Suriname passport → Senegal

Senegal visa for citizens of Suriname

Visa on arrivalVisa on Arrival · Tourist

Citizens of Suriname can get a visa on arrival in Senegal.

Verified · Last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.

Key facts

Entry route	Visa on Arrival · Tourist
How to apply	Get your visa at the border
Maximum stay	Up to 30 days
Entries	Single entry
Processing time	On arrival
Passport validity	At least 6 months
Biometrics	Not required
Appointment	Not required
Interview	Not required
Onward or return ticket	Required
Proof of funds	Sufficient funds for stay

How to apply

1
Prepare required documents
Ensure passport valid for 6+ months, photos, onward ticket, and yellow fever certificate if needed.
2
Complete arrival card on plane or at airport
Fill out the immigration form provided during flight or upon arrival.
3
Proceed to visa on arrival counter
Upon landing, go to the designated visa on arrival desk at the airport.
4
Submit documents and pay fee
Present passport, photos, arrival card, and pay the visa fee in cash (local currency or USD).
5
Receive visa and enter Senegal
Visa is stamped in passport; proceed through immigration.

Documents checklist

Identity

Valid passport
Must be valid for at least 6 months from arrival.
Passport-size photographs
Two recent passport-sized photos.

Travel

Completed arrival card
Fill out the immigration form on arrival.
Return or onward ticket
Proof of onward or return travel.
Proof of accommodation
Optional
Hotel booking or invitation letter.

Financial

Proof of sufficient funds
Optional
Bank statement or cash sufficient for stay.

Supporting

Yellow fever vaccination certificate
Required if traveling from an endemic area.

Proof of funds

Minimum balance: Not specified

bank statement
cash on person

Immigration may ask for proof of sufficient funds.

Good to know

Visa on arrival is available only at certain entry points (Dakar Blaise Diagne Airport).
Ensure passport has at least two blank pages.
Tourist visa on arrival is typically valid for up to 30 days.

Common refusal reasons

Insufficient passport validity (less than 6 months)

Renew passport before travel.

Missing yellow fever vaccination certificate

Get vaccinated and carry the certificate if arriving from an endemic country.

Inadequate proof of onward travel

Book a return or onward ticket before arrival.

FAQ

Do citizens of Suriname need a visa for Senegal?

Citizens of Suriname can get a visa on arrival in Senegal. Visa type: Visa on Arrival · Tourist.

How long can citizens of Suriname stay in Senegal?

Up to 30 days.

What documents do citizens of Suriname need for Senegal?

Valid passport; Passport-size photographs; Completed arrival card; Return or onward ticket; Yellow fever vaccination certificate; Proof of accommodation; and 1 more depending on your situation.

How long must my passport be valid for Senegal?

At least 6 months.

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