France
Senegal
Senegal visa for French citizens
Entry requirement
No visa is needed by French citizens for Senegal, for stays of up to 90 days.
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 31 October 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at ambasenparis.gouv.sn
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Senegalese citizens travelling to France
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Travel advice for Senegal
- US State Department Level 1: Exercise normal precautions
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) No advice against travel
- German Foreign Office No travel warning
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
Before travelling from France to Senegal, it helps to know the official travel advice: the US State Department rates Senegal at Level 1, exercise normal precautions (updated 30 November 2025), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to Senegal (updated 15 October 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for Senegal (updated 13 October 2026). The advice is aimed at each government’s own nationals.
Good to know
How long French citizens can stay in Senegal
French citizens may stay in Senegal for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Senegal.
Senegal’s neighbours for French citizens
The Gambia admits French citizens visa-free. Mali requires French citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
Senegalese citizens travelling to France
Senegalese citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to France.
Frequently asked questions
Do French citizens need a visa for Senegal?
No visa is needed by French citizens for Senegal, for stays of up to 90 days.
How long can French citizens stay in Senegal?
French citizens can stay in Senegal for up to 90 days.
Do Senegalese citizens need a visa for France?
Senegalese citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to France.
Can French citizens enter Senegal visa-free?
Yes, French citizens can enter Senegal without a visa and stay for up to 90 days.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 31 October 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.