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Germany visa for citizens of the Gambia
Entry requirement
Citizens of the Gambia need a visa for Germany, obtained before travel.
- Where to apply
- 1 mission
- Visa guide
- Germany visa guide
Checked 31 October 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at banjul.diplo.de
Which Germany visa?
Schengen visa (type C) for tourism
Key facts
- Maximum stay
- Up to 90 days in any 180-day period
- Fee
- €90
- Processing time
- Usually 15 days after the mission receives the file, up to 45 days in individual cases; any waiting time for an appointment comes on top.
Germany’s tourist visa costs €90 at the standard rate published by its authorities; the official site for it is videx.diplo.de. Processing time, as Germany states it: Usually 15 days after the mission receives the file, up to 45 days in individual cases; any waiting time for an appointment comes on top. Longest stay on the tourist visa: Up to 90 days in any 180-day period.
German missions in the Gambia
Germany has 1 mission in the Gambia, with its embassy in Serrekunda.
German citizens travelling to the Gambia
GermanyGambia Visa-free, 90 days Gambia visa for citizens of Germany
Travel advice for Germany
- US State Department Level 2: Exercise increased caution
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) No advice against travel
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
Before travelling from the Gambia to Germany, it helps to know the official travel advice: the US State Department rates Germany at Level 2, exercise increased caution (updated 12 May 2025) and the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to Germany (updated 11 August 2026). Each ministry writes for its own citizens.
Good to know
How long citizens of the Gambia can stay in Germany
How long citizens of the Gambia may stay in Germany is set by the visa issued, and the visa type must match the purpose of the trip.
How citizens of the Gambia apply
In the Gambia, applications go to the German embassy in Serrekunda, or to a visa centre acting for Germany; fees, documents and processing times are published by Germany.
Germany and the Schengen area
A Schengen visa issued by Germany lets citizens of the Gambia travel in all Schengen states; apply to Germany when it is the main destination of the trip.
Germany’s neighbours for citizens of the Gambia
Switzerland, Poland, the Netherlands, Denmark, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Luxembourg, France and Austria require citizens of the Gambia to obtain a visa in advance.
German citizens travelling to the Gambia
German citizens can visit the Gambia without a visa for up to 90 days.
Frequently asked questions
Do citizens of the Gambia need a visa for Germany?
Citizens of the Gambia need a visa for Germany, obtained before travel.
Where is the German embassy in the Gambia?
The German embassy in the Gambia is in Serrekunda.
How much does the Germany tourist visa cost?
Germany’s official sources give a standard fee of €90 for the tourist visa. Processing time: Usually 15 days after the mission receives the file, up to 45 days in individual cases; any waiting time for an appointment comes on top.
Do German citizens need a visa for the Gambia?
German citizens can visit the Gambia without a visa for up to 90 days.
Can citizens of the Gambia enter Germany visa-free?
No; citizens of the Gambia need a visa for Germany obtained in advance.
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.