Gambia
Mali
Mali visa for citizens of the Gambia
Entry requirement
Mali admits citizens of the Gambia without a visa.
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Malian citizens travelling to the Gambia
MaliGambia Visa-free, 90 days Gambia visa for citizens of Mali
Travel advice for Mali
- US State Department Level 4: Do not travel
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) Advises against all travel to the whole country
- German Foreign Office Travel warning for the whole country (Reisewarnung)
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 Mali, it helps to know the official travel advice: the US State Department rates Mali at Level 4, do not travel (updated 7 June 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office advises against all travel to Mali (updated 10 July 2026) and the German Foreign Office has a travel warning (Reisewarnung) for Mali (updated 13 October 2026).
Good to know
How long citizens of the Gambia can stay in Mali
No maximum stay in Mali is given in the data for citizens of the Gambia; the border officer sets it on entry.
Mali’s neighbours for citizens of the Gambia
Senegal, Niger, Ivory Coast, Guinea, Mauritania and Burkina Faso admit citizens of the Gambia visa-free. Algeria requires citizens of the Gambia to obtain a visa in advance.
Malian citizens travelling to the Gambia
No visa is needed by Malian citizens for the Gambia, for stays of up to 90 days. The rule is the same in both directions between the Gambia and Mali.
Frequently asked questions
Do citizens of the Gambia need a visa for Mali?
Mali admits citizens of the Gambia without a visa.
Do Malian citizens need a visa for the Gambia?
No visa is needed by Malian citizens for the Gambia, for stays of up to 90 days.
Can citizens of the Gambia enter Mali visa-free?
Yes, citizens of the Gambia can enter Mali without a visa.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 7 November 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.