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Gambia visa for German citizens
Entry requirement
The Gambia admits German citizens without a visa 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
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Citizens of the Gambia travelling to Germany
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Travel advice for the Gambia
- US State Department Level 2: Exercise increased caution
- 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 Germany to the Gambia, it helps to know the official travel advice: the US State Department rates the Gambia at Level 2, exercise increased caution (updated 15 January 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to the Gambia (updated 7 July 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for the Gambia (updated 13 October 2026).
Good to know
How long German citizens can stay in the Gambia
German citizens may stay in the Gambia for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to the Gambia.
The Gambia’s neighbours for German citizens
Senegal admits German citizens visa-free.
Citizens of the Gambia travelling to Germany
Citizens of the Gambia must obtain a visa before travelling to Germany.
Frequently asked questions
Do German citizens need a visa for the Gambia?
The Gambia admits German citizens without a visa for stays of up to 90 days.
How long can German citizens stay in the Gambia?
German citizens can stay in the Gambia for up to 90 days.
Do citizens of the Gambia need a visa for Germany?
Citizens of the Gambia must obtain a visa before travelling to Germany.
Can German citizens enter the Gambia visa-free?
Yes, German citizens can enter the Gambia 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.