Mali
Senegal
Senegal visa for Malian citizens
Entry requirement
Malian citizens do not need a visa for Senegal: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.
- 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
Senegalese citizens travelling to Mali
SenegalMali Visa-free Mali visa for citizens of Senegal
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 Mali 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). Each ministry writes for its own citizens.
Good to know
How long Malian citizens can stay in Senegal
Malian citizens may stay in Senegal for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Senegal.
Senegal’s neighbours for Malian citizens
Guinea, Mauritania, Guinea-Bissau and the Gambia admit Malian citizens visa-free.
Senegalese citizens travelling to Mali
Mali admits Senegalese citizens without a visa. The rule is the same in both directions between Mali and Senegal.
Frequently asked questions
Do Malian citizens need a visa for Senegal?
Malian citizens do not need a visa for Senegal: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.
How long can Malian citizens stay in Senegal?
Malian citizens can stay in Senegal for up to 90 days.
Do Senegalese citizens need a visa for Mali?
Mali admits Senegalese citizens without a visa.
Can Malian citizens enter Senegal visa-free?
Yes, Malian 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.