Somalia
Gambia
Gambia visa for Somali citizens
Entry requirement
The Gambia admits Somali 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 7 November 2026 · Passport Index
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Citizens of the Gambia travelling to Somalia
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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 Somalia 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). Each ministry writes for its own citizens.
Good to know
How long Somali citizens can stay in the Gambia
Somali 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 Somali citizens
Senegal requires Somali citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
Citizens of the Gambia travelling to Somalia
Citizens of the Gambia need an e-Visa for Somalia, applied for online before travel.
Frequently asked questions
Do Somali citizens need a visa for the Gambia?
The Gambia admits Somali citizens without a visa for stays of up to 90 days.
How long can Somali citizens stay in the Gambia?
Somali citizens can stay in the Gambia for up to 90 days.
Do citizens of the Gambia need a visa for Somalia?
Citizens of the Gambia need an e-Visa for Somalia, applied for online before travel.
Can Somali citizens enter the Gambia visa-free?
Yes, Somali 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 7 November 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.