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Gambia Visa for Egypt Citizens 2026

Visa Free

Egyptian citizens can enter The Gambia visa-free for stays of up to 90 days, needing only a valid passport, return ticket, and proof of funds on arrival.

Guide last updated October 17, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your arrival date.
  • No visa or online form is required before travel.
  • Confirmed return or onward flight ticket.
  • Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or host address).
  • Evidence of sufficient funds for your stay, which may be checked by immigration officers on arrival.
  • No photo or biometrics required in advance; standard entry formalities (photo/fingerprint) may be taken at Banjul International Airport.
  • Travel health insurance is recommended; a yellow fever certificate is required if arriving from an endemic country.

Visa types

  • No visa category applies - Egyptian passport holders are admitted visa-free for tourism, business visits, and family visits.
  • Longer stays, study, or work require a separate residence or work permit application with Gambian immigration authorities after arrival, not a pre-travel visa.

Entry conditions

  • Egyptian citizens may stay in The Gambia for up to 90 days without a visa for tourism or business purposes.
  • Working or taking up paid employment is not permitted under the visa-free entry; a separate work permit is required for that.
  • On arrival, immigration officers will stamp your passport and may ask to see your return ticket, accommodation details, and proof of funds.
  • If you need to stay beyond 90 days, you must apply for an extension at the Gambia Immigration Department in Banjul before your permitted stay expires.

Fees & processing time

  • No visa fee applies since entry is visa-free for up to 90 days.
  • No processing time is needed before travel - entry is granted on arrival after standard immigration checks.
  • If an extension is sought locally, the Gambia Immigration Department charges a separate extension fee, payable in Gambian dalasi, typically processed within a few working days.

Tips for Egypt travelers

  • Since no visa is needed, focus preparation on having your return ticket, hotel booking, and sufficient visible funds ready to show at the airport.
  • Carry printed proof of accommodation and your onward ticket, as these are the main documents immigration officers check for visa-free entrants.
  • Make sure your passport has at least 6 months validity and blank pages, as this is still checked despite the visa-free status.
  • If you plan to work or study, start the relevant permit application with Gambian authorities well before travel - visa-free entry does not cover these purposes.
  • Keep a copy of your yellow fever certificate if you are arriving from or transited through an at-risk country, as it can still be requested at the border.

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

This guide is for information only. Visa policies change without notice. Travel Visa Stack is not an immigration authority. Always verify with official government or embassy sources before making travel plans.