Senegal Passport Rules for UK Travellers
Quick answer: GOV.UK says your passport must have an expiry date at least 6 months after the date you arrive in Senegal. You can visit without a visa for up to 3 months, but must show onward travel and accommodation.
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Senegal travel requirements at a glance
6 months from arrival
Not needed for up to 3 months
Onward ticket and accommodation
Certificate if from a risk country
Official source: GOV.UK Senegal entry requirements.
Passport rules: quick summary
- Passport valid 6 months from arrival
- Visa-free for up to 3 months
- Show onward travel and accommodation
- Yellow fever rules include transit
Passport validity for Senegal
To enter Senegal, your passport must have an expiry date at least 6 months after the date you arrive.
Visas
You can visit Senegal without a visa for up to 3 months.
To stay longer than 3 months, you must register with local authorities after you arrive and get a Carte d'etranger.
Arriving and border checks
You need to show border officials evidence of return or onward travel and proof of accommodation. Without these you may be refused entry.
You need a yellow fever certificate if arriving from, or transiting through, a country listed as a transmission risk.
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need 6 months on my passport for Senegal?
Yes. GOV.UK says your passport must have an expiry date at least 6 months after the date you arrive.
Do I need a visa for Senegal?
No, not for visits of up to 3 months.
What do I need to show at the Senegal border?
You need evidence of return or onward travel and proof of your accommodation, or you may be refused entry.