Confirm which entry route applies
The U.S. Department of State says U.S. citizens need a visa and may apply before travel or on arrival. Gambia Immigration's current table lists the United States as visa-required, and the Gambian Embassy in Washington publishes a U.S. passport application route. Confirm whether your airline and Gambian authorities will accept visa on arrival or require advance issuance.
Confirm your entry requirements
The U.S. Department of State says U.S. citizens need a visa and may apply before travel or on arrival. Gambia Immigration's current table lists the United States as visa-required, and the Gambian Embassy in Washington publishes a U.S. passport application route. Confirm whether your airline and Gambian authorities will accept visa on arrival or require advance issuance.
Details that can change your plans
Confirm visa-on-arrival permission before departing
The Immigration Department says visas may be issued by officers at gazetted ports, but its published nationality table is inconsistent. Confirm your passport’s current arrival eligibility before booking.
Official guidanceConfirm the U.S. visa process before booking
The U.S. Department of State says U.S. citizens need a visa and may apply before travel or on arrival. Gambia Immigration's current table lists the United States as visa-required, and the Gambian Embassy in Washington publishes a U.S. passport application route. Confirm whether your airline and Gambian authorities will accept visa on arrival or require advance issuance.
Official guidanceGambia at a glance
- Capital
- Banjul
- Currency
- GMD
- Calling code
- +220
Questions for this route
Do travelers with an ordinary passport from the United States need a visa for Gambia?
Confirm the U.S. visa process before booking. The U.S. Department of State says U.S. citizens need a visa and may apply before travel or on arrival. Gambia Immigration's current table lists the United States as visa-required, and the Gambian Embassy in Washington publishes a U.S. passport application route. Confirm whether your airline and Gambian authorities will accept visa on arrival or require advance issuance.
Official websites
Use these government websites to confirm requirements and complete any application.
About this guide
This guide covers short tourist visits on an ordinary passport. Your nationality, residence, travel document and purpose can affect the entry conditions. Check the linked official guidance before travel; the border authority decides admission and your permitted stay.
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