Basic Travel Requirements for Egyptians visiting
Gambia
Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to
apply for a Gambian Visa.
- Passport with a validity of more than 6 months from the intended period of exiting the country. The passport should have at least two blank pages for the necessary stamp.
- Correctly filled visa application form duly signed by the applicant.
- Two recent passport-sized photographs with a white background. The photo should follow the specification for a visa application.
- Original copy of bank statement from the past three months prior to the period of visa application. This is proof of a steady and continuous flow of funds.
- Travel insurance which has sufficient medical coverage. The insurance should be valid for the duration of your stay in the country.
- Proof of accommodation for the period you will be staying in the country.
- Copy of return flight ticket.
- Travel itinerary.
- The Gambia does not currently have an embassy, but travellers can apply for a visa in neighbouring Senegal.
Gambia Visa for Egyptians
Facts about Gambia
Illegal drug-related crimes attract fines of £200,000 or 15 years in prison. Crimes including arson, murder, and treason are punishable by death.
Types of Gambia Visa
| Types of Visa | Processing Time | Duration of Stay |
|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | 7 working days | 90 days |
| Business visa | 7 working days | 90 days |
General Requirements for Gambia Visa
- Passport with a validity of more than 6 months from the intended period of exiting the country. The passport should have at least two blank pages for the necessary stamp.
- Correctly filled visa application form duly signed by the applicant.
- Two recent passport-sized photographs with a white background. The photo should follow the specification for a visa application.
- Original copy of bank statement from the past three months prior to the period of visa application. This is proof of a steady and continuous flow of funds.
- Travel insurance which has sufficient medical coverage. The insurance should be valid for the duration of your stay in the country.
- Proof of accommodation for the period you will be staying in the country.
- Copy of return flight ticket.
- Travel itinerary.
- The Gambia does not currently have an embassy, but travellers can apply for a visa in neighbouring Senegal.
Gambia Tourist Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- This visa is issued to foreigners who have the intention of traveling to Gambia for the purpose of sightseeing, recreation, and relaxation.
- Foreign nationals visiting their friends and relatives living in the country are eligible to apply for this visa.
- Applicant’s of this visa are required to present a letter of invitation from their host. The letter should contain the contact information of the company and must be accompanied by the valid means of identification of the host.
- Holders of this visa can attend festivals and events taking place in the country.
- A letter from the applicant’s employer printed on the company’s letterhead is required. The letter must state the job position, salary level, and duration of the visit.
- Foreigners are not allowed to receive payment for the services they render during their time in Gambia.
- International Certificate of Vaccination against yellow fever is required.
- Minors applying for this visa are expected to be in possession of the original copy of their birth certificate.
- Proof of payment of visa application fees should be provided.
Gambia Business Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- Businessmen and businesswomen who have the intention of engaging in business activities while they are in Gambia are the eligible candidates of this visa type.
- During business meetings with your partners, you can negotiate and sign business contracts with your partners.
- Holders of this visa can attend trade fairs, conferences, and business seminars relating to their profession.
- An official invitation from the inviting company in Gambia is required. The letter must be printed on the company’s letterhead and must state the duration and purpose of the visit.
- The letter must state who will bear the responsibility of the applicant’s finances while in the country.
- A letter from the applicant’s employer in Egypt confirming the applicant’s leave is required. The letter must state the job position, salary level, and the duration of the business trip.
- Foreigners are advised to be vaccinated against yellow fever before traveling to Gambia.
- You are not permitted to be gainfully employed on this visa.
- Foreign nationals are expected to leave the country at the expiry of this visa.
Gambia Visa Fees
Tourist visa
100.00 (USD)
Business visa
100.00 (USD)