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Do United Kingdom passport holders need a visa to visit SN?

British passport holders do NOT need a visa for short tourist trips to Senegal. You can enter visa-free and stay for up to 90 days (3 months). As of 2026, holders of an ordinary United Kingdom passport can travel to Senegal for tourism without a visa for stays of up to 90 days (3 months). This is confirmed by GOV.UK foreign travel advice and the Embassy of Senegal in London, which classifies the UK as Category A (visa-exempt). No advance application, eVisa, or visa-on-arrival is required for British citizens. At the border you must show proof of onward or return travel and confirmed accommodation. Your passport should be valid for at least 6 months beyond your arrival date and have at least two blank pages. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required only if you arrive from, or have transited through, a country with yellow fever transmission risk. If you intend to stay longer than 3 months you must register with local authorities to obtain a Carte d'etranger residence card. There is no fee for visa-free tourist entry.
VISA-FREETOURISMMULTIPLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30
For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30
Visa type
Visa-free entry (no visa required)
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days (3 months)
per entry
Entries
Multiple entries permitted within stay limits
from issue date
Visa fee
Free (GBP 0)
consular fee only
Processing time
None - entry granted at the border
standard track
Validity
Passport valid at least 6 months beyond arrival date
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm your passport is eligible
Hold an ordinary British (UK) passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your planned arrival date, with at least two blank visa pages and no damage.
· Ordinary passport· 6 months validity
/02
Check yellow fever requirements
A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required only if arriving from or transiting through a country with yellow fever transmission risk. Get vaccinated at least 10 days before travel if applicable.
· Yellow fever· 10 days before travel
/03
Book onward/return travel and accommodation
Senegalese border officials require evidence of return or onward travel and proof of arranged accommodation. Keep printed and digital copies.
· Return ticket· Accommodation proof
/04
Prepare supporting documents
Carry proof of sufficient funds for your stay and travel insurance. No visa application or fee is needed for stays up to 90 days.
· Proof of funds· Travel insurance
/05
Arrive and clear immigration
Present your passport and supporting documents at Dakar Blaise Diagne International Airport (or land border). You will be granted visa-free entry for up to 90 days.
· Passport stamp· Up to 90 days
/06
Register if staying over 3 months
If you plan to remain longer than 3 months, register with local authorities to obtain a Carte d'etranger, which you must carry as identification.
· Carte d'etranger· Over 90 days only
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

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Personalized checklist
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Ordinary UK passport valid 6+ months beyond arrival
required
At least two blank passport pages
required
Confirmed return or onward travel ticket
required
Proof of arranged accommodation
required
Proof of sufficient funds for the stay
recommended
Yellow fever vaccination certificate (if arriving from/transiting a risk country)
conditional
Travel/medical insurance
recommended
Stay within the 90-day visa-free limit
required
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Tourist visa feeGBP 0No visa required for British citizens for stays up to 90 days
Visa-on-arrival feeGBP 0Not applicable - UK is visa-exempt (Category A)
Yellow fever vaccination (if required)approx. GBP 60-90Only if arriving from or transiting a yellow fever risk country; cost varies by UK clinic
Total estimate00incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Tourism and short visits
Holiday, sightseeing and leisure trips of up to 90 days require no visa.
High
/02
Business meetings and conferences
Short business visits within 90 days are generally covered by visa-free entry.
Medium
/03
Visiting friends and relatives
Family and social visits of up to 3 months need no visa.
Medium
/04
Transit and onward travel
Travelers passing through Dakar on connecting journeys benefit from visa-free entry.
Low
/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01
Immigration
Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.
/02
Customs
Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.
/03
Connectivity
Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.
/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024
2026-05-30
United Kingdom to Senegal route verified
Confirmed visa-free entry for UK ordinary passport holders (up to 90 days) against GOV.UK foreign travel advice and the Embassy of Senegal in London (Category A, visa-exempt).
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do British citizens need a visa to visit Senegal?
No. Holders of an ordinary UK passport can enter Senegal visa-free for tourism and short stays of up to 90 days (3 months).
How long can I stay in Senegal without a visa?+
Do I need a yellow fever certificate for Senegal?+
What documents do I need at the Senegalese border?+
How valid must my passport be to enter Senegal?+
Is there a fee to enter Senegal as a tourist?+
/11 — Passport tools

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