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Do Indonesia passport holders need a visa to visit GM?

Indonesian ordinary passport holders can enter The Gambia visa-free for tourist stays of up to 90 days. No advance visa, eVisa, or visa-on-arrival is required. The only mandatory charge is the Banjul Airport security fee of about USD 20 on arrival and USD 20 on departure. As of mid-2026, holders of an Indonesian ordinary passport enjoy visa-free entry to The Gambia for short tourist visits. Under Gambia's visa policy, Indonesia is named among the countries whose nationals may enter and stay for up to 90 days without a visa, and Timatic (the database airlines use to clear passengers for boarding) confirms the visa-free status. Travelers simply need a passport valid for at least six months with blank pages, proof of onward/return travel, and sufficient funds. There is no eVisa or visa-on-arrival scheme that applies to Indonesians, because none is needed for a short stay. The one cost every air traveler must budget for is the Banjul International Airport security fee, currently around USD 20 (or EUR 20 / GMD 1,400) per direction, collected in cash at kiosks before immigration on both arrival and departure. Note that some secondary sources (including the older Wikipedia summary for Indonesian citizens and the Banjul Airport site) are inconsistent or outdated; the destination-side visa policy and Timatic are the controlling authorities and both confirm visa-free access. Stays beyond 90 days or for non-tourist purposes require a residence permit or appropriate visa from the Gambia Immigration Department.
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.
/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30
Visa type
Visa-free entry (no visa required for short tourist stays)
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days
per entry
Entries
Multiple entries permitted within stay limits
from issue date
Visa fee
No visa fee; airport security fee approx. USD 20 per direction (USD 40 round trip)
consular fee only
Processing time
None required (entry granted at the border)
standard track
Validity
Stay counted from date of entry; passport must be valid 6+ months
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm passport validity
Ensure your Indonesian ordinary passport is valid for at least six months beyond your planned entry date and has at least two blank pages for stamps.
· 6 months validity· 2 blank pages
/02
Book return or onward travel
Arrange and keep evidence of a confirmed return or onward ticket, as immigration officers may ask to see it on arrival.
· Return ticket· Proof of onward travel
/03
Prepare proof of funds and accommodation
Have hotel bookings or a host address and evidence of sufficient funds for your stay available in case immigration requests them.
· Hotel booking· Funds
/04
Carry cash for the airport security fee
Set aside cash to pay the Banjul Airport security fee of about USD 20 (or EUR 20 / GMD 1,400) on arrival and again on departure. It is collected at kiosks before immigration.
· USD 20 each way· Cash only
/05
Clear immigration on arrival
Present your passport at Banjul International Airport (or land/sea border). You will receive a visa-free entry stamp authorizing a stay of up to 90 days.
· No visa needed· 90-day stamp
/06
Respect the 90-day limit
Track your stay and exit before the 90-day permission expires, or apply to the Gambia Immigration Department for an extension or residence permit if needed.
· Max 90 days· Extend via GID
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

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Personalized checklist
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Indonesian ordinary passport valid 6+ months with 2 blank pages
required
Confirmed return or onward ticket
required
Cash for airport security fee (USD ~20 each way)
required
Proof of sufficient funds for the stay
recommended
Hotel reservation or host/accommodation address
recommended
Yellow fever vaccination certificate (if arriving from/transiting an endemic country)
conditional
Travel insurance covering medical care
recommended
Photocopies or digital copies of passport and tickets
recommended
Track your progress · save & email a copy
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Tourist visa feeUSD 0No visa required for Indonesian ordinary passport holders for stays up to 90 days
Airport security fee (arrival)USD 20Approx. EUR 20 / GMD 1,400; paid in cash at kiosk before immigration
Airport security fee (departure)USD 20Approx. EUR 20 / GMD 1,400; paid in cash at kiosk before departure
Total estimate0USD 40incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Reciprocal visa exemption
Indonesia is among the nationalities Gambia admits visa-free for up to 90 days under its visa policy.
High
/02
Confirmed in Timatic
The airline boarding database lists Indonesian passport holders as visa-free for The Gambia, so carriers will board them without a visa.
High
/03
Tourism-friendly policy
The Gambia keeps broad visa-free access to encourage tourism, its key economic sector.
Medium
/04
Commonwealth/AU-style grouping
Gambia extends the 90-day visa-free stay to a wide list of countries that includes Indonesia.
Medium
/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 · major
Indonesia to Gambia route verified
Verified that Indonesian ordinary passport holders enter The Gambia visa-free for up to 90 days against Gambia's visa policy and Timatic; confirmed the USD 20 per-direction Banjul Airport security fee remains in effect.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Indonesian citizens need a visa for The Gambia?
No. Holders of an Indonesian ordinary passport can enter visa-free for tourist stays of up to 90 days. No advance visa, eVisa, or visa-on-arrival is required.
How long can I stay in The Gambia without a visa?+
Is there any fee to enter The Gambia?+
What documents do I need at the border?+
Is there an eVisa or visa on arrival for Indonesians?+
Can I work or study in The Gambia on a visa-free entry?+
/11 — Passport tools

Tools for the Indonesia passport

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