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Israel to Senegal visa requirements

Yes — Israeli ordinary passport holders need a visa to enter Senegal. Israel is not on Senegal's visa-exempt list, so you must obtain a tourist visa in advance from a Senegalese diplomatic mission (the Consulate of Senegal in Tel Aviv) before travelling. An Israeli ordinary passport holder traveling to Senegal for tourism requires a visa obtained in advance. Senegal grants 90-day visa-free entry only to ECOWAS members, EU states, and a defined list of partner countries (including Brazil, Canada, India, Japan, Malaysia, Mauritius, Morocco, Singapore, South Korea, Switzerland, Tunisia, UAE, UK and USA). Israel is not on this list and is classified as visa-required in advance, so Israelis cannot use visa-free entry and are not eligible for visa-on-arrival. Senegal is in West Africa and is NOT part of the Schengen area, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply. In 2025 Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko announced a future mandatory electronic visa applied on a reciprocity basis (mainly targeting non-African nations whose citizens need a visa for Senegal), but as of mid-2026 no fully operational government eVisa portal covers this route, and the standard channel for Israelis remains an in-person/consular tourist visa application at the Senegalese Consulate in Tel Aviv. The conservative, verified verdict is visa-required. Travelers should also note Senegal's yellow fever vaccination requirement and the 6-month passport validity rule.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMFLEXIBLE 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
Tourist (short-stay) visa, obtained in advance at a Senegalese diplomatic mission
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days
per entry
Entries
Single or multiple entry (depending on visa issued)
from issue date
Visa fee
Approximately USD 50–100 (consular fee; varies by mission and entry type)
consular fee only
Processing time
Approximately 3–10 business days
standard track
Validity
Typically up to 90 days from issue for a short-stay tourist visa
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm you need a visa
Israel is not on Senegal's visa-exempt list, so an ordinary Israeli passport holder must obtain a tourist visa before departure. Visa-on-arrival and visa-free entry are not available to Israelis.
· Visa required in advance
/02
Contact the Senegalese Consulate in Tel Aviv
The Consulate of Senegal in Tel Aviv is the nearest Senegalese mission for Israeli applicants. Contact it to confirm current requirements, fees, and whether an appointment is needed.
· Tel Aviv
/03
Gather required documents
Prepare a passport valid at least 6 months with blank pages, passport photos, a completed application form, round-trip flight reservation, proof of accommodation, and a yellow fever vaccination certificate.
· 6-month validity
/04
Submit the application and pay the fee
Lodge your application in person or as instructed by the consulate, and pay the consular visa fee. Keep the payment receipt.
· Consular fee
/05
Wait for processing
Allow several business days (about 3–10) for the visa to be processed. Apply well ahead of your travel date.
· Apply early
/06
Collect your visa and travel
Retrieve your passport with the visa, verify all details are correct, and carry supporting documents (yellow fever card, return ticket, accommodation proof) for entry at Dakar.
· Check details
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

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RequiredPassport valid at least 6 months beyond entry date
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredAt least two blank passport pages
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredCompleted Senegal visa application form
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
required
RequiredRecent passport-size photographs
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
required
RequiredYellow fever vaccination certificate
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredRound-trip / onward flight reservation
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredProof of accommodation in Senegal
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredConsular visa fee payment receipt
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedProof of sufficient funds for the stay
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
recommended
RecommendedTravel medical insurance
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary
Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it
Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.
Official sourcesVisa policy of Senegal — WikipediaSenegal: electronic visa soon to be mandatory — VisasNewsConsulate of Senegal in Tel Aviv, Israel — EmbassyPages
Application link included: Visa policy of Senegal — Wikipedia
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Tourist visa consular feeUSD 50–100Varies by mission and single vs multiple entry
Service / handling chargeUSD 0–30If applying via an agency or courier mission
Yellow fever vaccinationUSD 20–60If not already vaccinated; cost depends on clinic
Total estimateUSD 50 — USD 130incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard consular processing
3–10 business days
Apply in advance at the Senegalese Consulate in Tel Aviv; recommended channel for Israeli passport holders.
Apply via travel agency / visa service
5–14 business days
A third-party service handles submission; adds a service fee and may take longer.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Israel not on visa-exempt list
Senegal grants 90-day visa-free entry only to ECOWAS, EU and a fixed list of partner countries; Israel is classified as visa-required in advance.
High
/02
No visa-on-arrival for Israelis
Visa-on-arrival is limited to specific eligible nationalities; Israeli ordinary passport holders are not covered and must apply beforehand.
High
/03
eVisa not yet operational for this route
Senegal announced a reciprocity-based electronic visa in 2025, but no fully operational government eVisa covers Israeli applicants as of mid-2026.
Medium
/04
Yellow fever entry requirement
Senegal requires a yellow fever vaccination certificate, which must be arranged before applying and traveling.
Medium
/05
Passport validity / blank pages
Applications are refused if the passport lacks 6 months validity or sufficient blank pages.
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 · major
Israel to Senegal route verified
Confirmed via Senegal visa policy sources that Israeli ordinary passport holders are visa-required (not visa-exempt, not eligible for visa-on-arrival). Senegal's announced reciprocity eVisa is not yet operational for this route; standard channel is the Senegalese Consulate in Tel Aviv.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Israeli citizens need a visa for Senegal?—
Yes. Israel is not on Senegal's visa-exempt list, so ordinary Israeli passport holders must obtain a tourist visa in advance before traveling.
Can Israelis get a visa on arrival in Senegal?+
Is there a Senegal eVisa for Israelis?+
Where do Israelis apply for a Senegal visa?+
Is a yellow fever vaccination required for Senegal?+
Is Senegal part of the Schengen area?+
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