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South Korea to Senegal visa requirements

South Korean ordinary passport holders can currently visit Senegal visa-free for tourism for up to 90 days. No visa or eVisa is required before travel as of June 2026, though an eVisa rollout has been announced and may take effect. As of 1 June 2026, citizens of the Republic of Korea holding an ordinary passport do not need a visa to enter Senegal for tourism or short visits. Senegal grants visa-free entry of up to 90 days on arrival, with an entry stamp issued at the border (Dakar Blaise Diagne International Airport). This is confirmed by Senegal's published visa policy, the US Department of State entry-requirements page (which mirrors Senegal's policy: "No visa is required for 90 days or less"), and visa-information aggregators. Travelers must hold a passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of arrival with at least one blank page, and should carry proof of onward or return travel plus proof of accommodation/funds, which border officers may request. IMPORTANT FORWARD-LOOKING NOTE: Senegal's Council of Ministers adopted a reciprocity-based electronic visa (eVisa) measure on 30 July 2025, intended to require nationals of countries that impose visas on Senegalese citizens (which includes South Korea) to obtain a paid eVisa before travel. However, as of this verification the eVisa has NOT been launched: Senegal's official Ministry of Foreign Affairs portal still lists the eVisa as "coming soon," no official application platform, fee schedule, or effective date has been confirmed, and independent trackers warn that some third-party sites (e.g. senevisa.com) are not verified official channels. Until the eVisa is officially live, visa-free entry remains valid. Korean travelers should re-check official sources close to departure, because this could change at short notice. Yellow fever vaccination is recommended/required if arriving from a country with risk of transmission.
VISA-FREETOURISMFLEXIBLE 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 (entry stamp on arrival)
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days
per entry
Entries
Single visit per entry; multiple entries permitted within validity
from issue date
Visa fee
0 (no fee for visa-free entry)
consular fee only
Processing time
None — issued at the border on arrival
standard track
Validity
Stay of up to 90 days per entry; passport must be valid 6+ months beyond arrival
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm visa-free eligibility before booking
Verify that you hold a Republic of Korea ordinary passport and intend to stay 90 days or fewer for tourism. Korea is on Senegal's visa-exemption list, so no advance visa is needed at present.
· Ordinary passport· Tourism / short visit· Max 90 days
/02
Check passport validity and blank pages
Ensure your passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your arrival date and has at least one blank page for the entry stamp.
· 6 months validity· 1+ blank page
/03
Arrange yellow fever vaccination if applicable
Get a yellow fever vaccination and International Certificate of Vaccination if you are arriving from or transiting a country with risk of yellow fever transmission; carry the yellow card.
· Yellow fever certificate· Carry the card
/04
Prepare supporting documents
Carry proof of onward or return travel, proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation), and evidence of sufficient funds. Border officers may ask to see these.
· Return ticket· Accommodation proof· Funds
/05
Re-check official sources shortly before travel
Because Senegal adopted a reciprocity eVisa measure in July 2025 that is not yet live, confirm on Senegal's Ministry of Foreign Affairs site and your nearest Senegalese embassy that visa-free entry still applies on your travel date.
· eVisa pending· Verify within 2 weeks of travel
/06
Enter Senegal and receive your entry stamp
On arrival (typically Dakar Blaise Diagne International Airport), present your passport and documents to immigration; you will be admitted and stamped for up to 90 days.
· Stamp on arrival· Up to 90 days
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

12 items
Personalized checklist
South Korea -> Senegal · Visa-free entry (entry stamp on arrival)
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RequiredRepublic of Korea ordinary passport valid 6+ months beyond arrival
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredAt least one blank passport page for the entry stamp
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RecommendedReturn or onward travel ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
recommended
RecommendedProof of accommodation (hotel booking or host invitation)
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
recommended
RecommendedProof of sufficient funds for the stay
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
recommended
ConditionalYellow fever vaccination certificate (if arriving from a risk country)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
conditional
RecommendedTravel/health insurance covering Senegal
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RequiredRe-verify eVisa status on official MFA site before departure
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
OptionalContact details of nearest Senegalese embassy/consulate
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
optional
ConditionalOfficial application form or online application
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
Visa-free routes usually do not require a visa form; submit any arrival card or authorization if required.
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.
RecommendedTravel medical insurance
Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates
Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.
Application link included: Visa policy of Senegal — Wikipedia (updated May 2026)
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Visa fee (visa-free entry)0No visa is required for stays of up to 90 days; no fee charged at the border.
Yellow fever vaccination (if needed)Varies by clinicOnly if arriving from a yellow-fever risk country; cost depends on your provider in Korea.
Future eVisa fee (not yet in effect)To be announcedA reciprocity eVisa was adopted July 2025 but is not launched; fee and effective date not yet published.
Total estimate00incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Visa exemption agreement / policy
Senegal's visa policy grants visa-free entry of up to 90 days to nationals of more than 60 countries, including the Republic of Korea, for tourism and short visits.
High
/02
Strong Korean passport access
The South Korean passport is among the world's most powerful, with broad visa-free and visa-on-arrival access including Senegal.
High
/03
Pending reciprocity eVisa not yet implemented
Senegal announced a reciprocity-based eVisa in July 2025, but it has not launched, so visa-free entry currently still applies to Korean travelers.
Medium
/04
Border discretion
Even with visa-free status, immigration officers may request proof of onward travel, accommodation, and funds before admitting travelers.
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
South Korea to Senegal route verified
Confirmed visa-free entry up to 90 days for Korean ordinary passport holders via Senegal's visa policy and US State Department entry rules. Noted Senegal's July 2025 reciprocity eVisa measure remains unlaunched (official MFA portal lists eVisa as 'coming soon'); verdict kept visa-free pending official rollout.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do South Korean citizens need a visa to visit Senegal?
No. As of June 2026, Republic of Korea ordinary passport holders can enter Senegal visa-free for tourism and short visits of up to 90 days. An entry stamp is issued at the border.
How long can I stay in Senegal without a visa?+
Is there a Senegal eVisa for Korean travelers?+
What passport validity does Senegal require?+
Do I need a yellow fever vaccination for Senegal?+
What documents should I carry on arrival?+
/11 — Passport tools

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