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Poland to The Gambia visa requirements

No visa needed. Polish ordinary passport holders can enter The Gambia visa-free for tourism for up to 90 days, as EU/Schengen citizens are on The Gambia's visa-exemption list. Poland is an EU and Schengen member state, and The Gambia's official visa policy exempts "Schengen/European Union citizens" (explicitly confirmed in the Gambia High Commission's February 2026 new visa policy document) from needing a visa. Polish ordinary passport holders may enter visa-free for short tourist or business stays of up to 90 days. No advance visa, eVisa, or visa-on-arrival is required for a short visit. Travelers do still need a valid passport (commonly 6 months validity recommended), evidence of onward/return travel and sufficient funds, and must enter through a recognised port of entry. A Securiport airport security fee of D1,000 (about USD 20) is collected on both arrival and departure. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required only if arriving from or transiting (more than 12 hours) a country with risk of yellow fever transmission; direct arrivals from Poland are not generally subject to this, but proof is often requested at the border, so carrying the certificate is advisable. This verdict reflects The Gambia's current policy as of 2026-05-30 and is verified against official Gambian immigration sources.
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 (no visa required)
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days
per entry
Entries
Multiple entries permitted during the visa-free period
from issue date
Visa fee
No visa fee. Securiport airport security fee D1,000 (~USD 20) on arrival and on departure
consular fee only
Processing time
None - entry stamp issued at the border
standard track
Validity
Passport valid for the duration of stay; 6 months validity recommended
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm your eligibility
As a Polish (EU/Schengen) ordinary passport holder, you qualify for visa-free entry to The Gambia for stays up to 90 days. No visa application is needed before travel.
· EU/Schengen exemption· Up to 90 days
/02
Check passport validity
Ensure your passport is valid for your entire stay. Six months validity beyond your departure date is the safe, widely-recommended standard. Have at least one blank page for the entry stamp.
· 6 months recommended· 1 blank page
/03
Prepare supporting documents
Carry proof of onward or return travel, confirmation of accommodation, and evidence of sufficient funds (visible means of sustenance). These may be checked on arrival.
· Return ticket· Proof of funds
/04
Arrange yellow fever proof if applicable
A yellow fever certificate is required only if you arrive from or have transited more than 12 hours through a yellow-fever risk country. Direct travel from Poland is exempt, but carry the certificate to avoid issues.
· Conditional· Carry certificate
/05
Arrive at a recognised port of entry
Enter through Banjul International Airport or another gazetted port of entry. You will be profiled and biometrically enrolled (fingerprint, iris, passport data page) and receive an entry stamp.
· Banjul Airport· Biometric enrolment
/06
Pay the Securiport fee
Pay the D1,000 (~USD 20) airport security fee on arrival, and again on departure. It is payable in cash (USD or dalasi). Children under 2 are exempt.
· D1,000 / USD 20· Cash only
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

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Deadline reminderAdd a date before export
RecommendedValid Polish passport (6 months validity recommended, 1 blank page)
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredReturn or onward travel ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RequiredProof of sufficient funds for your stay
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
required
RecommendedConfirmed accommodation details
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RequiredCash for Securiport fee (D1,000 / USD 20 each way)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
ConditionalYellow fever vaccination certificate (if arriving from/transiting a risk country)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
conditional
RequiredCompleted disembarkation card (provided on arrival)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedTravel and medical insurance
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RequiredEntry through a recognised port of entry
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
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.
Official sourcesGambia High Commission - New Visa Policy / Entry Requirements (Feb 2026, official PDF)Gambia Immigration Department - Visa (official)Government of The Gambia - Immigration and Visas (official)
Application link included: Gambia High Commission - New Visa Policy / Entry Requirements (Feb 2026, official PDF)
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Tourist visa fee0No visa required for Polish/EU passport holders
Securiport security fee (arrival)D1,000 (~USD 20)Paid in cash on arrival; under-2s and diplomats exempt
Securiport security fee (departure)D1,000 (~USD 20)Paid in cash on departure; under-2s and diplomats exempt
Total estimate0 — ~USD 40 (D2,000 round-trip Securiport fee)incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa-free entry at the border
Immediate (on arrival)
No application or processing. An immigration officer stamps your passport after biometric enrolment at the port of entry.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
EU/Schengen visa exemption
The Gambia's official visa policy exempts Schengen/European Union citizens, and Poland is an EU and Schengen member, so no visa is required.
High
/02
Short tourist stay within 90 days
Visa-free entry covers holiday and business visits not exceeding 90 days, which fits a standard tourist trip.
High
/03
Entry via a recognised port of entry
The exemption applies when entering through a gazetted port such as Banjul International Airport.
Medium
/04
Valid travel document and means of sustenance
Visa-free entry is conditional on holding a valid passport and showing visible means of support and onward travel.
Medium
/05
Yellow fever transit exposure
Travelers routing through a yellow-fever risk country may be required to show a vaccination certificate.
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
Poland to Gambia route verified
Confirmed visa-free entry for Polish (EU/Schengen) ordinary passport holders for stays up to 90 days, verified against the Gambia High Commission's February 2026 new visa policy document and the Gambia Immigration Department. Securiport airport fee of D1,000 (~USD 20) each way noted.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Polish citizens need a visa for The Gambia?—
No. Polish ordinary passport holders are EU/Schengen citizens, who are on The Gambia's visa-exemption list and can enter visa-free for up to 90 days for tourism or business.
How long can I stay in The Gambia without a visa?+
Is there any airport fee?+
Do I need a yellow fever certificate?+
How long must my passport be valid?+
Do I need a return ticket or proof of funds?+
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