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Singapore to The Gambia visa requirements

No visa needed. Singapore is a Commonwealth member, so Singaporean ordinary passport holders enter The Gambia visa-free for up to 90 days for tourism. You only pay a USD 20 airport security fee on arrival and another on departure. Singapore ordinary passport holders do not need a visa to visit The Gambia for tourism or short stays. The Gambia grants visa-free entry of up to 90 days to citizens of all Commonwealth of Nations member states, and Singapore is a Commonwealth member. This is confirmed by the Singapore Ministry of Foreign Affairs, which states "Singaporeans may stay up to 90 days in Gambia without a visa," and by The Gambia's official government immigration guidance, which lists Commonwealth citizens as visa-exempt for stays not exceeding 90 days. While no visa fee applies, all arriving and departing travelers must pay a security fee of USD 20 (approximately GMD 1,000) at Banjul International Airport on both entry and exit. Your passport should be valid for at least six months beyond your intended departure date. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required if you are arriving from or have transited through a country with risk of yellow fever transmission; note that The Gambia itself is a yellow fever risk area, so Singapore immigration will require a valid yellow fever certificate from you on your return. There is no eVisa, ETA, or pre-arrival registration requirement for this route as of 2026-06-01. The Gambia is in West Africa and is not part of the Schengen area, so Schengen 90/180 and ETIAS rules do not apply.
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 (Commonwealth exemption)
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days
per entry
Entries
Multiple within the permitted stay
from issue date
Visa fee
No visa fee; USD 20 airport security fee on arrival + USD 20 on departure
consular fee only
Processing time
None - entry granted at the border
standard track
Validity
Stay granted on entry; passport valid 6+ months beyond departure
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm your passport validity
Ensure your Singapore passport is valid for at least six months beyond your planned departure date from The Gambia and has at least one blank page for the entry stamp.
· 6 months validity· Ordinary passport
/02
Get a yellow fever vaccination
Receive the yellow fever vaccine at least 10 days before travel and carry the international vaccination certificate. The Gambia is a yellow fever risk country, and Singapore requires the certificate on your return.
· 10 days before travel· Certificate required on return
/03
Book onward/return travel and accommodation
Have proof of onward or return travel and confirmed accommodation, as immigration officers may ask for these at Banjul International Airport.
· Return ticket· Hotel booking
/04
Prepare cash for the security fee
Carry USD 40 (or local equivalent) in cash to cover the USD 20 security fee on arrival and USD 20 on departure, payable at the airport.
· USD cash· Arrival + departure
/05
Enter visa-free at the border
Present your passport at Banjul International Airport. As a Commonwealth citizen you are granted entry for up to 90 days without a visa; no application is needed.
· Up to 90 days· No visa application
/06
Observe the 90-day limit
Do not overstay the 90-day visa-free period. For longer stays, apply for an extension or appropriate visa through Gambia Immigration before your permitted stay expires.
· 90-day cap· Extend if needed
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

10 items
Personalized checklist
Singapore -> The Gambia · Visa-free entry (Commonwealth exemption)
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RequiredSingapore passport valid 6+ months beyond departure
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredAt least one blank passport page
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredYellow fever vaccination certificate
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredUSD 40 cash for arrival + departure security fees
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedReturn or onward flight ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
recommended
RecommendedConfirmed accommodation booking
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RecommendedProof of sufficient funds for your 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
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.
Application link included: Government of The Gambia - Immigration and Visas
Open link
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Tourist visa feeUSD 0No visa required for Commonwealth (Singapore) citizens for up to 90 days
Airport security fee (arrival)USD 20Payable in cash at Banjul Airport; approx GMD 1,000
Airport security fee (departure)USD 20Payable in cash on exit at Banjul Airport
Total estimateUSD 40USD 40incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Commonwealth membership exemption
The Gambia grants visa-free entry of up to 90 days to all Commonwealth of Nations citizens, and Singapore is a Commonwealth member.
High
/02
Confirmed by Singapore MFA
Singapore's Ministry of Foreign Affairs explicitly states Singaporeans may stay up to 90 days in Gambia without a visa.
High
/03
Yellow fever certificate requirement
The Gambia is a yellow fever risk area; a vaccination certificate is required for entry from risk countries and by Singapore on return.
Medium
/04
Mandatory airport security fees
All travelers pay a USD 20 security fee on both arrival and departure regardless of visa status.
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
SG to Gambia route verified
Confirmed visa-free entry up to 90 days for Singapore (Commonwealth) passport holders against Singapore MFA and Gambia government immigration guidance. Noted USD 20 arrival/departure security fees and yellow fever requirement.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Singapore citizens need a visa for The Gambia?
No. As Commonwealth citizens, Singapore ordinary passport holders enter visa-free for up to 90 days for tourism or business.
How long can I stay in The Gambia without a visa?+
Are there any fees even though it is visa-free?+
Do I need a yellow fever vaccination?+
How long must my passport be valid?+
Is there an eVisa or ETA for The Gambia?+
/11 — Passport tools

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