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Türkiye to The Gambia visa requirements

Turkish ordinary passport holders do NOT need a visa for short tourist visits to The Gambia. You receive a free entry stamp on arrival (typically 28 days, extendable in-country), but you must pay a mandatory USD 20 Airport Security Fee on both arrival and departure. The Gambia grants visa-free entry to holders of Turkish ordinary passports under a reciprocal visa-waiver/exemption arrangement, so no visa, eVisa, or visa-on-arrival is required for tourism. Travelers arriving by air receive a free entry stamp at passport control. The official UK government and Gambia Immigration guidance indicate the standard tourist stamp is 28 days, which can be extended twice (28 days each, up to 84 days total) at the Immigration Office in Banjul or tourist police stations; some references cite up to 90 days for exempt nationals. Stays beyond ~84 days require a residence permit. Two practical, non-visa costs apply to everyone: a mandatory Airport Security Fee of USD 20 charged at both arrival and departure (USD 40 round trip), payable in cash (USD, EUR, GBP or dalasi), and a yellow fever vaccination certificate if arriving from or transiting (over 12 hours) a country with yellow fever transmission risk. Passport must be valid for the duration of stay. The Gambia is in West Africa and is not part of the Schengen area, so Schengen/ETIAS rules do not apply. Verdict: visa-free for short tourist stays.
VISA-FREETOURISMSINGLE 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
28 days (extendable to 84 days in-country)
per entry
Entries
Single entry per stamp
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 - stamped at the border on arrival
standard track
Validity
Passport must be valid for the duration of stay
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm your passport is valid
Ensure your Turkish ordinary passport is valid for the entire duration of your intended stay in The Gambia. Carry a passport with at least one blank page for the entry stamp.
· Before travel· Passport validity
/02
Get a yellow fever certificate if applicable
If you are arriving from or have transited (more than 12 hours) through a country with yellow fever transmission risk, obtain a yellow fever vaccination certificate. It may be checked at a health desk before passport control.
· Health· Conditional
/03
Prepare proof of onward travel and accommodation
Have a return/onward ticket and details of your hotel or accommodation booking ready, as immigration officers may ask for them.
· Documents
/04
Carry cash for the Airport Security Fee
Bring USD 40 in cash (USD 20 arrival + USD 20 departure). It is payable in USD, EUR, GBP or Gambian dalasi; card machines are unreliable.
· Cash· USD 40 round trip
/05
Receive your free entry stamp on arrival
At Banjul International Airport (or a land border), present your passport. As a visa-exempt traveler you will be stamped in for 28 days at no charge.
· On arrival· 28-day stamp
/06
Extend your stay if needed
If you wish to stay longer, apply for an extension (28 days, up to two times) at the Immigration Office in Banjul or a tourist police station before your stamp expires. Beyond 84 days you need a residence permit.
· In-country· Optional
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

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Türkiye -> The Gambia · Visa-free entry (entry stamp on arrival)
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RequiredTurkish ordinary passport valid for the full duration of stay
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
RequiredUSD 40 cash for Airport Security Fee (arrival + departure)
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
RecommendedProof of accommodation (hotel booking)
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
recommended
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
RecommendedSufficient 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: Visa policy of The Gambia (Wikipedia)
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Tourist visa feeUSD 0No visa required for Turkish ordinary passport holders
Airport Security Fee (arrival)USD 20Mandatory; payable in cash (USD/EUR/GBP/dalasi)
Airport Security Fee (departure)USD 20Mandatory; children under 1 and transit passengers exempt
Stay extension (optional)Local fee at Immigration OfficePer 28-day extension, paid in-country if you stay longer
Total estimateUSD 40USD 40incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Reciprocal visa exemption
The Gambia and Turkey have a visa-waiver arrangement, so Turkish ordinary passport holders enter without a visa.
High
/02
Airport Security Fee surprises travelers
Many visitors are unaware of the mandatory USD 20 arrival and USD 20 departure fee and arrive without cash.
High
/03
Yellow fever certificate checks
Travelers arriving from or transiting yellow-fever risk countries can be denied entry without a valid certificate.
Medium
/04
Short initial stamp length
The on-arrival stamp is often only 28 days; longer trips require in-country extensions.
Medium
/05
Passport validity issues
A passport not valid for the full stay can cause boarding or entry problems.
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
Turkey to Gambia route verified
Confirmed visa-free entry for Turkish ordinary passport holders against Wikipedia visa policy, UK Government entry requirements, and Gambia Immigration Department. Documented 28-day on-arrival stamp (extendable to 84 days), USD 20 + USD 20 Airport Security Fee, and yellow fever conditions.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Turkish citizens need a visa for The Gambia?
No. Holders of Turkish ordinary passports can enter The Gambia visa-free for tourism and receive a free entry stamp on arrival.
How long can I stay without a visa?+
Is there any fee to enter The Gambia?+
Do I need a yellow fever vaccination?+
Is The Gambia part of the Schengen area?+
What documents should I carry on arrival?+
/11 — Passport tools

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