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Vietnam to Senegal visa requirements

A Vietnam ordinary passport holder needs a visa for Senegal. The recommended channel is the Senegal eVisa, applied for online before travel; a biometric visa-on-arrival at Dakar airport exists only as a fallback for those unable to pre-enroll. Vietnam is not on Senegal's visa-exemption list, so Vietnamese citizens cannot enter visa-free for tourism. This is confirmed by both Wikipedia's Visa Policy of Senegal (updated 2026) and the official Dakar Airport entry-requirements page, which explicitly classify Vietnam as visa-required. Senegal operates an electronic visa system (senevisa.com / visasenegal.sn) under which visitors apply and pay online in advance, with biometric capture (fingerprints, photo) completed either at a Senegalese diplomatic mission or, as a fallback, at the airport on arrival. The standard fee is around EUR 50 for a short-stay tourist visa, with processing typically 3-5 business days. In July-August 2025 Senegal's government formally announced a mandatory, reciprocity-based eVisa as part of its National Economic and Social Recovery Plan, targeting precisely those nationalities (like Vietnam) whose countries require visas of Senegalese citizens, so a no-visa channel for Vietnam is not available. Senegal is in West Africa and is NOT part of the Schengen area, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply. Travelers should also carry proof of yellow fever vaccination. Given the conflicting partial information online, the conservative and accurate position is that a visa is required, obtained via the eVisa before departure.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMFLEXIBLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30
Visa type
eVisa (short-stay tourist) with biometric capture; visa-on-arrival available only as a fallback at Dakar airport
Maximum stay
Up to 30 days (short-stay tourist), extendable in-country
per entry
Entries
Single entry (multiple-entry options available)
from issue date
Visa fee
Approximately EUR 50 (about 33,000 XOF) for a short-stay tourist visa
consular fee only
Processing time
Typically 3-5 business days
standard track
Validity
Generally valid up to 3 months from issue for entry
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm you need a visa
As a Vietnamese ordinary passport holder you are not visa-exempt for Senegal. Plan to obtain the eVisa before you travel rather than relying on arrival processing.
· Vietnam passport· Tourism
/02
Prepare your documents
Gather a passport valid at least 6 months with 2 blank pages, a recent passport photo, a confirmed round-trip ticket, and proof of accommodation or a host invitation.
· Passport 6 months· Photo· Itinerary
/03
Apply on the official eVisa portal
Submit your application via Senegal's official portal (senevisa.com / visasenegal.sn). Complete the form, upload documents, and pay the fee online by card.
· Online· Card payment
/04
Complete biometric enrollment
Senegal's visa requires biometrics (fingerprints and digital photo). Provide these at a Senegalese embassy/consulate, or at the Dakar airport biometric station if no mission is accessible.
· Fingerprints· Biometric
/05
Receive approval and travel
Wait for the eVisa approval (usually 3-5 business days), print the confirmation, and carry it with your passport when boarding.
· Print confirmation
/06
Carry health and entry proof
Bring proof of yellow fever vaccination and your return ticket/accommodation evidence to present to immigration on arrival.
· Yellow fever· Return ticket
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items
Personalized checklist
Vietnam -> Senegal · eVisa (short-stay tourist) with biometric capture; visa-on-arrival available only as a fallback at Dakar airport
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RequiredPassport valid 6+ months beyond arrival with at least 2 blank pages
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredCompleted Senegal eVisa application on the official portal
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredRecent passport-style photograph (digital and/or printed)
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
required
RequiredVisa fee paid online (approximately EUR 50 / ~33,000 XOF)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredConfirmed round-trip / onward air ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RequiredProof of accommodation (hotel booking) or host invitation letter
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RecommendedYellow fever vaccination certificate
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RequiredBiometric enrollment completed (at mission or Dakar airport)
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
RequiredPrinted eVisa approval to show at boarding and immigration
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredOfficial application form or online application
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
Use the current form from the official or designated application channel.
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 sourcesVisa policy of Senegal - WikipediaVisas and entry conditions in Senegal - Dakar Airport (official)Senegal: electronic visa soon to be mandatory (reciprocity) - VisasNews
Application link included: Visa policy of Senegal - Wikipedia
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Short-stay tourist eVisa fee~EUR 50 (~33,000 XOF)Paid online during application via the official portal
Biometric / stamping fee (if applicable)Included or minor surchargeFor biometric capture at a mission or Dakar airport
Multiple-entry upgrade (optional)Higher tier feeOnly if you need multiple entries
Total estimateEUR 50 — EUR 70incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard eVisa processing
3-5 business days
Apply online in advance through the official portal; recommended for all travelers.
Visa on arrival (fallback)
At the airport (queue dependent)
Biometric visa granted at Dakar airport only if you could not pre-enroll or reach an embassy; not guaranteed and riskier.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Vietnam is not on Senegal's visa-exemption list
Both Wikipedia's Visa Policy of Senegal and the official Dakar Airport entry page explicitly classify Vietnam as visa-required, unlike exempt nationalities such as the EU, US, Japan and Brazil.
High
/02
Reciprocity-based eVisa policy
In 2025 Senegal announced a mandatory eVisa targeting nationals of countries that require visas of Senegalese citizens, which includes Vietnam.
High
/03
No Schengen / ETIAS pathway
Senegal is in West Africa and not part of the Schengen area, so no visa-free EU-style entry applies.
Medium
/04
Limited Senegalese consular presence near Vietnam
Applying online via the eVisa portal avoids the difficulty of reaching a physical Senegalese mission.
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
Vietnam to Senegal route verified
Confirmed via Wikipedia Visa Policy of Senegal and the official Dakar Airport entry page that Vietnam ordinary passport holders are visa-required; eVisa is the recommended channel, with biometric visa-on-arrival as a fallback. Senegal is not in Schengen.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can a Vietnamese citizen visit Senegal without a visa?—
No. Vietnam is not on Senegal's visa-exemption list, so a visa is required for tourism. The recommended option is the Senegal eVisa applied for online before travel.
Is Senegal in the Schengen area?+
How much does the Senegal visa cost for a Vietnamese traveler?+
Can I just get a visa on arrival at Dakar airport?+
How long can I stay in Senegal on a tourist visa?+
Do I need a yellow fever vaccination?+
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