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Do Finland passport holders need a visa to visit GM?

Finnish ordinary passport holders do NOT need a visa for The Gambia. As an EU/Schengen and Nordic state, Finland is on The Gambia's official visa-exemption list and can enter for tourism for up to 90 days with just a valid passport. A Finland ordinary passport holder can travel to The Gambia visa-free for short tourist stays. The Gambia Immigration Department's current visa policy explicitly exempts "Schengen/European Union citizens" and "Nordic States" from visa requirements, so Finns qualify on multiple grounds. No visa, eVisa or visa-on-arrival is required for a tourist visit. Travelers receive an entry stamp at Banjul International Airport; EU/Schengen nationals are generally admitted for up to 90 days (in practice an initial stamp is often issued and is extendable at the Immigration Department in Banjul for a small fee if you stay longer). Requirements at the border are a passport valid at least 6 months with 2 blank pages, onward/return ticket, and visible means of sustenance. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required only if arriving from or transiting a yellow-fever-endemic country. All arriving and departing passengers (except diplomats and children 2 and under) pay a Securiport security fee of USD 20 / D1,000, payable in cash on arrival and again on departure. Note: The Gambia is in West Africa and is NOT part of the Schengen Area, so the EU's Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply to this route. Sources confirm no visa change reducing this access through 2026.
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.
/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30
Visa type
Visa-free entry (no visa required)
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days (initial airport stamp often shorter, extendable in Banjul)
per entry
Entries
Single visit per stamp; re-entry on a fresh stamp
from issue date
Visa fee
No visa fee. Securiport security fee USD 20 / D1,000 on arrival and on departure
consular fee only
Processing time
None — entry stamp issued on arrival at Banjul
standard track
Validity
Passport valid 6+ months with 2 blank pages
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm your passport meets entry rules
Ensure your Finnish ordinary passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond entry and has at least 2 blank pages for stamps.
· Passport· 6 months validity
/02
Check yellow fever requirement
A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required only if you are arriving from or transiting a yellow-fever-risk country. Direct travel from Finland/Europe does not trigger it, but airlines may still check.
· Yellow fever· Conditional
/03
Book onward/return travel and accommodation
Carry proof of a return or onward ticket and confirmed accommodation; first-time travelers may be asked for these and for visible means of sustenance.
· Return ticket· Proof of funds
/04
Arrive at Banjul International Airport
Complete the disembarkation card. As an EU/Schengen and Nordic national you are admitted visa-free and receive an entry stamp; you will be enrolled biometrically (fingerprint/iris/passport data page).
· Entry stamp· Biometric enrolment
/05
Pay the Securiport security fee
Pay USD 20 (or D1,000) in cash on arrival. Keep cash for the equivalent departure fee too.
· USD 20· Cash
/06
Extend your stay if needed
If your initial stamp is shorter than your trip, visit the Department of Immigration in Banjul to extend, for a small monthly fee, up to the permitted period.
· Immigration Banjul· Extension
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

9 items
Personalized checklist
0 / 9 complete
Finnish ordinary passport valid 6+ months with 2 blank pages
required
Return or onward flight ticket
required
Proof of accommodation / address in The Gambia
recommended
Sufficient funds (visible means of sustenance)
required
Cash for Securiport fee USD 20 / D1,000 on arrival and departure
required
Yellow fever vaccination certificate
conditional
Completed disembarkation/arrival card
required
Travel/health insurance
recommended
Some local currency (Dalasi) or USD cash
recommended
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Tourist visa feeUSD 0No visa required for Finnish/EU citizens
Securiport security fee (arrival)USD 20 / D1,000Cash on arrival; exempt diplomats and children 2 and under
Securiport security fee (departure)USD 20 / D1,000Cash on departure at Banjul airport
Stay extension (if needed)Small monthly fee (varies)Paid at Department of Immigration, Banjul, if extending beyond initial stamp
Total estimateUSD 40USD 40incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
EU / Schengen citizen exemption
The Gambia's official visa policy exempts all Schengen/EU citizens from visa requirements for short stays.
High
/02
Nordic States exemption
Finland is separately listed as a Nordic State, which The Gambia also exempts from visas.
High
/03
Tourism / short visit
Visa-free admission covers holiday and short non-employment visits within the permitted period.
High
/04
Charter/tour travel
Tourists on chartered flights and via tour operators are also explicitly visa-exempt.
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
Finland to Gambia route verified
Confirmed visa-free status against The Gambia Immigration Department's current visa policy, which lists Schengen/EU and Nordic States as visa-exempt for up to 90 days. Securiport security fee of USD 20/D1,000 applies on arrival and departure.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Finnish citizens need a visa to visit The Gambia?
No. Finland is an EU/Schengen member and a Nordic State, both of which The Gambia exempts from visa requirements. You can enter visa-free for tourism with just a valid passport.
How long can I stay in The Gambia without a visa?+
Is there any fee to enter The Gambia?+
Do I need a yellow fever vaccination?+
Does the Schengen 90/180 rule or ETIAS apply to this trip?+
What documents should I have ready at the airport?+
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