Senegal visa for Chinese citizens

Chinese passport holders planning a trip to Senegal will find entry straightforward, benefiting from a visa on arrival that permits stays for up to 30 days. This convenient arrangement, covering the two available visa types like the common tourist option, marks a notable facilitation for travelers journeying from the East Asian giant to West Africa's vibrant coast. Given the significant geographical distance between Beijing and Dakar, typically requiring long-haul flights with at least one stop in a hub such as Istanbul or Addis Ababa, visitors should also factor in the considerable time difference and prepare to use the West African CFA franc (XOF) for local transactions upon arrival.

Visa on arrival30d stay· verified 2026-05-27

Entry requirements

Passport validity
6+ months
Onward ticket
Required
Health insurance
Not required
Yellow fever cert.
Not required
Biometrics
Required

Visa options

TouristEntry Visa (Transit or Stay Not Exceeding Three Months)
90dvalid 3mo
TouristBiometric Visa (Short Stay, 1–90 Days)
90d$55valid 3mo
Apply
Tourist90‑Day Multiple‑Entry Visa (Frequent Travelers)
90dmultiple-entryvalid 3mo
OtherLong‑Stay Visa (Multiple Entry, More Than 90 Days)
multiple-entry
TouristVisa on Arrival (Category B – Dakar Blaise Diagne International Airport Only)
30dvalid 1mo
TouristCategory C Visa (Prior Visa Required Before Travel)
90dvalid 3mo
OtherLong‑Stay Visa for U.S. Citizens (Over 90 Days)
TouristVisa Exemption (Short Stay up to 90 Days)
90d$0multiple-entryvalid 3mo
OtherVisa Exemption for Laissez‑Passer Holders (UN and ECOWAS)
90d$0multiple-entryvalid 3mo

Public affairs passport holders do not require visa.

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