→ Senegal visa for British citizens
For UK passport holders, exploring the vibrant culture of Senegal is made straightforward with visa-free entry permitted for stays up to 90 days. This means your journey from the United Kingdom to West Africa incurs zero visa cost for most short visits, although two other specific visa types are available for different purposes. Prepare for a vibrant cultural immersion as you exchange the familiar drizzle of London for the sun-drenched beaches of Saly Portudal, a stark climatic and cultural contrast. While there's no time zone difference between the UK and Senegal, remember to exchange your Pounds Sterling for the West African CFA Franc to fully enjoy your stay.
Visa-free90d 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
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