Costa Rica visa for Gambian citizens

For citizens of Costa Rica, planning a trip to the 'Smiling Coast' of Gambia is refreshingly straightforward: you can enjoy visa-free entry for up to 90 days as a tourist, making the only available visa type entirely cost-free. Given the vast geographic distance separating Central America from West Africa, travelers should anticipate a multi-leg journey, typically involving layovers in European hubs like Madrid or Lisbon, which can easily extend travel time beyond 15 hours. Prepare to adjust for a significant time zone difference, but rest assured, English is the official language in Gambia, making communication generally easy as you explore its Atlantic beaches and the famed Gambia River.

Visa required· verified 2026-05-27

Entry requirements

Onward ticket
Required
Funds proof
$100 / month
Health insurance
Not required
Yellow fever cert.
Required

Visa options

TouristTourist Entry (Visa-Exempt Nationals, Group 1)
180d$0
TouristTourist Visa / Entry (Nationals Requiring Visa, Groups 2-4)
30d
Digital NomadDigital Nomad Stay Subcategory
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
RetirementPensionado Temporary Residence (Retiree with Lifetime Pension)
$50multiple-entryvalid 2y
InvestorRentista / Fixed Income Temporary Residence
$50multiple-entryvalid 2y
InvestorInversionista / Investment Temporary Residence (“Golden Visa”)
$50multiple-entryvalid 2y
WorkWork‑Based Temporary Residence (Employer‑Sponsored)
$50multiple-entryvalid 2y
FamilyFamily‑Based Temporary or Permanent Residence
$50multiple-entry
OtherPermanent Resident Permit
$50multiple-entryvalid 5y

Visa-free with valid multiple-entry visa/residence from Schengen, Canada, UK, US.

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