Senegal
General visa requirements for travelling to Senegal. These policies apply to all nationalities unless a country-specific policy exists.
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Business visa (ECOWAS Business Visa-Free)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Visa free
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Processing time
- N/A - no application required
- Fee
- Free
- Validity
- 90 days
- Entry
- Single entry
ECOWAS citizens can pursue business interests in Senegal for up to 90 days visa-free.
Eligibility
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Nationality
ECOWAS member states citizens
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Purpose of visit
Allowed for business meetings, conferences, and negotiations.
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6
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Proof of funds
Accepted forms: Cash, credit card, or bank statement; Minimum amount: €50 per day
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Accommodation proof
Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.
Accepted types: Hotel booking or invitation letter from host; Must cover full stay: No
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International vaccination card
Required vaccinations: Yellow fever vaccination certificate if arriving from yellow fever risk areas; Validity months: 120
Business visa (Business Visa (Embassy Required))
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 30 days
- Processing time
- 3-5 business days (may extend to 15+ days during peak seasons)
- Fee
- 15,000 XOF
- Validity
- 30 days
- Entry
- Single entry
Business visa valid for 30 days. Processing time typically 3-5 business days but can extend to 15+ days during peak periods. Host company must be genuine and registered in Senegal.
Eligibility
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Nationality
Nationals requiring embassy visa for business purposes
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Purpose of visit
Allowed for business meetings, conferences, contract negotiations, and seminars.
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6
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Photo
Count: 2; Specifications: Two recent passport-size photographs
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Employment letter
Provide a signed employer letter confirming your role, leave dates, salary and return to work.
Must include leave approval: Yes; Must include position: Yes; Must include salary: No
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Accommodation proof
Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.
Accepted types: Hotel booking or invitation letter from host; Must cover full stay: No
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Invitation letter
Host requirements: Letter of invitation from the host company in Senegal on company letterhead with signature, designation, company name and stamp
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Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.
Form name: Visa Application Form
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Company registration
Provide company registration evidence for the inviting, sponsoring or employing organisation.
Accepted documents: Certified documents
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International vaccination card
Required vaccinations: Yellow fever vaccination certificate if arriving from risk areas; Validity months: 120
How to apply
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Document gathering
Gather all required documents including invitation letter from Senegalese company and employer letter.
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Online application
Complete visa application form (no government online portal; apply through embassy or third-party services).
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Fee payment
Pay VFS service fee and visa application fee.
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Document submission
Submit application at Senegalese embassy/consulate or VFS center.
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Processing wait
Wait for visa processing (typically 3-5 business days, may extend during peak seasons).
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Visa collection
Collect visa from embassy/consulate or receive by mail.