Gambia 
South Africa Gambian citizens do not require a visa to visit South Africa following the 2025 visa exemption agreement.
Last verified: 2026-02-05
At a glance
Max stay 90 days
Passport validity Valid passport required
Entry type Visa-free
Onward ticket Recommended
Entry requirements
- Visa-free entry under new bilateral agreement signed August 2025
- Maximum stay for tourism and business visits
- Proof of onward travel may be required
Stay
Standard visa-free stay duration for tourism.
Passport
Valid passport required
New visa exemption agreement eliminates visa requirements for Gambian citizens traveling to South Africa.
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Sources
- South Africa and Gambia Sign Landmark New Visa Exemption Agreement
- South African visa for Gambian citizens
Important
This tool is for guidance only and may be incomplete or out of date. Always confirm with official government sources and your airline before you travel.