Mali to Gambia visa requirements
Malian citizens can visit Gambia visa-free for tourism for stays up to 90 days.
Last verified: 2026-02-10
At a glance
What Mali travellers need to know
If you hold a Mali passport and plan to visit Gambia for tourism, current guidance indicates you need visa-free.
Malian citizens can visit Gambia visa-free for tourism for stays up to 90 days.
Typical stay guidance: Stays up to 90 days are typically permitted under the visa-free regime.
Passport rule: Passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the arrival date with two blank pages.
Health note: Yellow Fever vaccination certificate is required if arriving from or transiting through risk areas (including Mali).
Prepare the exact Airport Security Fee in USD or GMD cash to expedite entry and exit processing.
Rules change. Cross-check the official sources listed below and your airline’s document checks before you fly from Mali to Gambia.
Entry requirements
- Gambia generally allows visa-free entry for Malian passport holders for stays up to 90 days.
- An Airport Security Fee of approximately USD 20 must be paid upon both entry and exit.
- The final period of stay is granted by the immigration officer at the point of entry (e.g., a 28-day stamp initially).
Stay
Stays up to 90 days are typically permitted under the visa-free regime.
Health — Yellow fever
Yellow Fever vaccination certificate is required if arriving from or transiting through risk areas (including Mali).
Prepare the exact Airport Security Fee in USD or GMD cash to expedite entry and exit processing.
How to prepare (Mali → Gambia)
- 1
Confirm Gambia still lists Mali as visa-free for your travel dates.
- 2
Check passport validity, blank pages, and any yellow-fever or health rules.
- 3
Book return/onward travel and accommodation you can show at the border if asked.
- 4
Carry proof of funds for your stay in Gambia.
- 5
Keep digital and paper copies of your passport bio page and bookings.
Documents checklist
- Valid Mali passport (check validity rules above)
- Return or onward ticket
- Proof of accommodation in Gambia
- Proof of sufficient funds for your stay
- Onward travel: Proof of return or onward travel and sufficient funds may be requested.
- Yellow fever certificate if required for your routing
- Travel insurance (recommended)
Frequently asked questions
Do Mali citizens need a visa for Gambia?
Based on Tsavaro’s last verification (2026-02-10), Mali travellers need visa-free for tourism to Gambia. Malian citizens can visit Gambia visa-free for tourism for stays up to 90 days.
How long can I stay in Gambia on a Mali passport?
Stays up to 90 days are typically permitted under the visa-free regime.
What documents should Mali travellers carry to Gambia?
At minimum: a valid passport, return/onward ticket, accommodation proof, and funds. Also note: Yellow Fever vaccination certificate is required if arriving from or transiting through risk areas (including Mali).
Where can I verify Gambia entry rules officially?
Start with: Gambia Immigration Department — Visa Policy; Gambia Official Government Portal — Entry Requirements. Requirements can change without notice.
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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.