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Visa-free

US citizens do not need a visa to enter Senegal for tourism stays of up to 90 days.

Last verified: 2026-04-27

At a glance

Max stay 90 days
Passport validity Passport must be valid for at least three (3) months beyond the date of entry, though 6 months is recommended.
Entry type Visa-free
Onward ticket A return or onward ticket is required.

Entry requirements

  • Senegal is visa-exempt for US passport holders. Your passport will be stamped with an entry permit upon arrival at Dakar's Blaise Diagne International Airport.
  • For stays exceeding 90 days, visitors must register with the local authorities (Police des Etrangers) in Senegal.

Stay

Visa exemption applies for up to 90 days.

Passport

Passport must be valid for at least three (3) months beyond the date of entry, though 6 months is recommended.

Health — Yellow fever

A Yellow Fever vaccination certificate is required if you are arriving from, or have transited for more than 12 hours through, a country with a risk of yellow fever transmission.

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