South Africa 
Senegal Senegal’s embassy guidance lists South Africa in Category B, allowing a visa on arrival at Dakar Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) only.
Last verified: 2026-02-05
At a glance
Max stay 90 days
Passport validity See requirements
Entry type Visa on arrival
Onward ticket Recommended
Entry requirements
- Senegal’s published Category B arrangement allows a visa on arrival at Dakar Airport only (documents required; no charge, per embassy guidance).
- The same embassy guidance states visas on arrival at Dakar are for entry and stay no longer than 3 months.
Stay
Senegal embassy guidance states visa on arrival at Dakar Airport is for entry and stay no longer than 3 months.
This guidance is airport-specific (DSS only). Always confirm current rules and required documents with official Senegal sources and your airline before travel.
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Sources
- Embassy of Senegal (London) — Visa nationals & categories (South Africa: Category B)
- Embassy of Senegal (London) — Visa on arrival at Dakar International Airport (DSS)
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This tool is for guidance only and may be incomplete or out of date.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.