Gambia visa requirements for Cambodians

Travel and visa requirements

Gambian Visa is not required for Cambodians

Stay Duration: 90 days

Entry Requirements

  • For a period of 90 days, citizens of Cambodia can travel to the Gambia without a visa.
  • Intending visitors must have a passport valid for at least 6 months at the time of entry into the Gambia. The passport should have at least one blank page for visa stamping.
  • There is no currency restriction on entry and exit from the Gambia.
  • Tourists with any form of arms and ammunition must receive authorization of the Ministry of Interior.
  • Confirmation of accommodation during the stay is needed. It could be in the form of a hotel reservation.
  • Visitors are required to have a return back to Cambodia or onward ticket and evidence of sufficient funds to spend during their stay in the Gambia.
  • Although a certificate of yellow fever vaccination is not required from travellers from Cambodia, however, they are advised to be vaccinated against common illness before travelling to the Gambia.
  • Tourists with cats and dogs must be accompanied by a veterinarian's health certificate issued in Cambodia. The day after the arrival of the pets, they have to be registered at the Gambian Veterinary Department to obtain an import permit.
  • Intending visitors can get to the Gambia from any international airport in Cambodia. There are international airports in Phnom Penh and Siem reap.
  • THAI, Brussels Airlines, Bangkok Airways, Turkish Airlines and Brussels Airlines are some of the airlines that fly from Cambodia to the Gambia.
  • The estimated flight time from Cambodia to Banjul, Gambia is 1 day, 2 hours.
  • The Gambian Dalasi is the official currency of the Gambia. Visitors can exchange their foreign currencies at various bank and exchange outlets in the country.
  • The religion in the Gambia, based on statistics show that 90% of the population are Sunni Muslims, 9% are Christians, while the remaining 1% still practise traditional beliefs.
  • There are at least 10 languages spoken by different ethnic groups in the Gambia. However, the official language is English.
  • The best time to visit the Gambia is in October to December, when birding is at its best and the beaches are crowned with cloudless blue skies.
  • The climate in the Gambia is subtropical, with distinct dry and rainy seasons. The dry season runs from mid-November to early June, while the rainy season lasts from late June to October.
  • In the Gambia, the power plugs and sockets are of type G. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
  • The Gambia uses Greenwich Mean Time. Cambodia is seven hours ahead.
  • Tourists travelling to the Gambia are advised to budget about $45 to spend on expenses per day.
  • Getting around in the Gambia is possible with the various public means of transportation available, this includes buses, taxis, passenger boats and car rentals. 
  • Some of the tourist attractions in the Gambia include Kunta Kinteh Island, Kachikally Museum and Crocodile Pool, Abuko Nature Reserve and Bijilo Forest Park.
  • Popular delicacies in the Gambia are benachin, domoda, superkanja, etc.
  • Tourists are advised to follow the instructions of local authorities and also monitor local news broadcasts while in the country.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there mosquitoes in the Gambia?

Yes, and the mosquitoes are most active around late afternoon and through the evening. Tourists are advised to make use of a good insect repellent to prevent being bitten.

When is the best time to travel to the Gambia?

The best time to visit the Gambia is the long dry season of mid-October to early June when the roads will be passable, and the weather is good for wildlife visits and beaches.

What is the official currency of the Gambia?

The Gambian Dalasi is the official currency of Gambia. For tourists traveling to the Gambia, an increasing number of hotels and restaurants accept visa debit cards, and very few will accept credit cards for payment. Tourists can exchange their foreign currency at banks and other exchange outlets in the country. 

Do the hotels in the Gambia have Wi-Fi?

A growing number of hotels in the Gambia now have Wi-Fi access either in public areas or rooms, and some have internet cafes. There may be a charge locally for this service