Gambia visa requirements for Kenyans

Travel and visa requirements

Gambian Visa is not required for Kenyans

Stay Duration: 90 days

Entry Requirements

  • Citizens of Kenya do not require a visa to visit the Gambia for a stay of up to 90 days.
  • Prospective 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.
  • Tourists are required to have a return or onward ticket and proof of enough funds to spend during their stay.
  • Confirmation of accommodation during the stay is needed.
  • Intending visitors can get to the Gambia from any international airport in Kenya. There are international airports in Nairobi, Kisumu and Mombasa.
  • Kenya Airways, Turkish Airlines, EgyptAir and KLM are some of the carriers that fly from Kenya to the Gambia.
  • The estimated flight duration from Nairobi to Banjul, Gambia is 18 hours, 50 minutes, 1 day, 2 hours from Kisumu, and from Mombasa, it is 20 hours, 30 minutes.
  • 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 Gambian Dalasi is the official currency of the Gambia.  Visitors can exchange their foreign currencies at various bank and exchange outlets in the country.
  • Popular delicacies in the Gambia are benachin, domoda, superkanja, etc.
  • 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. Kenya is 3 hours ahead of the Gambia.
  • 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.
  • Some of the tourist attractions in the Gambia include Kunta Kinteh Island, Kachikally Museum and Crocodile Pool, Abuko Nature Reserve and Bijilo Forest Park.
  • Tourists are advised to follow the instructions of local authorities and also monitor local news broadcasts while in the country.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a certificate of vaccination before travelling to the Gambia?

Although the Gambia has no strict restrictions for vaccinations, visitors are advised to be vaccinated against yellow fever, hepatitis A, hepatitis B, meningitis and polio before embarking on their trip.

Is it safe to travel to the Gambia?

Yes, it is relatively safe to travel to the Gambia. However, like anywhere else, tourists must be aware of their surroundings and any potential threats around.

What is the main language in Gambia?

The main language spoken in Gambia is English.

How long can i stay in the Gambia without a visa?

Kenyans can stay in the Gambia for a period of 90 days without a visa.

Why is the Gambia called the ‘Smiling Coast of Africa’?
 Aside from its welcoming people, the Gambia cuts through the middle of Senegal and its position appears like that of a smile on the map of the continent, greeting those who make their way up the River Gambia.