Senegal visa requirements for Libyans

Travel and visa requirements

Senegalese Visa is not required for Libyans

Stay Duration: 30 days

Entry Requirements

  • Citizens of Libya intending to visit Senegal can be granted a visa on arrival for a maximum period of 30 days.
  • Intending visitors must possess a valid passport to be presented on arrival at Senegal.
  • The least duration of validity the passport is expected to carry is six months.
  • Passports must carry blank pages for entry stamps.
  • Visas can be obtained from the Immigration counter at  Blaise Diagne International Airport.
  • Tourists who wish to stay beyond the 30-day validity should apply for an extension at the Immigration department in Senegal.
  • Tourists are also required to provide proof of enough funds to spend during their stay in the country.
  • Visitors to Senegal must provide proof of accommodation for their entire stay in the country. This could be in the form of a confirmed hotel reservation or a letter from a host in Senegal.
  • They are also required to provide proof of Yellow Fever vaccination.
  • There are no airport taxes levied on visitors upon arrival or departure from the airport.
  • Onward/return tickets and other alternative documents necessary for the visitor’s next trip must be readily available.
  • Import of local and foreign currencies are allowed as long as the amounts are declared on arrival.
  • Libyans visiting Senegal with pets must have a health certificate and proof of rabies vaccination no more than 30 days prior to arrival. 
  • A Veterinarian health certificate issued less than 48 hours before departure is also required.
  • On entry and exit, Libyans with amounts above XOF 20,000 will be required to declare it.
  • Senegal has a tropical climate, with a dry season from December to April characterized by hot, dry, harmattan wind.  The rainy season runs from May to November.
  • Islam is the predominant religion in Senegal with about 94% of the Senegalese population being Muslims. The Christian community takes up 4.1% of the population while a few people take up the indigenous faith.
  • The estimated flight time from Libya to Senegal is 4 hours 48 minutes.
  • The time zone in Senegal is the Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) making  Libya 2 hours ahead of Senegal.
  • In Senegal, the power and socket plugs are of Type C, D, E and K. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
  • West African CFA franc is the official currency used in Senegal. 
  • French is the official language in Senegal while Wolof is widely spoken by a majority of its population. Since Senegal is 94% Muslim, Arabic is also widespread. 
  • Kissing as a greeting is acceptable but kissing romantically in public is not.
  • In most areas, it is considered rude to let the bottom of your shoe or foot point at someone. Visitors are advised to not prop their foot up on tables and chairs
  • Tourists are advised to respect local traditions, customs, laws and religions at all times.
  • Some delicacies in Senegal include:Bassi-salté, sombi, maafe, boulette de poisson and chere.
  • Djoudj National Bird Sanctuary, Saloum Delta National Park and Natural Reserve of Popenguine are some of the tourist destinations in Senegal

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Senegal?

The best time to visit is between November to May, this is when the desert winds are cooler at night

Can I fly a drone in Senegal?

Flying drones in Senegal is allowed. However, visitors should avoid flying drones around sensitive areas such as military and government areas.

Do I need to carry my national ID around in Senegal?

Yes. Visitors are required by law to carry their national IDs at all times. This is because they could be stopped by the police at any time for questioning.