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Benin |
90 days |
Benin is home to about 20 diverse ethnic groups, breathtaking landscapes and the most beautiful carved wood masks in the world. |
- Senegalese intending to visit Benin can stay for a duration of 90 days without a visa.
- Senegalese intending to visit Benin must have a return/onward ticket.
- Senegalese intending to visit Benin are required to provide a passport with six months of validity and with atleast two blank pages for stamps on arrival and departure.
- Senegalese intending to visit Benin are required to provide a proof of hotel accommodation, as well as an international certificate of vaccination.
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Burkina Faso |
30 days |
Burkina Faso is a country of over 18,633,725 people known for being the top producer of cotton in Africa, having incredibly rich culture, an... |
- Senegal citizens visiting Burkina Faso are not required to apply for a visa.
- Entry stamps allow the traveller to stay for at least 30 days as determined by the embassy.
- Travellers are required to have a passport valid for 6 months beyond their stay in Burkina Faso.
- Passports of visitors should have two blank pages for visa stamps at the port of entry.
- Visitors from Senegal will be required to show proof of Yellow Fever vaccination before entry into Burkina Faso and vaccination must have been done within 10 days before embarking on their trip.
- Visitors are required to provide proof that they have enough money to last them throughout their entire stay in the country.
- Travellers are to also provide proof of accommodation for their stay in the country.
- The estimated flight time from Dakar, Senegal to Burkina Faso is 2 hours, 35 minutes.
- West African CFA franc is the official currency of Burkina Faso. Visitors can exchange their foreign currencies at various banks and exchange outlets in the country.
- The official language spoken in Burkina Faso is French, mainly because they were colonized by France. The Mossi language is also a widely spoken language in the country and there are about seventy other indigenous languages.
- Although there is a diversity of religion in Burkina Faso, Islam is the most prominent and other religions include Catholicism, Protestantism and traditional beliefs.
- Burkina Faso has a tropical climate. The dry season lasts from November to March, and the rainy season lasts from June to October.
- Transportation can be done in Burkina Faso through taxis, buses and trains.
- Burkina Faso uses the Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) hence, there is no time difference between Senegal and Burkina Faso.
- Common staples in Burkina Faso include sorghum, millet, rice, maize, nuts and potatoes. Babenda, brochettes, and sause gombo are common dishes in Burkina Faso.
- The power and socket plug used in Burkina Faso is of Type C and E. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
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Cape Verde |
30 days |
Cape Verde is country in Africa known for being one of the most developed countries in Africa where you can get drunk on Sugarcane. |
- Senegal citizens travelling to Cape Verde are not required to apply for a visa for a variable duration of stay of at least 30 days (depending on embassy’s decision).
- Passports of citizens should be valid for a minimum period of one month from the date of entry into Cape Verde.
- Passports must have with at least one blank passport page available for Cape Verde visa stamp.
- Amendment pages in the back of the passport are not suitable for Cape Verde visa stamps.
- Senegal citizens will be required to provide a recent passport-type photograph of two by two inches with a front view and a white background.
- Citizens of Senegal travelling to Cape Verde are required to present an International Yellow Fever vaccination certificate.
- Senegal citizens above the age of 2 years are required to pay a special entry tax on arrival to Cape Verde.
- Guns, ammunition, and drugs require a special license to be brought into the country.
- Additional health certificates are required if pets are brought into the country, particularly dogs.
- There is zero tolerance towards possessing, using or trafficking any type of illegal drug as convicted offenders can expect long jail sentences and heavy fines.
- The estimated flight time from Dakar, Senegal to Praia, Cape Verde is 1 hour, 19 minutes.
- Cape Verde adopts the Cape Verde Standard Time zone (GMT-1) so Senegal is 1 hour ahead of Cape Verde.
- A lot of tourist visits to Cape Verde have been trouble-free but you are advised to be very cautious of petty crime.
- Cape Verde’s warm tropical climate, volcanic islands, wonderful musicians and delicious cuisine are its international landmark qualities.
- The official language of instruction and government in Cape Verde is Portuguese.
- Public bus transport runs periodically and taxis In the major cities of Cape Verde are common. In smaller towns, there are mostly hi aces and/or taxis.
- Boat transportation is also available in the country but it is not widely used nor dependable.
- Cape Verde has two seasons, the dry season also called the Time of winds is between October to mid-July while the rainy season starts from August to September
- Cape Verde inhabitants generally recognise Christianity as its national religion.
- For Cape Verde, there are two associated plug types, C and F. The country operates on a 230V supply voltage and 50Hz.
- One of the biggest tourist attractions of Cape Verde is its Islands and safe snorkelling adventures.
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Central African Republic |
90 days |
Central African Republic has a population of about 5,043,280 people. It is abundantly rich in natural resources, and is known for its biodiversity. In... |
- Senegal citizens travelling to the Central African Republic with the intention to stay for 90 days or less do not require a visa.
- Visitors are required to possess a valid passport for six months with at least one blank page for visa stamps.
- The passport of the Senegalese should be valid for six months beyond their departure date from the Central African Republic.
- Senegal citizens are required to possess passports with at least one blank page available for visa stamp(s).
- Amendment pages on the back of the passport are not suitable for the Central African Republic visa stamps.
- All visitors departing from the Central African Republic on international flights are required to pay a stamp tax.
- Senegal citizens are required to possess a copy of airline ticket showing entry and departure from the Central African Republic.
- Central African Republic uses the West Africa Standard Time zone (GMT+1) hence, the Central African Republic is 1 hour ahead of Senegal.
- The estimated flight time from Dakar, Senegal to the Central African Republic is 5 hours, 49 minutes.
- The baggage of visitors is cleared at the airport of Bangui, which is the only airport in the Central African Republic.
- Dogs and cats of visitors entering the Central African Republic must be accompanied by a veterinary certificate.
- The country is noted for its population of forest elephants and western lowland gorillas.
- The Central African Republic's two official languages are French and Sango also spelt as Sangho, a creole developed as an inter-ethnic lingua franca based on the local Ngbandi language.
- Over 80% of CAR citizens profess the Christian faith, about 15% of the citizens profess Islamic faith and the rest profess other faiths with over 3% professing traditional faiths.
- C.A.R is one of the few African countries to have an African language as their official language with about 1% of its population speaking a few foreign languages.
- The Central African Republic primarily uses hydroelectricity as there are few other resources for energy and power.
- The climate is tropical, with abundant rainfall of about 178 cm (70 in) annually in the south, decreasing to about 86 cm (30 in) in the extreme northeast.
- The rainy season in the country is from December to March and a long, hot, dry season is from April to November. Floods are common.
- The Central African Republic has 5 prominent national parks which are Dzanga-Ndoki National Park, Manovo Gounda (St. Floris) National Park, Bamingui-Bangoran National Park and Biosphere Reserve, Andre Felix National Park and the Mbaéré Bodingué National Park.
- The famous Big 5 animals in Africa- African Elephant, African Rhino, African Buffalo, African Lion, and African Leopard among others are found in the aforementioned parks.
- Two-thirds of the country is within the Ubangi River basin, which flows into the Congo, while the remaining third is in the basin of the Chari, which flows into Lake Chad.
- Basketball is the country’s most popular sport. Its national team won the African Championship twice and was the first Sub-Saharan African team to qualify for the Basketball World Cup.
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Chad |
90 days |
Chad is a country of 15,534,813 people. Chad is famous for the Lake Chad which is named for, its ties with the Sahara desert, and for some of the best... |
- Senegalese visiting Chad are not required to apply for a visa for a period of 90 days of stay.
- Visitors are required to provide a passport that has a validity of six months upon arrival.
- Senegal citizens must also make at least two blank pages of their passports available for visa stamps.
- A Yellow Fever certificate of vaccination is necessary for Senegal citizens to visit Chad.
- A maximum of 5 million CFA equivalent ($10,800) is the limit for the amount of local currencies and foreign currencies allowed to be taken in and out of the country.
- To drive in Chad, an international driving permit is required. The use of cell phones while driving and driving a vehicle with tinted windows is illegal.
- Public transportation is not recommended for tourists visiting Chad. It is advisable to hire private transport from reliable sources such as travel agencies and local hotels.
- Tourists arriving with pets may be subject to a tax of CFA 5,000 per pet.
- Cats and dogs must be accompanied by a certificate of vaccination against Rabies as well as a certificate of good health.
- All travellers are required to pay an airport tax upon departing 3,000 CFA.
- Visitors arriving in Chad must have confirmed onward or return tickets.
- The estimated flight time from Dakar, Senegal to N'Djamena, Chad is 4 hours, 53 minutes.
- Chad uses the West Africa Standard Time zone (GMT+1) hence, Chad is 1 hour ahead of Senegal.
- Chad's official languages are Arabic and French but over 100 languages and dialects are spoken.
- Chad is home to over 200 different ethnic and linguistic groups.
- The most popular religion of Chad is Islam at 55% followed by Christianity at 40%.
- Chad is the fifth largest country in Africa in terms of landmass area about the size of Spain, Kansas, and France combined.
- The Tibesti Mountains in Chad are home to some of the best camel racing in the world.
- The Sahara Desert covers much of northern Chad and occupies roughly one-third of the country’s total area.
- Grains including millet, sorghum, and rice are staple foods of Chad. One of the main dishes of the Chadians is the boule, a thick grain porridge.
- People of Chad use Kakaki, a long metal trumpet in traditional ceremonial music. The instrument signifies power and is always played by men.
- The country has seen long-lasting conflicts between Muslims and Christians.
- Chad is also known as “The Babel Tower of the World” because it’s believed to be the location of the Biblical “Tower of Babel”.
- The country is named after Lake Chad, the largest wetland in Chad and the second-largest in Africa.
- Chad is home to some of the most important African archaeological sites dating back earlier than 200 BC. These sites are mainly in the Borkou-Ennedi-Tibesti Region.
- Bili bili (millet beer) and fruit juices are Chad’s traditional drinks.
- The country is also called “The Dead Heart of Africa” because of its closeness to the deserts.
- Lakes of Ounianga are a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Chad. The Lakes of Ounianga comprises a total of 18 lakes. These lakes feature different colours (blue, green, red) that vary due to the differences in their chemical compositions.
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Ivory Coast |
30 days |
Cote d'Ivoire has a population of over 23.7 million people. It is famous for its idyllic beach locations, for the Mount Nimba, and for being the home... |
- Senegal citizens travelling to Ivory Coast are not required to obtain or apply for a visa for a stay period of 90 days.
- Visitors must possess passports that are valid for 6 months beyond stay, with at least one blank passport page available for entry stamp(s).
- Visitors will be requested to present a computer-generated flight itinerary from the airline or travel agency or copy of airline tickets.
- If staying in any hotel within Ivory coast, visitors are required to provide a copy of confirmed hotel reservations.
- Senegal citizens are required to present an International certificate of vaccination against Yellow Fever at the port of entry.
- Visitors entering Ivory Coast are required to pay an Airport Tax of 3,000 XOF upon leaving Cote d'Ivoire.
- In Ivory Coast, the power plugs and sockets are of type C and E. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- Côte d'Ivoire adopts the Greenwich Mean Time zone (GMT) hence, there is no time difference between Senegal and Côte d'Ivoire.
- The estimated flight time from Dakar, Senegal to Cote d'Ivoire is 2 hours, 25 minutes.
- The country has large populations of Muslims, Christians and various indigenous religions.
- The official language of the republic is French with local indigenous languages also being widely used that include Baoule, Dioula, Dan, Anyin and Cebaara Senufo.
- Cassava and plantains are significant parts of Ivorian cuisine. A type of corn paste called aitiu is used to prepare corn balls, and peanuts are widely used in many dishes.
- Ivory Coast climate is tropical along coast, semiarid in far north with three seasons - the country is warm and dry from November to March, hot and dry from March to May, hot and wet from June to October.
- Taxis are a great and easy way to get around in Abidjan. Just look for an orange coloured car and flag it down. Fares are very affordable: US $2-4 depending on the length of the journey.
- Tourist villages, beaches, and photo safaris are some of the main tourist attractions to see in Côte d'Ivoire and not excluding the famous Mapouka dance.
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Dominica |
21 days |
Dominica is a small country of more than 74,474 people known for its lush, unspoiled rain forests, several hot springs, and for its black... |
- Citizens of Senegal can travel to Dominica without obtaining a visa, and they can stay there for up to 21 days.
- Senegal citizens are required to possess a passport with a validity of at least another 6 months from the date of arrival.
- Children aged less than 18 years old may not carry a photo ID.
- Visitors are required to provide a certificate of Vaccination for Hepatitis A, Polio, Tetanus, Typhoid and Yellow Fever.
- Visitors must have return or onward tickets and all documents required for their next trip.
- Visitors aged 16 years old or more are allowed to possess 200 cigarettes or one box of cigars whose number depends on the duration of the visit and which is subject to customs, a sealed bottle of alcoholic drinks with the maximum amount of two litres and two bottles of perfume in opened bottles for personal use.
- Visitors are prohibited from bringing in all animal products such as cheese, meat, sausage and fresh vegetables, fruits or plants.
- To bring in cats and dogs, a health certificate issued within 15 days before arrival is to be provided.
- The animals mentioned above must be vaccinated against rabies and parvovirus within a period of more than one month and less than one year before arrival.
- The estimated flight time from Dakar, Senegal to Dominica is 6 hours, 21 minutes.
- It is prohibited to bring in any type of bird into Dominica.
- Visitors’ luggage should be cleared at the first airport of entry.
- All visitors are required to pay a departure tax of USD 20 that is usually included in the ticket. However, if the tax is not included in the ticket, it must be paid on departure.
- Visitors are not allowed to take local currencies on entry or departure.
- Visitors are allowed to take foreign currencies at departure provided the exported sums are declared on arrival, but there are no restrictions on traveller's cheques.
- Dominica is a mountainous Caribbean island nation with natural hot springs and tropical rain forests.
- English is the official language of Dominica and is universally spoken and understood. In addition, Dominican Creole mixed with French, is widely spoken.
- A vast majority of the Dominican population are Christians while religions such as Buddhism, Hinduism, Islam, Chinese Folk Religion, Neo-religions, and Atheism are only practiced by a fewer population.
- Dominica uses the Atlantic Standard Time zone (GMT-4), hence, Senegal is 4 hours ahead of Dominica.
- Dominica uses mainly the sea and road mode of transportation.
- Electricity in Dominica is relatively stable and the government is aiming to solve the enduring problems of the lack of available installed capacity and constant blackouts.
- Dominica has a tropical climate, hot all year round, with a hotter and muggy season from May to October and a relatively cool season from December to March, while November and April between seasons.
- Dominica is known for its beaches, resorts and golfing some of which include the Balvaro Beach Resort, Casa De Campo Golf and Dining Resort, Cayo Levantado Resort for whale watching (particularly the humpback whale) and the Los Haitises National Park.
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Gambia |
90 days |
Gambia is known for its lovely beaches, its incredible reserve of diverse bird species, and for being home to Jufureh, the ancestral village of Kunta... |
- Senegalese intending to visit Gambia can stay for a duration of 90 days without a visa.
- Senegalese intending to visit Gambia must have a return/onward ticket.
- Senegalese intending to visit Gambia are required to provide a passport with six months of validity and with atleast two blank pages for stamps on arrival and departure.
- Senegalese intending to visit Gambia are required to provide a proof of hotel accommodation, as well as an international certificate of vaccination.
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Ghana |
90 days |
Ghana has a population of some 25.5 million people. It is rich in gold, rich in cocoa and in Ghana, pregnant women eat clay! |
- Senegalese intending to visit Ghana can stay for a duration of 90 days without a visa
- Senegalese intending to visit Ghana must have a return/onward ticket.
- Senegalese intending to visit Ghana are required to provide a passport with six months of validity and with atleast two blank pages for stamps on arrival and departure.
- Senegalese intending to visit Ghana are required to provide a proof of hotel accommodation, as well as an international certificate of vaccinations
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Guinea |
90 days |
The Republic of Guinea is a West African country that lies along the Gulf of Guinea, and has a population of about 12.4 million. |
- Senegalese intending to visit Guinea can stay for a duration of 90 days without a visa.
- Senegalese intending to visit Guinea must have a return/onward ticket.
- Senegalese intending to visit Guinea are required to provide a passport with six months of validity and with atleast two blank pages for stamps on arrival and departure.
- Senegalese intending to visit Guinea are required a proof of hotel accommodation, as well as an international certificate of vaccination.
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Guinea Bissau |
90 days |
Guinea-Bissau has a population of some 1,815,698 people and is known for its ancient Portuguese ruins, ultra-fresh seafood, and polyrhythmic musi... |
- Senegal citizens visiting Guinea-Bissau are not required to apply for a visa and they can stay there for at least 90 days as decided by the embassy.
- Visitors are required to possess a passport with a validity of at least another 90 days from the date of arrival.
- Visitors must provide at least one blank page of their passports for visa stamps.
- Facilities for Electronic visa is also available for Senegal passport holders.
- To bring in pets, visitors should obtain a veterinarian certificate.
- There are no restrictions on possessing local or foreign currencies at entry or exit.
- Visitors are not required to pay any airport tax upon their departure from the airport.
- Tourists are required to have a return or onward ticket and proof of enough funds to spend during their stay.
- In Guinea-Bissau, the power plugs and sockets are of type C. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- Guinea-Bissau currently uses the Greenwich Mean Time zone (GMT) hence, there is no time difference between Senegal and Guinea-Bissau.
- The estimated flight time from Dakar, Senegal to Guinea-Bissau is 1 hour.
- Transport in Guinea-Bissau is made mainly by water, the road transport system is only secondary because roadways are unpaved.
- Guinea-Bissau adopts West African CFA franc also known as a peso.
- The official language of Guinea-Bissau is Portuguese which is widely spoken by 91% of the population.
- A typical Guinean dish consists of rice and fish, which are abundant and relatively cheap throughout the country. Plates that contain beef, chicken, pork, and goat meat are also on hand, often served or seasoned with different kinds of sauces, (peanut is common), palm oil and vegetables.
- Guinea-Bissau is a tropical country on West Africa’s Atlantic coast that’s known for national parks and wildlife.
- Islam is the most popular religion in Guinea-Bissau with Muslims accounting for 45% of the total population of the country. About 22% of the country's population are Christians while 31% adhere to the traditional African beliefs.
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Haiti |
90 days |
Haiti is home to over 10 million people, the final resting place of Christopher Columbus; where cocks get high on rum. |
- Senegalese intending to visit Haiti can stay for a duration of 90 days without a visa.
- Senegalese intending to visit Haiti must have a return/onward ticket.
- Senegalese intending to visit Haiti are required to provide a passport with six months of validity and with atleast two blank pages for stamps on arrival and departure.
- Senegalese intending to visit Haiti are required to provide a proof of hotel accommodation, as well as an international certificate of vaccination.
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Indonesia |
30 days |
Indonesia is a country of some 240 million people. It is known for its several islands, its active volcanoes, and for being the home of the last of th... |
- Senegalese intending to visit Indonesia can stay for a duration of 30 days without a visa.
- Senegalese intending to visit Indonesia must have a return/onward ticket.
- Senegalese intending to visit Indonesia are required to provide a passport with six months of validity and with atleast two blank pages for stamps on arrival and departure.
- Senegalese intending to visit Indonesia are required to provide a proof of hotel accommodation, as well as an international certificate of vaccination.
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Liberia |
30 days |
Liberia, home to 4.7 million people, is situated on the West coast of Africa, with more than 20 indigenous languages being spoken. |
- Citizens of Senegal are not required to apply for a visa to travel to Liberia for a variable duration of at least 30 days depending on the embassy’s decision.
- Passports of citizens are required to be valid from the time of entry.
- Visitors must provide a Yellow Fever certificate of vaccination at the port of entry.
- Passports of visitors must have at least one blank page available for entry stamps.
- Amendment pages at the back of the passport are not suitable for Liberia entry permits.
- Visitors are not allowed to report not more than $10,000 upon entry and $7,500 on exiting the country
- Computer-generated flight itinerary, clearly showing the applicant’s name, from the airline or a travel agency or copy of airline ticket showing entry and departure from Liberia must be provided.
- Cats and dogs must be accompanied by an import permit issued by the Ministry of Agriculture, a veterinary certificate of good health, and a certificate of vaccination against Rabies issued in the home country.
- Travellers are not required to pay any airport tax upon their departure from the airport.
- Liberia is on the Greenwich Mean Time zone (GMT) hence, there is no time difference between Senegal and Liberia.
- The estimated flight time from Dakar, Senegal to Liberia is 2 hours, 3 minutes.
- In Liberia, the climate is tropical, hot and humid all year round.
- Liberia has a rainy season from May to October due to the African monsoon, and pretty frequent rains in the other months, except in the short dry season that runs from December to February, which is more marked in the north.
- In Liberia, the power plugs and sockets are of type A, B and F. The standard voltage is 120 / 220 V and the standard frequency is 60 / 50 Hz.
- The natural beauty of its landscape and fascinating tribal history and culture of Liberia are its main draws for tourists in the diaspora.
- Liberia is a multilingual country where more than thirty languages are spoken with English as its official language.
- A vast majority of Liberia's population practices Christianity with Muslims comprising 12.2% of the population largely by the Mandingo and Vai ethnic groups.
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Malaysia |
30 days |
Malaysia is a country in south eastern Asia. It is the 44th most populated country in world having a population of over 30 million people. It has its... |
- According to the Malaysian visa policy, Senegal citizens can make a visit without applying for a visa for a stay up to 30 days.
- At least one passport page of visitors will be required for entry stamps.
- Senegal citizens are not required to provide any certificate of vaccination to visit Malaysia.
- The passport of citizens must be valid for six months beyond the date of arrival.
- Travellers are allowed free export of moderate amounts of tobacco products and alcoholic drinks.
- Children aged 15 years old and younger may be added to the passport of an adult in their company.
- Entry is denied to foreign women in a late stage of pregnancy (six months or more).
- Travellers are required to pay an Airport Tax at the charge of MYR 45.
- Travellers must have enough money (at least USD 500) as well as onward or return tickets.
- Due to the outbreak of swine flu, all travellers to Malaysia are required to fill in a health declaration form handed over by the airlines during the flight.
- Visitors are only allowed to possess currencies up to the equivalent on of $10,000 entry and at departure.
- The estimated flight time from Dakar, Senegal to Malaysia is 16 hours, 43 minutes.
- Malaysia is on the Malaysian Time zone (GMT+8) placing Malaysia 8 hours ahead of Senegal.
- Malaysia is the 66th largest country by land area and It has land borders with Thailand in West Malaysia, and Indonesia and Brunei in East Malaysia.
- Borneo in Malaysia is actually the third largest island in the world and it is shared between Sabah, Sarawak, Brunei, and Indonesia.
- The biggest roundabout in the world is located in Malaysia.
- The Kedah Sultanate in Malaysia is said to be one of the oldest in the world.
- Malaysia’s total highway length is longer than the Earth’s circumference.
- The Sarawak Chamber in the Malaysian Gunung Mulu National Park in Sarawak is famously known as the world’s largest underground cave chamber.
- The Malaysia My Second Home programme that allows foreigners to live in the country on a long-stay visa for up to 10 years has made Malaysia listed as one of the best places to retire to in the world.
- The country has the highest number of women working in the banking industry.
- Malaysia is ranked 19th in the world for its quality roads, quality of port infrastructure and quality of air transport infrastructure but ranked 39th in quality of electricity supply.
- The country has seven international ports, the major one being the Port Klang.
- There are 200 industrial parks along with specialised parks such as Technology Park Malaysia and Kulim Hi-tech park.
- The telecommunication network, although strong in urban areas, is less available to the rural population.
- The major modes of transportation within Malaysia is by road and railways.
- The constitution grants freedom of religion and makes Malaysia an officially secular state while establishing Islam as the "religion of the Federation”.
- The official and national language of Malaysia is Malaysian, a standardised form of the Malay language alongside with the English language.
- Popular sports in Malaysia include association football, badminton, field hockey, bowls, tennis, squash, martial arts, horse riding, sailing and skateboarding.
- Malaysia is one of the world's most popular for coastal tourism. Langkawi and Kedah are the most famous nature island spots in the country.
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Mali |
90 days |
Mali, officially known as the republic of Mali, is populated with over 19.4 million people. It is a landlocked country in West Africa known for its Go... |
- Senegal citizens visiting Mali are not required to obtain any visa for a period of 90days stay duration.
- Passport of visitors must be valid within the duration of stay stipulated in the visa application form.
- Visitors are expected to present a passport with at least one blank page for visa stamps.
- Visitors are required to provide a certificate of Yellow Fever vaccination at entry.
- Visitors with pets must provide an animal health certificate and certificate of vaccination against Rabies on entry
- The estimated flight time from Dakar, Senegal to Mali is 2 hours, 19 minutes.
- Visitors in possession of arms, ammunition and explosives are required to accompany them with a permit authorised by the Customs Department at Bamako, The capital of Mali.
- In Mali, the power plugs and sockets are of type C and E. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- Mali uses the Greenwich Mean Time zone in Mali (GMT), hence, there is no time difference between Senegal and Mali.
- Most of the transportation in Mali consists of cars, planes, and boats.
- Mali adopts the West African CFA franc as its national currency.
- Majority of the Mali inhabitants practice Islam with a few others involved in Christianity and other religions.
- Mali is known to be the eighth-largest country in the African Continent.
- Mali possesses a tropical wet and dry climate yet it is called one of the hottest countries in the world.
- Desert or semi-desert covers about 65 per cent of Mali's total area
- French is the official language and Bambara is the most widely spoken language in the country
- When invited to dinner at someone’s home, it is rude to bring a hostess gift.
- Avoid pointing at people with your index finger, use the whole hand instead.
- Mali is blessed with beautiful natural spots, unique religious landmarks, cultural attractions, and popular historical monuments that attract lots of tourists.
- Some of Mali’s tourist spots are National Park of Mali, the Grand Mosque of Djenné Boucle du Baoulé National Park, The National Museum of Mali, The Bandiagara Cliffs and The Djinguereber Mosque.
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Mauritania |
90 days |
Mauritania is located northeast Africa, it is known to be the eleventh largest sovereign state in Africa. It is populated with over 4.6 million people... |
- Senegal citizens visiting Mauritania are not required to apply for a visa for a period of 90 days.
- Passport of visitors must be valid within the duration of stay stipulated in the visa application form.
- Visitors are expected to present a passport with at least one blank page for visa stamps.
- Visitors are required to provide a certificate of Yellow Fever vaccination at entry.
- There are no currency restrictions on entry or exit from Mauritania.
- Visitors must have return or onward tickets upon entry into the country.
- Visitors are not required to pay any airport tax upon their departure from the airport.
- To bring in sporting guns for a temporary period, a gun and an import license are required and they can be acquired before arrival from the Home Ministry.
- It is prohibited for visitors to possess the local currency on departure.
- Only foreign currencies are allowed up to the equivalent of MRO 10,000 to be taken out of the country.
- Children aged less than 10 years old are allowed to take up to MRO 5,000 out of the country.
- Mauritania is the eleventh largest sovereign state in Africa and is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean to the west.
- Southern Mauritania has a Sahelian climate, Daytime temperatures are warm in most areas for over 6 months of the year, but the nights in Mauritania are always cool.
- The country’s most popular attraction is Banc d’Arguin National Park. This UNESCO World Heritage site is home to one of the world’s largest bird sanctuaries and is an absolute must for bird lovers.
- Rainy season in Mauritania starts from between July to October.
- In Mauritania, the power plugs and sockets are of type C. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- Mauritania uses the Greenwich Mean Time zone (GMT) hence, there is no time difference between Senegal and Mauritania.
- The estimated flight time from Dakar, Senegal to Mauritania is 1 hour, 32 minutes.
- The popular mode of transportation is bush taxis, which travel between towns, as city cabs can be expensive.
- It is possible to rent a vehicle in Mauritania, with most of the car rental agencies located at the airport or in the large cities of Nouakchott, Nouadhibou and Atar.
- Mauritania adopts the Mauritania ouguiya as its national currency. it is symbolised as “OM”.
- The whole population of Mauritania practice Islam.
- Modern Arabic is the official and national language of Mauritania.
- Lying on the back is usually not acceptable for women and lying on the stomach is not acceptable for men.
- No displays of public affection between members of the opposite sex are accepted. Married couples are not allowed to hold hands and it is often difficult to identify husbands and wives because they seldom sit together and never touch.
- Mauritania’s coast is essentially one long sandy beach that is almost devoid of vegetation but supports an astonishingly varied population of birds.
- The Banc d’Arguin National Park is one of Mauritania’s top attractions. It comprises sand-dunes, coastal swamps, small islands and shallow coastal waters.
- The most famous landmark in the capital, Port de Pêche, is a colourful and buzzing boardwalk and fishing port on the west side of Nouakchott.
- During the holy month of Ramadan, drinking or eating in front of Mauritanians is particularly rude.
- The main attractions for most tourists are the desert in Adrar and the Tagant areas around Atar and the ocean in Banc d'Arguin (a natural reserve with dunes ending in the sea, full of millions of birds and protected by UNESCO).
- Mauritania’s Bay of Nouadhibou hides one of the biggest ship centimetres in the world. There are more than 300 wrecks from all nations beached permanently on its shores.
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Morocco |
90 days |
Morocco is known for its over 35,000 people, spectacular desert landscapes, and famed for the Sahara desert. |
- Passports of Senegalese entering Morocco must have at least six months of validity at the time of entry.
- One blank page on passports is required to be made available for entry stamps.
- There are no requirements for any vaccination from Senegalese visitors.
- large quantities of foreign currencies must be declared at entry and it a prohibited to export local Moroccan currency.
- All travellers must report to the nearest police station if they want to stay for a longer period than their visa exemption allows and this must happen within 21 days of arrival.
- It is necessary for all travellers to have enough money to cover the expenses of their visit to Morocco.
- Senegal citizens must have their confirmed round-trip or onward airline tickets or cruise passage tickets.
- Dogs and cats must be accompanied by veterinarian good health certificate which is issued in their home country.
- Visitors are not required to pay any airport tax upon departure from the airport.
- The estimated flight time from Dakar, Senegal to Rabat, Morocco is 3 hours, 29 minutes.
- Morocco is on the Daylight Saving Time which puts Morocco one hour ahead of Senegal.
- In Morocco, the standard voltage is 220 V and the frequency is 50 Hz and the country operates the standard voltage between 220 - 240 V.
- The official languages of Morocco are Berber and a dialect of Arabic known as Darija.
- Toubkal is the tallest mountain of Morocco and the highest peak in North Africa.
- The Karawan mosque in Fez is the oldest University in the world built by Fatima al-Fihri.
- The most well-known Moroccan food is couscous, a dish typically eaten on the Islamic holy day.
- Tarfaya Wind Farm in Morocco is Africa’s largest capacity wind farms
- The second-largest film set in the world is located in Morocco.
- The oldest hominoid in the world was found in Morocco near Safi.
- Morocco is second to Egypt in the Arab world for encouraging friendly relations with Israel.
- Morocco has a Mediterranean climate that is similar to that of southern California with lush forests in the northern and central mountain ranges in the country.
- Morocco is close to Europe and attracts visitors to its beaches.
- Morocco has an excellent road and rail infrastructure that links the major cities and tourist destinations with ports and cities with international airports.
- Islam is the most predominant religion in Morocco with only a few percentages of its population practising Christianity.
- Art and music festivals take place throughout the country during the summer months, among them is the World Sacred Music Festival at Fes.
- In Morocco, pork consumption is forbidden in accordance with Sharia, religious laws of Islam.
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Niger |
30 days |
Niger was named after the Niger River and its capital is Niamey. It is one of the hottest countries in the world and it is known as the “frying pan of... |
- Senegal citizens travelling to Niger are not required to apply for a visa for a variable period of at least 30 days (depending on the Embassy’s decision).
- Passports of visitors must be valid at the time of entry into Niger.
- Visitors are required to have two blank pages on their passport available for entry stamps.
- Two copies of evidence of sufficient funds (at least $500 in a bank account) to support stay in destination such as traveller's cheques or most recent bank statements will be requested at the port of entry into Niger.
- Visitors must provide a computer-generated flight itinerary from the airline or travel agency or copy of airline tickets.
- International certificate of vaccination against yellow fever and Cholera is requested from Senegalese to visit Niger.
- Cats and dogs must be accompanied by a veterinary health certificate which is issued not more than 3 days before the date of departure.
- All travellers are not required to pay any airport tax upon departing from the airport.
- Niger possesses a sub-tropical climate, with the majority of the landmass dominated by an arid, desert environment, making the country hot and dry.
- The country of Niger is one of the hottest countries in the world and is famously nicknamed as ‘Frying Pan of the World’.
- Niger is home to one of the world’s largest protected reserves, the Air and Tenere Natural Reserves, which is the refuge for animals like addax, Cheetah, Oryx and the gazelle.
- Niger is a country in the African continent that abounds in wildlife which includes buffaloes, elephants, West African lion, Northwest African cheetah, roan, antelopes and warthogs.
- There are many dinosaurs remain in an area of the Sahara in Niger.
- There are several old cities, towns and villages in the country with well-preserved traditional architecture. Some are abandoned such as Djado and Djaba and now are exotic ruins in the middle of the desert.
- Gobero site in Agadez is the oldest known graveyard in the Sahara, was used already circa 8,000 BC.
- The estimated flight time from Dakar, Senegal to Niamey, Niger is 3 hours, 8 minutes.
- Niger uses the West Africa Standard Time zone GMT+1) which means that Niger is 1 hour ahead of Senegal.
- In Niger, the power plugs and sockets are of type C, D, E and F. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
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Nigeria |
90 days |
Nigeria is known for its 250 ethnic tribes, good music, and the best jollof rice in the world. |
- Senegalese intending to visit Nigeria can stay for a duration of 90 days without a visa.
- Senegalese intending to visit Nigeria must have a return/onward ticket.
- Senegalese intending to visit Nigeria are required to provide a passport with six months of validity and with atleast two blank pages for stamps on arrival and departure.
- Senegalese intending to visit Nigeria are required to provide a proof of hotel accommodation, as well as an international certificate of vaccination.
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Palestinian Territory |
30 days |
The Palestinian territories is populated with over 5 million people, and it is known historical origins, exotic wild flowers and production of olive r... |
- Senegalese intending to visit Palestine can stay for a duration of 90 days without a visa.
- Senegalese intending to visit Palestine must have a return/onward ticket.
- Senegalese intending to visit Palestine are required to provide a passport with six months of validity and with atleast two blank pages for stamps on arrival and departure.
- Senegalese intending to visit Palestine are required to provide a proof of hotel accommodation, as well as an international certificate of vaccination.
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Philippines |
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Philippines is the 12th most populated country in the world with a population of over 108 million people. It is known for its exports of coconuts and... |
- Senegalese intending to visit Philippines can stay for a duration of 30 days without a visa.
- Senegalese intending to visit Philippines must have a return/onward ticket.
- Senegalese intending to visit Philippines are required to provide a passport with six months of validity and with atleast two blank pages for stamps on arrival and departure.
- Senegalese intending to visit Philippines are required to provide a proof of hotel accommodation, as well as an international certificate of vaccination.
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Sierra Leone |
90 days |
Sierra Leone is a home to over seven million people and its capital and largest city is Freetown. The country experienced civil war for 11... |
- Senegal citizens visiting Sierra Leone can do so without making applications for a visa if they intend to stay for at least 30 days as determined by the embassy.
- Passports of visitors must be valid for 6 months beyond arrival into Sierra Leone.
- Senegal citizens are required to present a certificate of Yellow Fever vaccination upon entry.
- Dogs and cats must be accompanied by an import permit from the Veterinary Department as well as an additional certificate of vaccination against rabies and a health certificate in English.
- Visitors are allowed up to $10,000 equivalent upon entry but there are no restrictions on currencies upon exit.
- Computer-generated flight itinerary from the airline or a travel agency or copy of airline ticket showing entry and departure from Sierra Leone.
- Evidence of sufficient funds to support stay in destination such as pay stubs, traveler's checks, and/or most recent bank statement.
- Senegal citizens departing from Sierra Leone are required to pay a traveller service charge of USD 40.
- The climate of Sierra Leone is tropical with two seasons determining the agricultural cycle- the rainy season from May to November, and a dry season from December to May.
- There are a number of systems of transport in Sierra Leone, which has a road, air and water infrastructure, including a network of highways and several airports.
- The estimated flight time from Dakar, Senegal to Lungi, Sierra Leone is 1 hour, 30 minutes.
- In Sierra Leone, the power plugs and sockets are of type D and G. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- Although Sierra Leone is officially a secular state, Islam and Christianity are the two main religions in the country.
- The Loma Mountains, Tiwai Island, Lake Sonfon and Tingi Hills Forest reserve are just a few of the main tourist attractions in Sierra Leone.
- This country houses the most amazing natural resources and has since long relied on mining, especially of diamonds, for its economic sustenance.
- Sierra Leone also known as “the little jewel” in West Africa is blessed with a fusion of different cultures, religions and races.
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Singapore |
30 days |
The Republic of Singapore is a city-state and an island country with a population of about 5 million people and the fastest walkers in the world. |
- Senegalese intending to visit Singapore can stay for a duration of 30 days without a visa.
- Senegalese intending to visit Singapore must have a return/onward ticket.
- Senegalese intending to visit Singapore are required to provide a passport with six months of validity and with atleast two blank pages for stamps on arrival and departure.
- Senegalese intending to visit Singapore are required to provide a proof of hotel accommodation, as well as an international certificate of vaccination.
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Saint Vincent and the Grenadines |
30 days |
St. Vincent and the Grenadines is made up of 32 islands and cays in the West Indies, known for seductive waters and rare parrots. |
- Senegalese intending to visit St Vincent and the grenadines can stay for a duration of 30 days without a visa.
- Senegalese intending to visit St Vincent and the grenadines must have a return/onward ticket.
- Senegalese intending to visit St Vincent and the grenadines are required to provide a passport with six months of validity and with atleast two blank pages for stamps on arrival and departure.
- Senegalese intending to visit St Vincent and the grenadines are required to provide a proof of hotel accommodation, as well as an international certificate of vaccination.
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Togo |
90 days |
Togo is a country of 7 million people known for being one of the major slave trade centres in historic times, for its French colonial history, an... |
- Senegalese intending to visit Togo can stay for a duration of 90 days without a visa.
- Senegalese intending to visit Togo must have a return/onward ticket.
- Senegalese intending to visit Togo are required to provide a passport with six months of validity and with atleast two blank pages for stamps on arrival and departure.
- Senegalese intending to visit Togo are required a proof of hotel accommodation, as well as an international certificate of vaccination.
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Tunisia |
90 days |
Tunisia is known for being one of the world's premier areas of Olive cultivation, for its great beaches, and for being a popular location for some of... |
- Senegalese intending to visit Tunisia can stay for a duration of 90 days without a visa.
- Senegalese intending to visit Tunisia must have a return/onward ticket.
- Senegalese intending to visit Tunisia are required to provide a passport with six months of validity and with atleast two blank pages for stamps on arrival and departure.
- Senegalese intending to visit Tunisia are required to provide a proof of hotel accommodation, as well as an international certificate of vaccination.
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Micronesia |
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- Visitors from Senegal can enter Micronesia without applying for a visa for a duration of 30 days.
- The passport of visitors must be valid within the duration of stay.
- Visitors are expected to present a passport with at least one blank page for entry stamps.
- A valid international certificate of vaccination against Smallpox, Yellow Fever and Cholera is required for visitors.
- Dogs and cats must be accompanied by a veterinary certificate of good health issued in their home country.
- Visitors are required to declare amounts equivalent to $10,000 or above upon entry.
- Drinking or being drunk in the public is considered a felony in Micronesia.
- Children aged less than 18 years old must have an authenticated letter that is issued by their parent(s) or legal guardian(s) on entering or departing from Micronesia.
- There is no public transportation, taxis are run by private individuals who make no provision for people with mobility issues.
- The estimated flight time from Dakar, Senegal to the Federated States of Micronesia is 22 hours, 20 minutes.
- The Federated States of Micronesia is on the Ponape Time zone in Palikir (GMT+11) which puts the Federated States of Micronesia is 11 hours ahead of Senegal.
- Micronesia has a tropical marine climate moderated by seasonal northeast winds because the majority of the islands that form Micronesia are either volcanic islands or coral atolls.
- The dry season runs from December or January to June and the rainy season from July to November or December.
- The country is known for palm-shaded beaches, wreck-filled dives and ancient ruins, including Nan Madol, sunken basalt temples and burial vaults that extend out of a lagoon on Pohnpei.
- The tourist industry consists mainly of scuba divers that come to see coral reefs, do wall dives and visit sunken ships from World War II.
- It is possible for any citizen staying for no more than 30 days to extend his/her visit at the discretion of the Immigration Office provided he/she is coming for tourism or as a visitor.
- It is possible to extend this period by applying to the Immigration Department.
- There are no restrictions on importing gift articles valued up to XCD 250, 1.14 litres of alcoholic drinks are allowed only to travellers aged 17 years old and more and approximately 6 ounces (168 grammes) of perfume, 50 cigars or 200 cigarettes is allowed only to travellers aged 17 years old and more.
- Micronesian cuisine consists of local foods such as cassava taro, potato, fish and pork.
- The Micronesians are predominantly Christians and are lovers of their cultural myths and traditions.
- The English language is the country’s official language and largely spoken by a majority of its population.
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