Senegal for citizens of Ghana

🔑 How to enter to Senegal from Ghana

To enter Senegal, Ghanaian citizens must follow some fairly simple steps. Please note that migration services have the right to request additional documents (return tickets, accommodation reservations and etc.).

1. Before traveling to Senegal, check whether your Ghanaian passport is valid. Passport must be valid for 6 months after entering Senegal and have at least 1 blank page for entry stamp.
2. Show your Ghanaian passport to the immigration officer upon arrival.
3. Getting a visa - an entry stamp in your Ghanaian passport. You are allowed to stay in Senegal for 90 days.

✅ Requirements for Ghanaian citizens to visit Senegal with tourist visa

• Ghanaian citizens should provide valid passport. Passport must be valid at the all time of entry to Senegal. The passport must be a minimum of one blank page for the entry stamp.
• Medical insurance is recommended, as treatment of Ghanaian citizens on the territory of Senegal is carried out on a commercial basis.

❓ FAQ

1. Do citizens of Ghana require a visa to visit the Senegal?

   Ghanaian citizens do not need a visa to visit the Senegal.

2. How long Ghanaian citizens are allowed to stay in Senegal without a visa?

   The maximum duration of stay in Senegal for citizens of Ghana for a visa-free stay is 90 days.

3. What happens if a Ghanaian passport holder stays in Senegal longer than the visa-free period allowed?

   Overstaying visa-free entry to Senegal is punishable by a fine, in case of serious violations a ban on entry to Senegal is possible. It is essential to leave the country before your authorized stay expires or to extend your stay legally if needed.

4. Do citizens of Ghana need to show proof of sufficient funds to enter Senegal without a visa?

   Senegalese immigration authorities may ask for proof of sufficient funds or a return ticket when entering the country without a visa. It is advisable to have these documents with you when traveling.

5. What documents are required for Ghanaian citizens to enter Senegal without a visa?

   Ghanaian citizens need a valid passport with at least six months validity, a return or onward ticket, and proof of sufficient funds to cover their stay in Senegal.

6. Can Ghanaian work or study during the visa-free stay in Senegal?

   The Senegal visa-free stay is usually for tourism purposes only. For working or studying in Senegal Ghanaian citizens usually requires a specific visa, and you should not engage in such activities on a tourist visa-free stay.