BeninGambia: Visa-free
Benin
Gambia
Do Benin passport holders need a visa for Gambia?
Visa-free
No. Benin passport holders do not need a visa to visit Gambia for tourism for stays of up to 3 months.
No visa is required for a short tourist stay. Travel on a valid passport alone.
Source: gambia.gov.gm (checked July 18, 2026).
Travelling the other way? Gambia passport holders visiting Benin: Visa-free.
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Frequently asked questions
Do Benin passport holders need a visa for Gambia?
No. Benin passport holders do not need a visa to visit Gambia for tourism for stays of up to 3 months.
How long can Benin citizens stay in Gambia without a visa?
Up to 3 months, for tourism, ordinary passport.
How far is Gambia from Benin?
About 2,242 km in a straight line, roughly ~3h 8m nonstop by air.
What currency is used in Gambia?
dalasi (GMD).
What is the emergency number in Gambia?
112 / 116 / 118.
What time zone is Gambia in?
Banjul (UTC+0).
What is the nearest airport to Banjul?
Banjul International Airport (BJL), about 14 km away.
How many countries can enter Gambia without a visa?
54 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Gambia visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.
Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.