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TokelauSenegal: Visa required

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Do New Zealand passport holders need a visa for Senegal?

Visa required

Yes. New Zealand passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Senegal.

A visa must be obtained in advance, typically from an embassy or consulate, before travel.

Tokelau does not issue its own passport; residents travel on a New Zealand passport. See the New Zealand passport.

Source: diplomatie.gouv.sn (checked July 20, 2026).

    RequirementVisa required
    Maximum stayLength of stay varies
    ScopeTourism, ordinary passport
    Action before travelYes, arrange in advance
    Data as of2026-10-19
    Visa-free access to Senegal97 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Senegal passport holders visiting Tokelau: Visa required.

Senegal drives on the right, the opposite side to Tokelau. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

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Frequently asked questions

Do New Zealand passport holders need a visa for Senegal?

Yes. New Zealand passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Senegal.

What currency is used in Senegal?

West African CFA franc (XOF).

What is the emergency number in Senegal?

17 / 18.

Does Senegal drive on the same side of the road as Tokelau?

Senegal drives on the right, the opposite side to Tokelau. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

What time zone is Senegal in?

Dakar (UTC+0).

What is the nearest airport to Dakar?

Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS), about 43 km away.

How many countries can enter Senegal without a visa?

97 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Senegal visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

What nearby countries can New Zealand passport holders visit without a visa instead of Senegal?

Cape Verde, Sierra Leone, Liberia, Portugal, Spain.

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.