Gambian visa for U.S. citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for U.S. passport holders visiting Gambia for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For U.S. citizens to enter Gambia for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Gambia e-visa for U.S. citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Gambia visa on arrival for U.S. citizens | Not Available | |
Gambia tourist visa requirements:
- Holding U.S. passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Gambia.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Gambia.
If you are looking for Gambia visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from United States, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Gambia nearest your place of residence.
- Washington: The Embassy of Gambia in Washington, United States (Working hours: Open now. Close in 5 hours 40 minutes)
Gambia visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Gambia diplomatic mission offices to United States for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from United States traveling to Gambia from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (United States) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 4,260 | N/A |
| 2009 | 3,936 | -7.61% |
| 2010 | 4,017 | 2.06% |
| 2011 | 3,936 | -2.02% |
| 2012 | 4,058 | 3.10% |
| 2013 | 4,139 | 2.00% |
| 2014 | 3,855 | -6.86% |
| 2015 | 3,936 | 2.10% |
| 2016 | 4,179 | 6.17% |
| 2017 | 3,976 | -4.86% |
| 2018 | 3,936 | -1.01% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Gambia & United States comparison
Gambia's area is approximately 10,120 km2 (3,907 sq mi), while the area of United States is approximately 9,147,420 km2 (3,531,837 sq mi). This means United States is 903.90 times bigger than Gambia.
As of April 2024, Gambia's population is ~2.7 million people - 336,113,445 fewer people than the population of United States.
We have highlighted Gambia & United States’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Gambia | United States | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 2,700,868 | 338,814,313 | 336.1 million fewer people live in Gambia than United States |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 28 | 273 | Gambia has 245 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with United States. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 45 | 134 | Gambia passport holders visit 89 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 18 | 1147 | Gambian hosts 1129 fewer foreign missions than United States. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from United States travel to Gambia in one year?
The number of visitors from United States visiting Gambia in 2018 was approximately 3,936.
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