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12MAY International Roots Festival — BanjulBanjul22JUL Revolution Day — The GambiaBanjul15AUG⛪ Assumption Day — The GambiaBanjul

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The Gambia

Everything to have & know before you land in The Gambia.

🧭 Quick facts

1 USD = 75 GMD
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↻ Rate refreshed today · Exchange rate is indicative, updated daily.

🗓️ When it's busiest

Events per month — peak around May.

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Passport ValidityRequired📄 Entry & DocsMust be valid for at least 6 months beyond planned stay
Visa RequirementsRequired📄 Entry & DocsMost nationalities can obtain visa on arrival or online eVisa
Yellow Fever VaccineRequired💉 HealthMandatory vaccination for entry from certain countriesSource · WHO International Travel Vaccination Requirements
Water SafetyRequired💉 HealthAlways drink bottled or boiled water to prevent waterborne diseases
Travel Health InsuranceRecommended💉 HealthComprehensive medical coverage is crucial in rural areas
Last reviewed 2026-07-09. Entry, health and safety rules change — always confirm with official sources (and a travel clinic for vaccines) before you travel.
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Safety & alerts — The Gambia

Trip-readiness signal · indicative only

Level 2

Exercise increased caution

Exercise increased caution in The Gambia due to crime , unrest , and inadequate health infrastructure . Crime Petty street crime and home burglaries happen often in The Gambia. This is most common in the Banjul area and tourist spots. Do not display cash and valuable personal property. Avoid walking alone, including on beaches, in tourist areas, and after dark. Unrest A separatist rebel group oper

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Indicative information aggregated from public sources (U.S. State Dept · GDELT). Always check your government's official travel advisory before travelling. Advisory updated 9/12/2026.