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Traveling to Senegal
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February 19, 2018

Senegal no longer requires visas for U.S. citizens for stays of fewer than 90 days. For longer stays, U.S. travelers should obtain visas directly at either the Senegalese Embassy in Washington, D.C., or the Senegalese Consulate in New York City prior to travel. As entry requirements are subject to change, travelers should obtain the latest information from the Embassy of Senegal, 2215 M Street, NW, Washington, D.C. 20037, telephone (202) 234-0540. Overseas inquiries should be made at the nearest Senegalese embassy or consulate.

For COVID-19 related travel requirements to Senegal please see our COVID-19 information page.

Americans without Internet access may register in person at the nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate.

Travel Information for Senegal and Guinea-Bissau

For information on travel in Senegal, see the Department of State’s Consular Information Sheet.

For information on travel in Guinea-Bissau, see the Department of State’s Consular Information Sheet.

For specific information on traveling to Senegal and Guinea-Bissau, please visit the following links:

Up-to-date information on safety and security is available by calling 1-888-407-4747 toll free in the U.S. and Canada, or for callers in other countries, a regular toll-line at 1-202-501-4444.  These numbers are available from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays).

General Travel Information

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