Senegal visa requirements for Indians

Travel and visa requirements

Senegalese Visa is not required for Indians

Stay Duration: 90 days

Entry Requirements

  • Senegal permits Indian nationals to visit the country for 90 days without a visa.
  • As an Indian citizen visiting Senegal and want to stay beyond the 90 valid days, you should apply for an extension at the Immigration Department in Senegal.
  • Your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from the date of arrival in Senegal. The passport should have at least two blank pages for visa stamping.
  • Travellers under the age of 18 must show a copy of their birth certificate and travel authorization from their parents or guardians.
  • Travellers to Senegal must provide proof of confirmed means of accommodation for their entire stay in Senegal. This could be in the form of a hotel reservation or a sponsor letter from a host living in Senegal.
  • Tourists are also required to provide proof of enough funds to spend during their stay in the country.
  • If you are going to be visiting Senegal with pets you must possess a health certificate and proof of rabies vaccination no more than 30 days prior to arrival. Also, pets must enter Senegal via Léopold Sédar Senghor International Airport. 
  • On entry and exit, Indian tourist with amounts above XOF 20,000 will be required to declare it.
  • Proof of yellow fever vaccination will be requested from you to provide.
  • The estimated flight time from Delhi, India to Dakar, Senegal is 14 hours, 35 minutes. 
  • West African CFA franc is the official currency used in Senegal. Visitors can exchange their foreign currency at various banks and exchange outlets in the country.
  • Senegal is a multilingual country, with about 36 languages being spoken in the country. The official language of Senegal is French. However, Wolof is the most widely spoken language in the country.
  • About 94% of the Senegalese population are Muslims, mainly Sunni Muslims. Christians and other indigenous faith are the minority religion in the country.
  • Djoudj National Bird Sanctuary, Saloum Delta National Park, House of Slaves and IFAN Museum of African Arts are some of the tourist destinations in Senegal.
  • Bassi-salté, sombi, maafe and chere are some delicacies tourists can try while in Senegal.
  • You are to budget at least $45USD to cover daily expenses while in the country.
  • Senegal has a Tropical climate, with a hot and humid rainy season from May to November, and a dry season December to April dominated by hot, dry, harmattan wind. 
  • Visitors can move around in Senegal with minibuses, taxis, boats, trains and buses.
  • The power and socket plug used in Senegal are of Type C, D, E and K. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz. It is advisable for you to always travel with your electronic adapter when traveling.
  • Tourists are advised to be cautious as they go about their tourist-related activities.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are some delicacies eaten in Senegal?

Bassi-salté, sombi, maafe and chere are some of the delicacies tourists can try while in Senegal.

Where are the places for me to visit if I travelled to Senegal on tourism?

Djoudj National Bird Sanctuary, Saloum Delta National Park, House of Slaves and IFAN Museum of African Arts are some of the top tourist destinations in Senegal.

What is the standard voltage in Senegal?

The power and socket plug used in Senegal are of Type C, D, E and K. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz. It is advisable that you always travel with your electronic adapter when travelling.

What is the major religion practised in Senegal?

About 94% of the Senegalese population are Muslims, mainly Sunni Muslims. Christianity and other indigenous faith are the minority religion in the country.