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π¬π² Does a Gambian need a visa for Tajikistan πΉπ―?
Yes. Gambian passport holders need a visa for Tajikistan, applied for at an embassy or consulate of Tajikistan before travelling.
Rule updated from Wikipedia's βVisa requirements for Gambian citizensβ (checked 2026-10-04); the older passport-index dataset (January 2025) listed e-Visa. Entry rules change: confirm with the embassy of Tajikistan or its official government website before you travel.
What this means for your trip
You apply at an embassy, consulate or authorised visa centre of the destination, usually with an application form, passport photos, bank statements, travel itinerary and accommodation bookings.
Processing takes days to weeks, and some embassies require an interview; start the application well before your trip.
Your passport should normally be valid for at least six months beyond your planned departure date and have blank pages for stamps; many countries apply this rule.
Tajikistan at a glance
Capital: Dushanbe Β· Currency: Tajikistani somoni (TJS, Π Π) Β· Official languages: Russian, Tajik Β· Calling code: +992
U.S. State Department travel advisory for Tajikistan: Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution (updated 16 May 2025). It is written for U.S. citizens; read the advisory before you book.
Plugs and voltage
You need a travel adapter: Tajikistan uses plug types C, F, I, the Gambia uses G. Mains voltage differs (Tajikistan: 220 V; the Gambia: 230 V): most phone and laptop chargers accept 100β240 V, but single-voltage devices such as some hair dryers need a converter.
More about entering Tajikistan β
Easier destinations near Tajikistan for Gambian passport holders
- π°πΏ Kazakhstan β e-Visa
- π°π¬ Kyrgyzstan β e-Visa
- π§π© Bangladesh β Visa-free 90 days
- π²πΎ Malaysia β Visa-free 30 days
- π΅π Philippines β Visa-free 30 days
- πΈπ¬ Singapore β Visa-free 30 days
- π΅π° Pakistan β ETA required
The other way round
πΉπ― Tadzhik passport holders visiting the Gambia: Tadzhik passport holders can visit the Gambia without a visa for up to 90 days.
The Gambian passport at a glance
All destinations for Gambia passport holders β Β· Who needs a visa for Tajikistan β
Questions
Do Gambian citizens need a visa for Tajikistan?
Gambian passport holders need a visa for Tajikistan, applied for at an embassy or consulate of Tajikistan before travelling.
Does a Tadzhik need a visa for the Gambia?
Tadzhik passport holders can visit the Gambia without a visa for up to 90 days.