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🇬🇲 Does a Gambian need a visa for the United Arab Emirates 🇦🇪?

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.

United Arab Emirates at a glance

Capital: Abu Dhabi · Currency: United Arab Emirates dirham (AED, د.إ) · Official languages: Arabic · Calling code: +971

Plugs and voltage

Your plugs fit: every plug type used in the Gambia (G) works with sockets in the United Arab Emirates. Mains voltage differs (the United Arab Emirates: 220 V; the Gambia: 230 V): most phone and laptop chargers accept 100–240 V, but single-voltage devices such as some hair dryers need a converter.

More about entering the United Arab Emirates →

Your embassy in the United Arab Emirates

If your passport is lost or stolen, or you need help in an emergency in the United Arab Emirates, contact the embassy of the Gambia:

• The Embassy of The Gambia To The United Arab Emirates

Missions from Wikidata (CC0), checked 2026-09-26. Addresses and opening hours change: check the mission's website before you go.

Easier destinations near the United Arab Emirates for Gambian passport holders

• 🇧🇭 Bahrain — e-Visa
• 🇶🇦 Qatar — e-Visa

The other way round

🇦🇪 Emirati passport holders visiting the Gambia: Emirati passport holders can visit the Gambia without a visa for up to 90 days.

The Gambian passport at a glance

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