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Senegal Visa for Pakistan Citizens 2026

Visa on Arrival

Pakistani citizens can obtain a visa on arrival at Dakar's Blaise Diagne International Airport, or pre-register online through the official visasenegal.sn portal before travel to speed up entry.

Guide last updated October 20, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry
  • Confirmed return or onward ticket
  • Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or host address)
  • Proof of sufficient funds for the stay
  • Yellow fever vaccination certificate, mandatory for entry into Senegal
  • One passport-size photo recommended for the arrival form
  • Travel health insurance recommended but not mandatory

Visa types

  • Visa on arrival (short-stay): single entry, up to 30 days, for tourism or family visits
  • Online pre-registered visa via visasenegal.sn: same 30-day validity, processed before travel to reduce airport queue time
  • Business visa: single entry, up to 30 days, requires a company invitation letter, obtainable on arrival or online
  • Multiple-entry visa: available for frequent travelers, requires additional documentation and prior application

Visa on arrival

  • Available at Blaise Diagne International Airport (Dakar) and designated land/sea border posts
  • Present passport, yellow fever certificate, return ticket, and accommodation proof at the immigration desk
  • Officers issue a 30-day visa stamp after a short review, typically within 20-40 minutes
  • Travelers who pre-register online at visasenegal.sn receive a reference number that speeds up the counter process
  • Payment at the counter is accepted in CFA francs or major foreign currency

Fees & processing time

  • Visa on arrival fee: approximately XOF 50,000 (about USD 85) for a single-entry 30-day visa
  • Online pre-registration fee: a similar amount, paid by card during the online step, with arrival processing reduced to a few minutes
  • No separate service-center fee since issuance is handled directly by immigration or the official portal
  • Processing on arrival: same day; online pre-registration: 24-72 hours for confirmation before travel

Tips for Pakistan travelers

  • Pre-register online at visasenegal.sn at least a few days before travel to avoid long queues at Dakar airport
  • Always carry the yellow fever certificate, since entry can be refused without it
  • Confirm current exchange rates before travel if planning to pay the visa fee at the airport in foreign currency
  • Keep a copy of the hotel booking and return ticket readily accessible for the immigration desk
  • Extensions beyond 30 days should be requested at the Senegalese immigration department in Dakar before the visa expires

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

This guide is for information only. Visa policies change without notice. Travel Visa Stack is not an immigration authority. Always verify with official government or embassy sources before making travel plans.