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Do I need a visa for the Gambia with a Canadian passport?

Short answer
No

No visa required for stays up to 90 days.

What you need

the Gambia at a glance

RegionAfrica
Everyday prices27 on our price index (US = 100)
PowerType G sockets, 230/400 V, 50 Hz

On cost, the Gambia is one of the more affordable places to visit: everyday prices sit at about 27 on a global index where the United States is 100. See how the Gambia compares to 179 countries.

Pack a plug adapter: Canadian devices use Type A/B/NEMA 14-30/NEMA 14-50, but the Gambia uses Type G. Voltage differs too (230/400 V there versus 120/240 V, 120/208 V, 347/600 V at home), so check for a dual-voltage label before plugging in. Full plug and voltage guide for the Gambia.

Common questions

Do Canadian citizens need a visa for the Gambia?

No. No visa required for stays up to 90 days.

How long can a Canadian passport holder stay in the Gambia?

Up to 90 days on this entry type. Longer stays require a different visa category.

Is the visa information on this page official?

No. This is a summary compiled from a public passport-requirement dataset and can lag rule changes. Always confirm with the Gambia's embassy or official immigration portal before you travel.

Nearby destinations for Canadian passport holders

Sorted by distance from the Gambia, useful if your trip covers more than one country.