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France embassy & consulates in Senegal

Visa-free · 90 days$1,750/moSOS 18Updated Nov 9, 2026
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France has 3 diplomatic mission(s) in Senegal: Embassy (Dakar), Consulate General, Consulate.

Entry rules for France passport holders → Senegal:Visa-free· 90 days
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France missions in Senegal

EmbassyDakar

Embassy of France, Dakar

Data completeness75%
Address
1 rue El Hadji Amadou Assane Ndoye, Dakar
Website
sn.ambafrance.org
Opening hours
Not yet verified
Also covers
Gambia
Schengen visa statistics at this consulate
Year 2025
Applications
35,242
Visas issued
19,358
Refused
16,513
Refusal rate
46%
Multiple-entry share: 36%
Source: European Commission, visa statistics for consulates
DirectionsOfficial site
Suggest a correction
Source: Wikidata Q2841686 · OpenStreetMapRecord updated: Jun 23, 2025
Consulate General

consulat général de France à Dakar

Data completeness25%
Opening hours
Not yet verified
Schengen visa statistics at this consulate
Year 2025
Applications
35,242
Visas issued
19,358
Refused
16,513
Refusal rate
46%
Multiple-entry share: 36%
Source: European Commission, visa statistics for consulates
Directions
Suggest a correction
Source: Wikidata Q73412090Record updated: Oct 10, 2025
Consulate

Consulat de France

Data completeness15%
Opening hours
Not yet verified
Schengen visa statistics at this consulate
Year 2025
Applications
35,242
Visas issued
19,358
Refused
16,513
Refusal rate
46%
Multiple-entry share: 36%
Source: European Commission, visa statistics for consulates
Directions
Suggest a correction
Source: OpenStreetMap

Entry rules for France passport holders

SenegalVisa-free· 90 days

Visa rules change often. Always confirm with the official embassy or government site before you travel. Source: Passport Index dataset (MIT), refreshed Nov 9, 2026.

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Document checklist: France → Senegal

General guidance for a short trip. Requirements change, so confirm with the official sources linked below.

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months after your trip, with 2 blank pages.
  • You can stay up to 90 days without a visa.
  • Return or onward ticket.
  • Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation).
  • Proof of sufficient funds (bank statements of the last 3–6 months).
  • Travel medical insurance for the whole stay.

Only use the official government portal. Many look-alike sites charge extra.

Apostille or legalisation?
Apostille is enough
France → Senegal
Driving licence abroad
Carry an IDP (1968 Vienna format) with your national licence.
France → Senegal

Applying for a visa? Senegal missions in France

  • Embassy of Senegal, ParisEmbassy · Paris · +33147053945See all
  • Consulate General · BordeauxConsulate General · Bordeaux · +33 5 56 32 62 87See all
  • Consulate general of Senegal in ParisConsulate General · ParisSee all
  • Senegalese Consulate, LyonConsulate General · 6th arrondissement of Lyon · +33 4 72 24 96 61See all
  • Consulate General · MarseilleConsulate General · MarseilleSee all
  • Consulate · RouenConsulate · RouenSee all
  • Consulate of SenegalHonorary Consulate · +33 3 83232525See all

Frequently asked questions

Is there an embassy of France in Senegal?

Yes. France has 3 diplomatic mission(s) in Senegal: Embassy (Dakar), Consulate General, Consulate.

Where is the France embassy in Senegal?

The France embassy in Senegal is located at 1 rue El Hadji Amadou Assane Ndoye, Dakar.

Do citizens of France need a visa for Senegal?

Visa-free (90 days). Visa rules change often. Always confirm with the official embassy or government site before you travel.

How do I contact the France embassy in Senegal?

Phone: —. Email: —. Website: https://sn.ambafrance.org/.

Does France have consulates in Senegal?

Yes: Consulate General, Consulate.

What should I do if I lose my passport in Senegal?

Report the loss to the local police (emergency: 18), then contact the France embassy or consulate in Senegal for an emergency travel document. Bring ID copies and a police report.

What are the opening hours?

Hours vary and are not yet verified for this mission. Call ahead or check the official website.