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Gambia embassy & consulates in Tanzania

Visa-free · 90 days$1,150/moSOS 114Updated Nov 9, 2026
Quick answer

Gambia has no resident embassy or consulate in Tanzania on record. The nearest Gambia mission is in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, about 1,720 km away.

Entry rules for Gambia passport holders → Tanzania:Visa-free· 90 days
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Gambia missions in Tanzania

Gambia has no resident embassy or consulate in Tanzania on record. The nearest Gambia mission is in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, about 1,720 km away.

Entry rules for Gambia passport holders

TanzaniaVisa-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: Gambia → Tanzania

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?
Consular legalisation required
Gambia → Tanzania
Driving licence abroad
No shared convention. Check local rules: a local licence or official translation may be required.
Gambia → Tanzania

Applying for a visa? Tanzania missions in Gambia

No Tanzania mission in Gambia on record.

Frequently asked questions

Is there an embassy of Gambia in Tanzania?

No. Gambia has no resident embassy or consulate in Tanzania on record. The nearest Gambia mission is in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, about 1,720 km away.

Do citizens of Gambia need a visa for Tanzania?

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

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

Report the loss to the local police (emergency: 114), then contact the Gambia embassy or consulate in Tanzania for an emergency travel document. Bring ID copies and a police report.