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Do Gambia citizens need a visa for Egypt?

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Gambia citizens need a visa to enter Egypt. Apply in advance at an embassy or visa centre.

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Gambia vs Egypt: passport comparison

Gambia

43

visa-free countries

Global rank: #132 · mobility 87.5

Egypt

20

visa-free countries

Global rank: #166 · mobility 75.8
14

countries both Gambia and Egypt can enter visa-free together

Gambia + Egypt: passport compatibility

74%

of the world — where both passports have the same visa access

Where Gambia and Egypt travel together — by entry type:

14 both visa-free
16 both visa on arrival
31 both e-visa / eTA
84 both need a visa
52 access differs

Where Gambia and Egypt can travel visa-free together

Travelling as a pair with two different passports? Here is the full list of countries where BOTH of you can enter without a prior visa — plus where your access differs.

Both visa-free (14)

Sort by max stay or the destination's passport strength (tap a header), and filter by region.

Country Max stay Passport rank
Barbados 90 days #48
Benin 90 days #146
Dominica 21 days #70
Guinea 90 days #156
Haiti 90 days #175
Kiribati 90 days #84
Malaysia 30 days #41
Mauritius 90 days #66
Micronesia 30 days #89
Rwanda 30 days #143
Saint Kitts and Nevis 90 days #54
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines 90 days #56
Seychelles 90 days #58
Togo 30 days #155

Only Egypt is visa-free (5)

Egypt: good to know

Cairo

Capital

Egyptian Pound (EGP)

Currency

Eastern European Time (UTC+2)

Time zone

+20

Calling code

C, F

Power plug

220V / 50Hz

Voltage

Right-hand

Driving side

Where else Gambia goes visa-free

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Documents you'll usually need for Egypt

The usual basics for the trip. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy or consulate.

Valid passport

Valid at least 6 more months

Return / onward ticket

Proof you will leave the country

Proof of funds

Enough money for your stay

Accommodation

Hotel booking or an invitation

Travel insurance

Recommended, sometimes required

Visa

Obtained at the embassy in advance

Frequently asked

Do Gambia citizens need a visa for Egypt?
Gambia citizens need a visa to enter Egypt. Apply in advance at an embassy or visa centre.
Which passport is stronger — Gambia or Egypt?
The Gambia passport is stronger: 43 visa-free countries versus 20. Global rank: Gambia #132, Egypt #166.
Where can Gambia and Egypt citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 14 of the same countries.
What documents do I need for Egypt?
Usually: a valid passport (6+ months), a return ticket, proof of funds and accommodation. Plus a visa obtained from the embassy in advance. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy.
Can visa requirements change between Gambia and Egypt?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Jul 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

Gambia passport ranking

Where else the Gambia passport can take you and how it ranks worldwide.

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