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Do Gambia citizens need a visa for Saudi Arabia?

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

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Gambia vs Saudi Arabia: passport comparison

Gambia

43

visa-free countries

Global rank: #132 · mobility 87.5

Saudi Arabia

55

visa-free countries

Global rank: #102 · mobility 104.6
15

countries both Gambia and Saudi Arabia can enter visa-free together

Gambia + Saudi Arabia: passport compatibility

59%

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

Where Gambia and Saudi Arabia travel together — by entry type:

15 both visa-free
16 both visa on arrival
20 both e-visa / eTA
66 both need a visa
80 access differs

Where Gambia and Saudi Arabia 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 (15)

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
Botswana 90 days #119
Dominica 21 days #70
Haiti 90 days #175
Kiribati 90 days #84
Malaysia 30 days #41
Mauritius 90 days #66
Micronesia 30 days #89
Philippines 30 days #128
Saint Kitts and Nevis 90 days #54
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines 90 days #56
Seychelles 90 days #58
Singapore 30 days #12
Tunisia 90 days #131
Vanuatu 120 days #105

How the entry rule changed: Gambia → Saudi Arabia

We keep our own archive of visa-rule snapshots and diff them against each other. Here is what changed over the observed period.

The Gambia → Saudi Arabia rule itself held steady over the observed period. The context around it did move:

2passports gained easier entry to Saudi Arabia
0passports saw Saudi Arabia tighten its rules
1rule changes for the Gambia passport, 1 of them easing
July 2024 — June 2026our archive observation window

Comparison is built from our own dataset snapshots; the date marks when we recorded the change, not the official decision date. See all changes →

Saudi Arabia: good to know

Riyadh

Capital

Saudi Riyal (SAR)

Currency

Arabia Standard Time (UTC+3)

Time zone

+966

Calling code

A, B, F, G

Power plug

230V / 60Hz

Voltage

Right-hand

Driving side

Where else Gambia goes visa-free

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Documents you'll usually need for Saudi Arabia

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 Saudi Arabia?
Gambia citizens need a visa to enter Saudi Arabia. Apply in advance at an embassy or visa centre.
Which passport is stronger — Gambia or Saudi Arabia?
The Saudi Arabia passport is stronger: 55 visa-free countries versus 43. Global rank: Gambia #132, Saudi Arabia #102.
Where can Gambia and Saudi Arabia citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 15 of the same countries.
What documents do I need for Saudi Arabia?
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 Saudi Arabia?
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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