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Do Gambia citizens need a visa for Turkey?

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

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Gambia vs Turkey: passport comparison

Gambia

43

visa-free countries

Global rank: #132 · mobility 87.5

Turkey

70

visa-free countries

Global rank: #94 · mobility 122.7
20

countries both Gambia and Turkey can enter visa-free together

Gambia + Turkey: passport compatibility

54%

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

Where Gambia and Turkey travel together — by entry type:

20 both visa-free
16 both visa on arrival
18 both e-visa / eTA
53 both need a visa
90 access differs

Where Gambia and Turkey 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 (20)

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

Country Max stay Passport rank
Bahamas 90 days #53
Barbados 180 days #48
Belize 90 days #99
Botswana 90 days #119
Dominica 21 days #70
Fiji 120 days #103
Haiti 90 days #175
Jamaica 90 days #100
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
Swaziland 30 days #120
Trinidad and Tobago 90 days #63
Tunisia 90 days #131
Vanuatu 120 days #105

Turkey: good to know

Ankara

Capital

Turkish Lira (TRY)

Currency

Turkey Time (UTC+3)

Time zone

+90

Calling code

C, F

Power plug

230V / 50Hz

Voltage

Right-hand

Driving side

Where else Gambia goes visa-free

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Documents you'll usually need for Turkey

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 Turkey?
Gambia citizens need a visa to enter Turkey. Apply in advance at an embassy or visa centre.
Which passport is stronger — Gambia or Turkey?
The Turkey passport is stronger: 70 visa-free countries versus 43. Global rank: Gambia #132, Turkey #94.
Where can Gambia and Turkey citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 20 of the same countries.
What documents do I need for Turkey?
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 Turkey?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Jul 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

Gambia passport ranking

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