🇬🇲 Gambia · Employer-sponsored work

Expatriate Quota — requirements, costs & how to apply

Official source Updated 2026-06-24 · Government page ↗

Who is eligible

Minimum monthly income€1,046
Minimum annual salaryGMD 14,400
Proof of savings€4,359
Minimum investment€17,436
Job offerRequired
Employer sponsorRequired
Health insuranceRequired (valid in-country)
Age range18–40

Costs

Application / consular fee€131

Duration & renewal

Initial stay: 24 months. Does not lead directly to permanent residence.

Who can apply

Open to all nationalities.

How to apply

  1. Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
  2. Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://gid.gov.gm/residential-permit.
  3. Typical processing: ~30 days.

Frequently asked

How much income do I need?

You must show €1,046.

Does this visa lead to permanent residence?

No — it does not lead directly to permanent residence.

Do I need health insurance?

Yes — valid health insurance in the country is required.

Sources & verification

Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.

Minimum monthly income
Minimum annual salary

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https://gid.gov.gm · verified 2026-06-19
Proof of savings
Minimum investment
Job offer
Employer sponsor
Health insurance

“Health insurance is a requirement for expatriates in Gambia.”

https://gid.gov.gm · verified 2026-06-24
Age range
Application fee
No direct PR path

“Permit B ... is issued to persons who intend, upon admission, to live, reside and work in the Gambia. As such it is issued, upon application and approval to businesspersons, expatriates, unskilled workers and other professionals who get paid for livelihood.”

Open to all nationalities

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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-24.

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