🇬🇲 Gambia · General Residence
Non-Gambian ID Card — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Age range | 18–18 |
Duration & renewal
Does not lead directly to permanent residence.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://gid.gov.gm/residential-permit/.
Frequently asked
Does this visa lead to permanent residence?
No — it does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
“The Non-Gambian ID Card is a document issued to nationals of specific countries, including Senegal, Guinea-Bissau, Sierra Leone, and Ivory Coast. This initiative is the result of bilateral cooperation between The Gambia and the aforementioned countries. It provides an opportunity for non-Gambian residents to legally reside and work in The Gambia upon payment of agreed, prescribed fees.”
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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 2026-06-23.