Senegal travel guide for Britons

UK passport holders may stay in Senegal visa‑free for up to 90 days for tourism or business. The passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the intended departure date. If you need a longer stay, a tourist visa (single‑entry) can be obtained from the Senegalese embassy in Paris or via an online e‑visa portal; fees are around 30 USD (≈£24) and processing takes 3‑5 business days.

All arrivals must present a completed health declaration form (available at the airport) and may be asked for proof of sufficient funds (about 50 USD per day).

The United Kingdom does not have an embassy in Senegal; the British High Commission in Abuja, Nigeria, provides consular assistance to UK nationals in Senegal.

A typical 10‑day itinerary (3 nights Dakar, 2 nights Saint‑Louis, 2 nights Sine‑Saloum, transport and meals) costs roughly:

• Flights from London to Dakar (return): £450‑£650, depending on airline and season.

• Mid‑range accommodation: £30‑£50 per night.

• Meals: £10‑£15 per day.

• Domestic transport (car with driver, fuel, ferry to Gorée): £150‑£200 total.

Overall budget: £1,200‑£1,600 per person (check current rates).

Direct flights from London (Heathrow or Gatwick) to Dakar’s Blaise Diagne International Airport take about 5 hours 30 minutes. Senegal is on GMT (UTC+0) year‑round, the same as the UK outside British Summer Time; during UK DST there is a 1‑hour difference.

Senegal uses plug types C, D, E and K with a standard voltage of 230 V and frequency 50 Hz. UK travellers should bring a universal travel adapter and, if their devices are not dual‑voltage, a voltage converter.

Tipping is not obligatory but appreciated. Round up bills or leave 500‑1,000 XOF (≈£2‑£4) for small services such as restaurant wait staff, taxi drivers, and hotel housekeeping.

Police: 17

Fire: 18

Medical (SAMU): 1515

Britons do not need a visa for stays up to 90 days; apply for a visa only if you plan a longer stay or work. Check the UK foreign travel advice before you travel.