Gambia Customs Regulations

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Import Regulations

200 cigarettes
50 cigars
250 grams tobacco
1 litre wine
1 litre beer
Up to D1000.00 in other goods

Guns, explosives and ammunition – unless permitted to do so
Knives and deadly weapons
Counterfeit money and goods
Illegal drugs
Pornographic material
Radio-communication equipment not approved for use at destination
Meat, poultry, and many other animal products
Plants, parts thereof, and plant produce including trees and shrubs, potatoes and certain other vegetables, fruit, bulbs, and seeds – unless permitted to do so

A special permit from the Commissioner of the police is required before any firearms or ammunition can be legally imported into the country. Items will be kept by the police until the permit can be issued.
A permit from the Director of Agriculture is needed if importing plants into the country.
All pets will require a veterinarian’s health certificate authorised by the country of origin and will require registration by the Gambian Veterinary Department upon entry into the country.
Motor vehicles being imported will require an Invoice of Purchase, Certificate of Title (displaying Model, Year, Engine Number and Chassis number). Left hand drive vehicles only can be operated in Gambia.

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Export Regulations

No information available

Guns, explosives and ammunition – unless permitted to do so
Knives and deadly weapons
Counterfeit money and goods
Illegal drugs
Pornographic material
Radio-communication equipment not approved for use at destination
Meat, poultry, and many other animal products
Plants, parts thereof, and plant produce including trees and shrubs, potatoes and certain other vegetables, fruit, bulbs, and seeds – unless permitted to do so

No information available

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Health & Security

Basic health information for travelers to Gambia

Basic security information for travelers to Gambia

🩺 Basic Health Information for Travelers to Gambia

A yellow fever vaccination is required if travelling from or through regions where the disease is endemic.
All travellers are strongly advised to obtain a full vaccination against the disease prior to visiting the country. Water in the country should be considered dangerous and thoroughly boiled before being drunk. Swimming in lakes, pools or the sea is not advised owing to the significant risk of disease. Visitors should only swim in chlorinated swimming pools and seek immediate medical attention if required. Milk and other dairy based products should be avoided if unpasteurised. Fruit should be peeled and vegetables cooked prior to being eaten. All fish and meat should also be well cooked and served boiling hot to prevent any chance of contamination. Food served from vendors may be poorly cooked and should be avoided wherever possible.
Food and Water based diseases are present in Gabon including cases of Hepatitis A, E, Bilharzia (schistosomiasis), Cholera and Typhoid. Travellers are advised to obtain all required vaccinations for these diseases prior to beginning their journey and to take care around native sources of food and water.
Malaria is a constant danger and travellers are strongly urged to wear close fitting clothes that expose little skin and to buy plenty of insect repellent for protection. Visitors feeling ill or nauseous may have contracted the disease and are strongly advised to immediately seek out medical aid in case symptoms increase.
HIV and Hepatitis B are endemic to the region and travellers should take all necessary precautions when dealing with bloody needles or when engaging in sexual activity.
Occasional cases of Rabies have been reported throughout the country and travellers should avoid approaching any wild dogs or cats whose bites might contain the disease. If bitten, travellers should immediately clean the wound and seek medical attention to check for signs of infection.
All visitors should take plenty of sunscreen and bottled water for protection against the heat. Hats, scarfs and insect repellent are also advised to help eliminate the risk of infection. Travellers bringing drugs and medicine into the country should make sure that all bottles or containers are well labelled to prevent detainment by the customs department.
Overall medical facilities in Gambia are very limited with some treatments potentially unavailable and emergency services being unpredictable. Travellers are advised to take along any required medication which may be expensive or unavailable in the country. Travel to a nearby country may be required in the event of serious illness or injury. All visitors to the country should obtain full medical insurance prior to beginning their journey.

🛡 Basic Security Information for Travelers to Gambia

Reports of thefts and assaults on tourists have increased in Gambia. Theft from vehicles is also increasing and travellers are strongly advised to keep their passport and other valuables in a safe location throughout their visit and to avoid public displays of wealth or jewellery which might attract unwanted attention.
Visitors to the country should avoid interaction with local inhabitants or “bumsters” offering to show tourists around the country in the hopes of acquiring money or other assistance. Travellers are advised to be polite but decisive in turning down unwanted help or attempts at conversation.
Travellers are also advised to avoid the Casamance region of south western Senegal that remains affected by incidents involving presumed separatist groups and by incidents of banditry. Visitors to the country should take care when travelling anywhere on foot or by car and to keep a copy of their passport with them at all times.
The countries southern region border with Senegal is a potentially dangerous region and travellers are advised to stay away from the area where possible. All travellers heading to the region are advised to check the local news regarding the current political situation in the area before starting their journey. Travellers should avoid any large crowds or demonstrations which could potentially turn violent.
Gambia is an Islamic dominated country and travellers should dress and behave accordingly so as to avoid causing offence and to respect local traditions if visiting during the month of Ramadan. The country has recently announced a zero tolerance policy regarding the import, possession or export of illegal drugs and any foreign offenders caught will be arrested or imprisoned if caught with any illegal materials.
Photographs of important government or military facilities are prohibited and can be removed and destroyed by the security services.
Although Homosexuality is not formally illegal, Gambian government leaders, including the country’s president, have strongly condemned homosexual behaviour throughout the country. Gay or lesbian couples visiting the country should exercise great caution and avoid overt displays of affection which could lead to persecution and arrest.

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Contact Information

For further assistance please contact the Gambian Customs authorities directly. They will provide the latest information about customs regulations and export-import procedures.

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Official Website

www.gra.gm

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Revenue House

78/79 Liberation Avenue