Senegal
No visa for a stay under 3 months.
No visa for a stay under 3 months.
Before you book
This block covers the standard case stated above. If your situation differs, open the consular source directly.
Passport valid for more than 6 months.
No visa for a stay under 3 months.
Under 3 months visa-free; a resident card is required beyond that.
Vaccines and health
Recommendations depend on age, health, stopovers, regions and season.
- Check yellow fever certificate rules based on origin, transit and areas visited.
- Assess malaria prevention, hepatitis A, typhoid, rabies and meningitis according to the trip.
- Seek advice several weeks before departure and use strict mosquito protection.
Driving locally
An international driving permit is a translation: it never replaces your valid French licence.
A French licence is generally recognised for a short stay. Confirm the allowed period with the rental company and official guidance.
Service-Public · international permit ↗Documents to prepare
- Required identity document and a separate copy
- Authorisation, visa or QR code available offline
- Return ticket and first accommodation address
- Medical insurance and assistance number
- Prescriptions and medicines in original packaging
- French licence and any required supporting permit
What can change the answer
Frequently asked questions
Is a visa or authorisation required?
No visa for a stay under 3 months.
Which vaccines should I consider?
A travel medicine consultation is important: yellow fever, malaria and recommended vaccines depend on the country, transit and itinerary.
Is a French driving licence sufficient?
A French licence is generally recognised for a short stay. Confirm the allowed period with the rental company and official guidance.
When should this information be checked again?
Check once before any non-refundable purchase, then again 48 to 72 hours before departure. The destination authorities and carrier retain the final say.