Passport / Visa

Citizens of the following countries can visit Senegal visa-free for a stay of up to 90 days: European Union citizens, Benin, Brazil, Burkina Faso, Canada, Cape Verde, Central African Republic, Congo, Côte d'Ivoire, Djibouti, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, India, Japan, Kenya, Liberia, Malaysia, Mali, Mauritius, Niger, Nigeria, Sierra Leone, Singapore, South Korea, Togo, Tunisia, United States. They need a passport that is valid for at least 3 months from the date of arrival.
Visa for up to 90 days can be obtained upon arrival by citizens of 69 countries and territories including Algeria, Argentina, Australia, Cameroon, China, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic,Egypt, Honduras, Iceland, Israel, Jamaica, Libya, Liechtenstein, Madagascar, Monaco, Namibia, Nepal, New Zealand, Norway, Philippines, Russia, Seychelles, South Africa, Switzerland, Thailand, Turkey, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates and Zimbabwe. They need a passport that is valid for at least 6 months from the date of arrival.
Note that evidence of return or onward travel may have to be presented in order to enter the country. A certificate of vaccination against yellow fever might also be necessary if travelling from endemic countries.
If you're not sure whether or not to apply for a visa, we recommend that you contact the embassy or consulate in your country.

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Best Time to Visit

The best time to visit Dakar is during the dry season, namely from November to May, when the average temperature is around 20°/68°F and rain is basically non-existent. Of course, this is also high season. From June to October it’s wet season, with hot, humid days and frequent rainfall. During this period, you can find good deals and still have a pleasant stay, but note that some business may be closed.

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Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)

The new airport serving the city of Dakar, Senegal, is indeed Blaise Diagne International Airport (IATA code: DSG), which is located about 43 km (27 mi) east of the city center. Blaise Diagne International Airport is a modern and well-equipped facility that opened in 2017 to replace Léopold Sédar Senghor International Airport as the main airport serving Dakar and the surrounding region.

Blaise Diagne International Airport has a single terminal building that serves both domestic and international flights, and offers a range of amenities and services for travelers, including shops, restaurants, and lounges, as well as a number of banks and currency exchange offices. The airport also has a range of transportation options for travelers, including car rentals, taxis, public buses and a train called Train Express Regional (TER).

Address: Aéroport international Blaise Diagne, Ndiass, Senegal

Email: contact@dakaraeroport.com

Phone: +221 33 939 59 00

Website: www.dakaraeroport.com

More Information: The airport was named after Blaise Diagne, the first black African elected to France's parliament in 1914

Public Transport

Dakar's public bus system is called Dakar Dem Dikk. It is relatively reliable and very affordable, but the bus network can be very difficult to figure out if you're not already familiar with it. Be sure to ask a local if you're not sure which bus to take to get where you're going.

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Website: www.demdikk.com

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Taxi

Taxis are ubiquitous in Dakar and can be flagged down anywhere. They are fast and safe as well, but you must haggle and agree on the fare before getting in. Taxis can also be caught in front of major hotels. They are usually yellow and black with a printed number on the side.

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Post

There are several post offices in Dakar.

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Address: 12 Boulevard El Hadji Djily Mbaye, Dakar

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Pharmacy

Pharmacie Mandela:
12 Avenue Nelson Mandela, Plateau, Dakar
Open 24h
+221 33 821 21 72

Pharmacie Guigon:
Avenue G. Pompidou, Dakar
Monday-Saturday 8.00-23.00
+221 33 823 03 33

Pharmacie Mame Oumy Gueye
125 Sacré çoeur 3 Pyrotechnie, Lot 87, Dakar
Monday-Saturday 8.30-23.00, Sunday 9.00-22.00
+221 33 825 59 99

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Telephone

Country code: +221

Area code: 8

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Electricity

230 V / 50 Hz
Type of power sockets: C / D / E / K

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