Gambia - Obtain a Residential Permit

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Procedure

1. In order to obtain a Residential Permit, applicants must complete the application form.
2. Submit the application form along with original and copies of applicant's supporting documents.
3. Pay the application fee.

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Required Documents

To obtain Residential Permit A:

• Completed application form GID-003
• Passport with current entry stamps

To obtain Residential & Work Permit B:

• Completed application form
• Passport with current entry stamps
• GRA payroll tax receipt (for applicants working in a managerial position)

Office Locations & Contacts

The Gambia Biometric Identification System
To search for GAMBIS service sites
Website

Eligibility

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Fees

Residential Permit A

1,100 Dalasi for ECOWAS and Non-ECOWAS Nationals

Residential Permit B

For ECOWAS Nationals: 1,300 Dalasi

For Non-ECOWAS Nationals: 1,800 Dalasi

Validity

Residential Permit A

Residential Permits (A) are issued to residents only. The permit must be renewed every year.

Residential & Work Permit B

Residential Permit B is issued for both residence and work purposes. Residential Permit B must be renewed annually and must be possessed by all foreigners engaged in work in the country.

Documents to Use

Application Form to Obtain a Residential Permit A/B
For Lost or Stolen Residential Permits A/B
Replacement/Renewal of Residential Permits A/B

Sample Documents

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Processing Time

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Instructions

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Required Information

• Applicant's complete name
• Date of birth
• Place of birth
• Nationality at birth
• Present nationality
• Gender
• Marital status
• Name and address of next of kin
• Applicant's present address
• Intended address in Gambia
• Financial means available to the applicant
• Email
• Contact number
• Activity (for those applying for a residential permit B):
  • Occupation
  • Name of employer
  • Employer's TIN
  • Employer's address
  • Employer's contact number
• Entry Details:
  • Date of entry
  • Purpose of entry
  • Point of entry
  • Duration of proposed stay
  • Detail and address of any property owned in Gambia
  • Passport number
  • Location where the passport was issued, date of issue
• Dependent(s):
  • Name
  • Age

Need for the Document

Following are procedures on how you can obtain a residential permit in Gambia.

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Other uses of the Document/Certificate

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e.g. Birth Certificate can be used as proof of identity.

External Links

• GAMBIS Website:

http://www.gambis.gm/residential-permit

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