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Gambia High Commission in London, United Kingdom

57 Kensington Ct, Kensington, London W8 5Dg, United Kingdom

Phone: +44 20 3928 9770 Working hours: Close now

Holidays to be Observed in 2026

The Embassies and Consulates of Gambia may close on the following British and Gambian holidays in 2026:

Holiday
Holiday	Date	Counting down
Orthodox New Year	Wednesday, January 14	0 minutes
Isra and Mi'raj	Friday, January 16	1 day, 20 hours
Burns Night	Sunday, January 25	1 week, 3 days
Tu B'Shevat (Arbor Day)	Monday, February 02	2 weeks, 4 days
Valentine's Day	Saturday, February 14	4 weeks, 2 days
Chinese New Year	Tuesday, February 17	1 month
Independence Day	Wednesday, February 18	1 month
St. David's Day	Sunday, March 01	1 month, 2 weeks
Purim	Tuesday, March 03	1 month, 2 weeks

Frequently asked questions, answered

1. How many Gambian Embassies/Consulates are there in United Kingdom?

Gambia currently maintains 1 diplomatic representative office in United Kingdom including and London.

2 - Do British citizens need a visa for Gambia?

Citizens of United Kingdom (holders of regular passports) can travel to Gambia for 30 days without having to apply or obtain a Gambian visa for short-term tourism.

3- What is the Holiday Calendar of Gambian embassies in United Kingdom?

The Gambian representative offices in United Kingdom will be closed in observance of the following British and Gambian holidays in 2026/2024:

Orthodox New Year (GB) Wed, Jan 14, 2026 (3 hours, 3 minutes)

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Time in Gambia vs United Kingdom

Banjul, Gambia time is is same date and time London, United Kingdom

London, United Kingdom 20:57^PMTuesday, January 13, 2026

Banjul, Gambia 20:57^PMTuesday, January 13, 2026