Greek visa for Gambian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Gambian passport holders visiting Greece for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Gambian citizens to enter Greece for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Greece e-visa for Gambian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Greece visa on arrival for Gambian citizens | Not Available | |
Greece tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Gambian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Greece.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Greece.
If you are looking for Greece visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Gambia, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Greece nearest your place of residence.
- Nouakchott: The Honorary Consulate of in Nouakchott, ~ 525.45 kilometers (326.50 mi) away from Banjul, Gambia. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 7 hours 10 minutes).
- Las Palmas de Gran Canaria: The Honorary Consulate of in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, ~ 1633.42 kilometers (1014.96 mi) away from Banjul, Gambia. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 5 hours 10 minutes).
Greece visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Greece diplomatic mission offices to Gambia for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Gambia traveling to Greece from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Gambia) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 159 | N/A |
| 2009 | 149 | -6.29% |
| 2010 | 150 | 0.67% |
| 2011 | 164 | 9.33% |
| 2012 | 155 | -5.49% |
| 2013 | 179 | 15.48% |
| 2014 | 220 | 22.91% |
| 2015 | 236 | 7.27% |
| 2016 | 248 | 5.08% |
| 2017 | 272 | 9.68% |
| 2018 | 301 | 10.66% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Greece & Gambia comparison
Greece's area is approximately 128,900 km2 (49,768 sq mi), while the area of Gambia is approximately 10,120 km2 (3,907 sq mi). This means Gambia is 12.74 times smaller than Greece.
As of October 2025, Greece's population is ~10.2 million people - 7,400,982 more people than the population of Gambia.
We have highlighted Greece & Gambia’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Greece | Gambia | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 10,172,900 | 2,771,918 | 7.4 million more people live in Greece than Gambia |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 135 | 28 | Greece has 107 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Gambia. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 141 | 45 | Greece passport holders can visit 96 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 249 | 18 | Greek hosts 231 more foreign missions than Gambia. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Gambia travel to Greece in one year?
The number of visitors from Gambia visiting Greece in 2018 was approximately 301.
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- Athens to Banjul: 4512.11 km (2803.70 mi)
- Travel time: 9 hours 24 minutes
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