Gambia
Corporate Guide

What are the requirements for obtaining a work permit in Gambia?

To apply for a work permit, applicants will need the following:

• A signed, valid passport that contains at least two blank pages and is valid for at least six months
• A duly completed and signed application form
• A recent passport photo
• A letter from the applicant’s employer in the Republic of The Gambia explaining the purpose of travel, proof of financial support for the applicant during their time in The Gambia, and business references

Applicants will also have to undertake routine vaccinations for specified illnesses before being granted a work permit. 

Alien ID Card: This must be obtained before a foreign national can commence work and should be applied for in tandem with the work permit. The alien card is valid for one full year and its function is to identify foreign nationals living in the country. To get an alien ID card, a person must first submit their passport and their own nation’s identification document.