Republic of The Gambia · residence general
Non-Gambian ID Card
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Gambia ID-card route for named regional nationals, allowing legal residence and work after payment of agreed prescribed fees.
- Processing time
- GID lists the shared identity-card processing cycle: bank/form receipt, Justice of Peace authentication, interview, enrolment, verification, printing and distribution.
- Government fees
- GID lists the Non-Gambian ID Card fee as D750, subject to change.
- Typical duration
- Confirm current validity and renewal period with GID when applying.
- Sponsorship required
- No
- Leads to permanent residency
- No
Overview
GID says the Non-Gambian ID Card is issued to nationals of specific countries: Senegal, Guinea-Bissau, Sierra Leone and Ivory Coast. The page describes it as a bilateral-cooperation initiative that gives non-Gambian residents an opportunity to legally reside and work in The Gambia upon payment of agreed prescribed fees. It is separate from the Non-ECOWAS Alien Card, which accompanies Residential Permit A or B. Applicants should confirm nationality eligibility and whether a residence permit, ID card or both are required for their exact status.
Additional sources
Eligibility
Typical criteria
- ✓The applicant is a national of one of the specific countries named by GID for the Non-Gambian ID Card.Gambia Immigration Department (GID) ↗
- ✓The applicant is residing in The Gambia and needs legal residence/work documentation under the bilateral arrangement.Gambia Immigration Department (GID) ↗
- ✓The applicant can complete the identity-card processing cycle and pay the prescribed fee.Gambia Immigration Department (GID) ↗
Common blockers
- !Nationality is not one of the countries named by GID for the Non-Gambian ID Card.Gambia Immigration Department (GID) ↗
- !Using the ID card as a substitute for another permit where GID requires a residence permit or work permit.Gambia Immigration Department (GID) ↗
- !Missing passport, identity/status evidence or interview/enrolment requirements.Gambia Immigration Department (GID) ↗
Typical evidence
- ·Passport or nationality evidence from an eligible country.Gambia Immigration Department (GID) ↗
- ·Document establishing status and identity.Gambia Immigration Department (GID) ↗
- ·Embassy or high commission attestation where required.Gambia Immigration Department (GID) ↗
- ·Prescribed D750 fee and biometric enrolment.Gambia Immigration Department (GID) ↗
Application pathway
Check the route fit
Confirm that your nationality is eligible for the Non-Gambian ID Card.
Build the evidence pack
Prepare passport/nationality evidence, status documents and any attestation required by GID.
Submit through the official channel
Complete the official form, payment, authentication, interview and enrolment process.
After approval
Use the card only within the residence/work scope confirmed by GID and renew before expiry where required.
Official application links
Where to actually go next
These are the official pages to use for this route. Open them before preparing documents: the forms, fees, appointment systems, and sponsor steps can change without warning.
- ChecklistApplicantCheck GID Non-Gambian ID Card guidance ↗
Use this official Gambian source to confirm the current requirements, fee, form or filing channel for check gid non-gambian id card guidance.
Gambia Immigration Department (GID) · verified
- Official guidanceApplicantCheck GID entry and residence timing ↗
Use this official Gambian source to confirm the current requirements, fee, form or filing channel for check gid entry and residence timing.
Gambia Immigration Department (GID) · verified
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Residential Permit B / Work Residence
Gambia residence-and-work permit for non-citizens living and working in The Gambia, used by businesspersons, expatriates, unskilled workers and professionals.
Frequently asked questions
Which nationalities does GID name for the Non-Gambian ID Card?+
GID names Senegal, Guinea-Bissau, Sierra Leone and Ivory Coast as the specific countries covered by the Non-Gambian ID Card initiative.
How much does the Non-Gambian ID Card cost?+
GID lists the Non-Gambian ID Card fee as D750, subject to change.
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