Category: Humanitarian / Refugee / Asylum Visa
Overview: Provides international protection to individuals fleeing persecution or armed conflict, offering refugee or asylum status in Gambia in accordance with international and national laws and conventions.
Eligibility: Individuals with a well-founded fear of persecution based on race, religion, nationality, membership of a particular social group, or political opinion, or those fleeing generalized violence.
Processing Time: ~365 days
Visa Duration: 12 months
Renewable: Yes
Work Authorisation: Not permitted
Remote Work Allowed: No
Dependants Allowed: No
Path to Residency: Yes
Path to Citizenship: Yes
Sponsor Required: No
Official Government Page: https://www.unhcr.org/countries/gambia
Summary: For individuals seeking international protection in Gambia due to persecution or conflict. Eligibility is based on well-founded fear. Main benefit is safety and legal protection under national and international law.