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Une semaine ou deux mois — Dakar est facile à appréhender si vous savez à quoi vous attendre. Voici votre guide pratique : quoi préparer, quoi faire à l'arrivée et à qui s'adresser si besoin.

Most nationalities enter Senegal visa-free for up to 90 days. No application needed — just a valid passport and a return ticket.

At a glance
Visa Simple visite — free, up to 90 days
Novembre à mai (saison sèche) November – May (dry season)
XOF (franc CFA) — 1 EUR ≈ 655 XOF XOF — 1 EUR ≈ 655 XOF
Budget/day From 40 EUR/day (comfortable)
Disponible à l'aéroport — Orange ou YAS Available at the airport — Orange or YAS
Checklist 12 steps total

Your tourist checklist

A practical 12-step checklist for visiting Dakar and Senegal with confidence.

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Phase 1: Before departure

Week -1 to 0

Check your passport validity
Must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your travel dates
Get travel insurance
Must cover Senegal — medical evacuation recommended
Book your accommodation
Almadies or Ngor for comfort — Yoff for budget
Download offline maps
Maps.me with Dakar downloaded — useful without data
Note emergency contacts
SAMU 15 / Police 17 / your country's embassy in Dakar
Phase 2: First 48 hours

Days 1–2

Get a local Disponible à l'aéroport — Orange ou YAS
Orange or YAS at the airport — 20GB for approx. EUR 5
Download Wave app
For taxis, street food, and daily payments
Arrange airport transfer
Agree price before getting in any taxi — or use Yango app
Withdraw local cash (XOF)
ATMs at airport and Plateau — keep some cash for markets
Phase 3: Enjoy Dakar

Days 3 onwards

Explore your neighbourhood on foot
Markets, cafés, the Corniche seafront
Day trip from Dakar
Gorée Island (20 min ferry) / Lac Rose / Saly beach
Connect with the local community
Visene forum — tips from people who live here
Conciergerie recommendation

Starter — €150 one-time

A focused call and practical arrival plan for short visits to Dakar and Senegal.

“I had 10 days in Dakar and no idea where to start. One call with Visene and I had a neighbourhood, a checklist, and three places to eat on day one. Wish I’d done it sooner.”

JK
James K.

UK, Simple visite

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€150

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A practical orientation package for visitors who want Dakar to feel easier from day one.

  • Orientation & Q&A call (45 min)
  • Best areas for your stay
  • Local tips & contacts
  • Transport & safety advice
  • Practical arrival plan
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