Practical guides: The Gambia
Getting around
Driving licence, road conditions, public transport and domestic flights.
Driving licence
- Passport: United Kingdom
A UK photocard licence is valid for 3 months; after that, you need a Gambian licence.
Verified factVerified on 10/2/26High confidenceGOV.UK (FCDO), The Gambia travel advice: safety and security
Driving locally
Third-party insurance is compulsory; after an accident, contact the nearest police station.
Verified factVerified on 10/2/26High confidenceFrance Diplomatie, Travel advice: The Gambia, useful information
Other transport
The Banjul-Barra ferry crosses hourly from 7:30 to 22:00 (frequent delays); the Senegambia bridge at Farafenni links northern Senegal and Casamance.
Verified factVerified on 10/2/26High confidenceFrance Diplomatie, Travel advice: The Gambia, useful information
Sources for this guide
- GOV.UK (FCDO), The Gambia travel advice: safety and security · Source updated: July 7, 2026 · Checked on October 2, 2026
- France Diplomatie, Travel advice: The Gambia, useful information · Source updated: September 15, 2026 · Checked on October 2, 2026
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