Gambia
The practical basics before you go: plugs, emergency numbers, money, tipping and the time.
The country in brief
About 2.82 million people live in the Gambia, on 11,300 km². The capital is Banjul.
- Capital
- Banjul
- Population
- 2,822,093
- Area
- 11,300 km²
- Official languages
- English
Facts change, so check the important things before you travel.
Population: World Bank, 2025 (CC BY 4.0). Capital, area and languages: Wikidata. Facts fetched October 30, 2026.
Before you go
Which plugs are used in the Gambia?
Sockets take plug type G, at 230 V and 50 Hz.
What is the emergency number in the Gambia?
Call 117 for the police, 116 for an ambulance and 118 for the fire brigade.
Do you tip in the Gambia?
About 10 %.
Which side of the road do they drive on in the Gambia?
Traffic drives on the right.
What currency is used in the Gambia?
Prices are in Gambian Dalasi (GMD).
What language do they speak in the Gambia?
Official languages: English.
How do I call a number in the Gambia from abroad?
To call a number there from abroad, start with +220.
Entry rules and travel advice
Visa rules depend on your passport and can change at short notice. Your own government keeps them up to date, so check its advice before you book.
Links checked October 30, 2026.
