Senegal
Senegal travel guide for Canadians
Check current entry requirements for Senegal.
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Key facts
- Visa requiredcheck
- check
- Currency
- West African CFA franc (XOF)
- Plug types
- C, D, E, K – 230 V 50 Hz
- Emergency numberscheck
- Police 17, Fire 18, SAMU 1515 (check)
Entry requirements for Canadians
Check current entry requirements before travel.
- Passport valid at least 6 months beyond intended stay
- Visa fee – check current amount and payment methods
- Proof of onward travel or return ticket
Canadian embassy and consular help
Canada does not have a resident embassy in Senegal. The nearest Canadian diplomatic mission is the Embassy of Canada in Rabat, Morocco.
- Embassy of Canada, Rabat – 13, Avenue des Nations Unies, Rabat, Morocco (check)
- Phone: check
- Email: check
Cost of a trip to Senegal in CAD
A typical 10-day itinerary (3 nights Dakar, 2 nights Saint-Louis, 3 nights Sine-Saloum, 2 nights beach) costs about CAD 2,800–3,500 per person, excluding international flights. (check)
| Item | Estimated cost (CAD) |
|---|---|
| Accommodation (mid-range hotels) | CAD 600-900 (check) |
| Meals (mixed local & restaurant) | CAD 300-450 (check) |
| Transport (car + driver, ferries) | CAD 400-600 (check) |
| Entry fees & activities | CAD 150-250 (check) |
| Visa fee | check |
Prices are 2026 estimates; actual costs vary by season and personal choices.
Flights from Canada
There are no direct flights from Canada to Senegal. Typical routes connect through Paris, Brussels or Istanbul. Total travel time from Toronto to Dakar is 13-16 hours including layover. (check)
- Toronto → Paris (Air Canada) 7 h, layover 2-4 h, Paris → Dakar (Air Senegal) 6 h (check)
Questions people ask
Do Canadians need a visa for Senegal?
Check current entry requirements before travel.
How much does a trip to Senegal cost in CAD?
A 10-day mid-range trip typically costs CAD 2,800-3,500 per person, covering accommodation, meals, transport, activities and the visa fee. International flights add about CAD 1,200-1,600. (check)
Verify with the official source
Draft, not field-verified
- officialTravel.gc.ca – Senegal entry
Deep dive
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Sources
- officialTravel.gc.ca – Senegal entry
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