The Embassy of the Gambia in Paris is the Gambia’s diplomatic mission to France. Gambian nationals in France turn to it for passports and official documents.
Contact Details
| Address | 7 ter rue Leonard de Vinci, 75116 Paris, France |
| Telephone | +33 1 53 04 05 99 |
| gamembassyfrance@gmail.com | |
| Social Media | |
| Head of Mission | Ebrima O. Camara, Ambassador (according to the embassy) |
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:30 - 13:00 / 14:00 - 17:00 |
| Tuesday | 09:30 - 13:00 / 14:00 - 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:30 - 13:00 / 14:00 - 17:00 |
| Thursday | 09:30 - 13:00 / 14:00 - 17:00 |
| Friday | 09:30 - 13:00 |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Opening hours according to the embassy’s own information – please confirm before your visit, especially on French and Gambian public holidays.
Location of the Embassy
Before your visit
The embassy is located at 7 ter rue Leonard de Vinci in Paris’s 16th arrondissement.
- Opening hours (according to the embassy): Monday to Thursday from 09:30 to 13:00 and from 14:00 to 17:00; Friday from 09:30 to 13:00.
- Documents: take originals and photocopies, and a valid passport or identity card.
The embassy and its network in France
The embassy names Ebrima O. Camara, Ambassador as head of mission. In the other direction, about 139 French citizens are registered with the French consular network in the Gambia.
Consular services
What you can usually arrange here:
- Gambian passports and emergency travel documents
- Certification and legalisation of documents
- Certificates for pensions abroad
- Visas for travellers who need one for the Gambia
Do I need an appointment?
Ask in advance whether your service needs a booked slot.
Visa and entry information for French citizens
French citizens need a visa for the Gambia, which can be obtained on arrival (up to 15 days). The French Foreign Ministry asks travellers to the Gambia to exercise increased vigilance. Details: French travel advice (Conseils aux voyageurs).
Closing days
Besides French public holidays, the embassy closes on the Gambian national holiday (18 February). If your visit falls close to a holiday, confirm by phone.
Emergency assistance
For emergencies, the embassy’s number is +33 1 53 04 05 99. Consular staff can replace lost travel documents and inform family members; they do not provide legal representation or money.
Diplomatic missions of the Gambia in France
The Gambia in France
- Paris – Embassy of the Gambia (this page)
Frequently asked questions about the Embassy of the Gambia in Paris
Where is the Gambian Embassy in Paris?
At 7 ter rue Leonard de Vinci, 75116 Paris.
When is the Gambian Embassy in Paris open?
According to the embassy: Monday to Thursday from 09:30 to 13:00 and from 14:00 to 17:00; Friday from 09:30 to 13:00. Confirm before visiting.
Do French citizens need a visa for the Gambia?
Yes, but it can be obtained on arrival.
Details checked on 8 October 2026. Sources: French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs – directory of foreign representations in France, French travel advice for the Gambia. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the embassy before your visit.
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