Looking for the Senegal Embassy in Berlin? Below you will find the official address, contact details, opening hours and available consular services.
Contact Details
| Address | Klingelhöferstraße 5, 10785 Berlin, Germany |
| Telephone | +49 30 856 21 90 |
| Fax | +49 30 85 62 19 21 |
| info@botschaft-senegal.de | |
| Website | www.botschaft-senegal.de |
| Head of Mission | Mr. Moustapha Ndour, Ambassador |
Opening Hours Embassy
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:00 – 17:00 |
| Tuesday | 09:00 – 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:00 – 17:00 |
| T7ursday | 09:00 – 17:00 |
| Friday | 09:00 – 17:00 |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Opening hours are subject to change on public holidays and special occasions. Always check with the embassy in advance.
Location of the Embassy
The map above displays the embassy’s location in the city. Allow sufficient travel time, especially during peak hours.
About the Senegalese Embassy in Berlin
The Senegal Embassy in Berlin represents the Republic of Senegal in Germany and is responsible for maintaining and developing diplomatic relations between Senegal and Germany. Its diplomatic and consular district covers the entire Federal Republic of Germany.
Relations between the two countries include political dialogue, economic cooperation, development policy, migration issues, education and cultural exchange. Germany and Senegal also cooperate closely on regional stability and development in West Africa.
In addition to its diplomatic functions, the embassy supports Senegalese citizens living or travelling in Germany and provides information to German citizens and other foreign nationals who need to deal with Senegalese authorities.
Visa Information
German citizens can currently enter Senegal for stays of up to three months without a visa. Travellers must hold an accepted travel document, and German authorities recommend that passports remain valid for at least six months beyond the intended travel period.
Different requirements may apply to longer stays, employment, study or other purposes. In such cases, travellers should check the applicable procedure with the Senegalese Embassy or the competent Senegalese authorities before departure.
Senegalese citizens travelling to Germany generally require a visa. For short stays of up to 90 days, this will usually be a Schengen visa. Longer stays for purposes such as employment, university study or family reunification normally require a German national visa.
German visa applications from residents of Senegal are handled through the German Embassy in Dakar and its designated application procedures. Applicants should always check the current visa category, required documents and appointment process before applying.
Consular Services
The Senegalese Embassy in Berlin provides consular assistance to Senegalese nationals and handles a range of administrative and documentation matters. The exact services available can depend on the applicant's nationality and the nature of the request.
- Passport and travel document matters for Senegalese citizens
- Consular assistance for Senegalese nationals in Germany
- Civil status and registration matters
- Document certification and authentication procedures
- Information concerning entry and visa requirements for Senegal
- Guidance on administrative procedures involving Senegalese authorities
Some services may require specific supporting documents or prior approval. Applicants should therefore confirm the current procedure directly with the embassy before submitting documents.
Senegal also maintains honorary consular representation in several German cities. However, honorary consulates do not necessarily provide the same range of services as the embassy, so applicants should confirm which office is competent for their particular request.
Appointments
Appointment procedures depend on the type of consular service required. Some matters may require applicants to contact the embassy in advance or obtain a confirmed appointment before appearing in person.
Applicants should check the official embassy information before arranging a visit, particularly for passport matters, civil status documentation, certifications or other administrative services.
For visa applications to Germany, Senegalese citizens should follow the appointment and application procedures of the German Embassy in Dakar. The German Embassy's consular and visa section is accessible by prior appointment.
Diplomatic Missions between Senegal and Germany
Senegal maintains its embassy in Berlin, which is responsible for diplomatic relations with Germany and has a consular district covering the entire country.
In addition, Senegal has an Honorary Consulate General in Düsseldorf. Its officially defined consular district includes North Rhine-Westphalia and Lower Saxony.
Senegal also maintains an Honorary Consulate General in Hamburg, with responsibility for Hamburg and Schleswig-Holstein, as well as an Honorary Consulate in Munich, whose district includes Bavaria, Saxony and Thuringia.
Germany is represented in Senegal by the German Embassy in Dakar. The embassy is responsible for Senegal and also performs diplomatic and consular functions for additional countries in the region according to the current division of responsibilities of the German Federal Foreign Office.
These diplomatic and consular offices support bilateral relations, assist nationals of both countries and provide the institutional framework for cooperation between Senegal and Germany.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Senegalese Embassy in Berlin
Do German citizens need a visa for Senegal?
German citizens currently do not need a visa for stays in Senegal of up to three months. However, travellers should check the latest entry requirements before departure because immigration rules can change.
Do Senegalese citizens need a visa for Germany?
Yes. Senegalese citizens generally require a visa to enter Germany. Short stays normally require a Schengen visa, while longer stays may require a German national visa.
Does Senegal have consulates in Germany outside Berlin?
Yes. Senegal has honorary consular representation in Düsseldorf, Hamburg and Munich. Their powers and territorial responsibilities are more limited than those of the embassy in Berlin.
Where is the German diplomatic mission in Senegal?
Germany maintains its embassy in Dakar. The German Embassy handles diplomatic relations and provides consular and visa services within its assigned jurisdiction.
Information provided on this page about the Embassy of Senegal in Berlin is intended for general reference only. Contact details, appointment procedures, entry requirements and available services may change. Always confirm current information directly with the embassy or the responsible consular authority before your visit.