Gambia - Consulate of Portugal in Banjul |
You are a Gambian citizen or you are from Portugal and are looking for information on the consulate of Portugal in Banjul situated in Gambia. A consulate in Banjul could be a small honorary consulate or a bigger consulate general of Portugal. It all depends on the importance of Banjul and Gambia in the relationships with the government of Portugal.
The difference between consulates found in Banjul are the level of powers and size of these consulates. Some consulates are
the bigger consulate-general and usually can assist in a wide scope of consular matters. Other smaller consulates are often manned by private
citizens and are called honorary consulates. These honorary consulates often have limited powers and do not issue visas or passports.
All consulates of Portugal in Gambia besides Banjul
Portuguese Consulate in Banjul, Gambia 38, Mamadi Manjang Highway Kanifing, K.S.M.D. B.P. 663 Banjul GambiaEmail: portugalconsul@hotmail.com - Tel: (+220) 999 8337 (+220) 439 4770 - Website:
Or the embassy of Portugal in Gambia
(There is no embassy of Portugal located in Gambia)
Consulate Appointment in Banjul
Most consulates in Banjul need visitors to make an appointment for a visit. Call or email the consulate of Portugal in Banjul first for information on opening hours and appointments. Please be aware that most smaller consulates and honorary consulates often do not issue visas or passports or offer any consular assistance at all.
Travel Insurance
When you travel to Banjul do not forget to buy a comprehensive travel
insurance. You can get sick, miss your flight, personal belongings can be stolen or you can have an accident and
need a doctor or hospital in Gambia or Portugal.
Moreover, when you apply for a visa at the consulate
in Banjul please note that many embassies and consulates can ask you to show proof of a valid travel insurance with extensive coverage.