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Gambia: sanctions and trade risk
As of 7 November 2026, the screened UN, EU, UK, Swiss and US sanctions lists contain 18 companies, organisations, vessels and aircraft linked to Gambia.Lists last checked .
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No elevated country indicator for Gambia in the route rules Sanctioni uses. That is not a clearance: goods may still be export-controlled, and parties in Gambia may still be on a list.
On the sanctions lists
18 entries on the official lists name Gambia — as nationality, address, registration or flag. That links them to the country; it says nothing about other companies there. The same company can appear on several lists and is then counted once per list. Individuals are not included — Sanctioni does not process them.
| List | Entries | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| US OFAC — Specially Designated Nationals (SDN) | 17 | 17 | — | — |
| Switzerland SECO Consolidated Sanctions List | 1 | 1 | — | — |
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No new listings or removals naming Gambia recorded yet.
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Gambia: logistics and trade
Agricultural exporter / regional port location on the Gambia River
The Gambia (ISO code GM) lies in West Africa and stretches along the Gambia River, surrounded by Senegal with a short Atlantic coastline. It is a presidential republic with a tropical climate marked by distinct rainy and dry seasons. The economy is driven by agriculture (notably groundnuts and cashew), fisheries, tourism and trade. Foreign trade matters: exports are mostly agricultural products, while the country depends heavily on imports of fuel, food and manufactured goods. The Port of Banjul and Banjul International Airport secure the transit and logistics function for the region and the supply of the interior. The currency is the dalasi (GMD). As an ECOWAS member, The Gambia is integrated into the West African economic area.
- Capital
- Banjul
- Population
- 2,422,712
- Area
- 11,295 km²
- Currency
- Gambian dalasi (GMD)
- Continent
- Africa
- Region
- West Africa
- Economic area
- ECOWAS
- Religions
- Islam, Christianity
- Access to the sea
- Yes
Transport modes Sea · Air · Road · Inland waterway
- Current situation
- Banjul is the central seaport (Gambia Ports Authority); modernisation projects are underway. The Trans-Gambia Bridge (opened 2019) improves the Dakar–Ziguinchor corridor.
- Seasonal conditions
- Tropical climate with a rainy season from about June to October; heavy rain can affect roads and shipping on the Gambia River.
Main seaports
- Banjul
Banjul (GM BJL), The Gambia's main seaport on the Gambia River estuary: container terminal, groundnut and fish exports, food and fuel imports. Nearest alternative Dakar.
Main cargo airports
- Banjul International AirportBJL
Banjul (BJL/GBYD), The Gambia's only international airport: belly cargo ~1,600 t (2023), handlers GIA and Redcoat. Heavy freight via the Port of Banjul; no railways.
Road corridors
- Trans-Gambia Highway (Dakar–Ziguinchor corridor)
- Banjul–Basse (South Bank Road)
Inland ports
- Inland landing sites along the Gambia River (including Kuntaur, Basse)
Main trade lanes
- Gambia–Senegal
- Gambia–Côte d'Ivoire
- Gambia–China
- Gambia–EU (Netherlands)
Customs and import
Customs authority Gambia Revenue Authority (GRA), Customs and Excise DepartmentOfficial website ↗
- Import customs system
- Electronic via ASYCUDA at the GRA; import through a licensed customs agent. The ECOWAS Common External Tariff (CET) applies, with rates of 0/5/10/20/35 percent. Import declaration fee of 2,25 percent CIF, min. 5'000 GMD.
- Export customs system
- Export declaration also via ASYCUDA at the GRA. Within ECOWAS, the Trade Liberalisation Scheme (ETLS) applies, with an ECOWAS certificate of origin and export declaration.
- Import VAT
- 15 percent on taxable imports; tax base CIF plus duty plus excise plus other levies (GRA).
- Proofs of origin and trade agreements
- ECOWAS certificate of origin (ETLS) for duty-free trade within ECOWAS; valid for six months, one certificate per type of goods. Additionally, ECOWAS export declaration.
- Restricted and prohibited goods
- Licensing and restriction requirements, including for weapons, ammunition, narcotics, and certain health and environmental goods; observe the regulations of the GRA and the specialized authorities.
Typical import documents
- Commercial invoice
- Packing list
- Bill of lading/air waybill
- ASYCUDA import declaration
- Certificate of origin (for preference)
Typical export documents
- Commercial invoice
- Packing list
- ECOWAS export declaration
- ECOWAS certificate of origin (ETLS)
- Phytosanitary certificate (agricultural goods)
Logistics conditions
- Customs complexity
- Medium to high
- Customs delays
- Medium to high
- Port congestion
- Medium
- Dangerous goods relevance
- Low to medium
- Pharma and cold chain relevance
- Medium
- E-commerce relevance
- Low to medium
Trade
Top import partners
Top export partners
Top import goods
- Petroleum products
- Food
- Machinery
- Vehicles
- Construction materials
Top export goods
- Peanuts
- Fish
- Cashew nuts
- Agricultural products
Typical cargo
- Peanuts
- Fish and fish products
- Cashew
- Petroleum products
- Rice and food
- Machinery
Logistics questions
What import VAT applies in Gambia?
15 percent on taxable imports, calculated on CIF plus duty plus excise plus other levies (Gambia Revenue Authority).
Which customs system does Gambia use?
The Gambia Revenue Authority handles imports and exports electronically via ASYCUDA; the use of a licensed customs agent is common.
Which common external tariff applies?
The ECOWAS Common External Tariff (CET) with rates of 0, 5, 10, 20 and 35 percent, applied in Gambia since 2017.
Which port is the main one for Gambia?
The Port of Banjul, operated by the Gambia Ports Authority, is the main gateway for container and general cargo.
Do goods benefit from duty-free ECOWAS trade?
Yes, with a valid ECOWAS certificate of origin (ETLS) and export declaration, goods of origin are duty-free within ECOWAS.
What are the main export goods?
Peanuts, fish and fish products, and cashew; mainly fuel, food, and machinery are imported.
What weather risks exist for logistics?
The rainy season from about June to October can affect roads and shipping on the Gambia River.
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