Visas and Immigration

The Visa Section of the Embassy of Canada to Senegal is responsible for processing visa applications for citizens and residents of Mali and Niger.

Citizens of Mali and Niger require a visa to enter Canada as a visitor. If you are a citizen of another country, check the Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) website to see if you require a visa to enter Canada.

If you are a citizen of Mali or Niger, or if you are legally residing in Mali or Niger, visit the official website of the Visa Section of the Embassy of Canada to Senegal for information about visa and immigration services and to download application forms.

Visa Application Centres in Abidjan, Bamako, Conakry, Dakar, Niamey and Yaoundé

The Embassy of Canada has authorized Visa Application Centres (VAC) in West Africa to provide assistance with applications for Temporary Resident (visitor) Visa, and Study or Work Permit applications, and applications from Permanent Residents applying for Travel Documents to return to Canada. The VACs provide on-site client service, offer extended business hours and minimizes delays. For more information please refer to the VAC website.