Emergency Contact Information

For an emergency involving an American citizen in The Gambia, you can reach us during weekday hours at:

American Citizen Services
Tel:      (220) 439-2856 or 437-6169 ext. 2130
Fax:     (220) 439-2475
E-mail: ConsularBanjul@state.gov

We are located at 92 Kairaba Avenue in Fajara, The Gambia.

Emergencies such as medical emergencies, deaths or arrests involving American citizens will still be handled on a walk-in basis. American Citizens who need emergency services are welcome to come during normal U.S. Embassy hours which are Monday through Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Fridays from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon.

If you are an American citizen with an after hours emergency (including weekends or holidays), please call our Duty Officer at +220 796 2710 for assistance.

If you have questions or concerns about safety or security-related issues, you are encouraged to contact the Consular Section at the Embassy by sending an email message to ConsularBanjul@state.gov.   

The Department of State's Office for Overseas Citizen Services can be reached at:

From within the U.S.   1-888-407-4747
From outside the U.S. 1-202-501-4444