Gambia Overflight Permit and Ground Handling

If you're an operator of a business jet or a commercial airline with plans to fly over Gambia airspace, obtaining a Gambia Overflight Permit from the Gambia Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) is mandatory. As a flight dispatcher, it's important to have a good understanding of the requirements for obtaining this permit. Some key points to keep in mind include:

  1. What are CAA's working hours, including whether they are open on weekends?
  2. Which aircraft documents must be submitted with the overflight request?
  3. Are there any fees charged by the CAA for processing the permit?
  4. What is the official validity period of the overflight permit, as determined by the CAA?
  5. How can the Gambia air navigation bill be obtained, either through IATA or a local agent?
To obtain an overflight permit for Gambia, you would need to contact the Gambian Civil Aviation Authority or an authorized third-party service provider that specializes in obtaining overflight permits. You would need to provide information about your flight, including the route, type of aircraft, and purpose of the flight, The Gambian Civil Aviation Authority will review your application and issue the permit if all requirements are met, The processing time for an overflight permit can vary depending on the country and the complexity of the application, so it's important to apply well in advance of your planned flight.

We suggest reaching out to the Civil Aviation Authority of Gambia or a third-party aviation service provider to obtain more specific and up-to-date information about the overflight permit process in Gambia.

What Details Are Needed To Acquire Gambia Overflight Permit :


  • Complete Flight Schedule
  • Entry Point and Exit Point
  • Lead Passenger Details ( Only for Passenger Flight )
  • Consignee and Consigner Details (Only for Cargo Flights)

Gambia Sample Overflight Permits :


The issued overflight permit number must be inserted in Item 18 of your submiting Flight Plan.

  • Sample Permit Format
Gambia Overflight Permit : GCN-LP-053/16

Is There Any Offical Gambia Overflight Permit Processing Fees :


  • According To Gambia Civil Aviation
Officially there is "NO CAA Processing Fees" applied for issuance of Gambia Overflight Permits.

What Is Gambia Overflight Permit Validity :


  • Gambia overflight permits are valid for +72 hours (from their initial requested schedule).

How Many FIR's In Gambia Airspace :


  • Airspace of Gambia is currently having one flight information region (FIR).
  • Gambia FIR ICAO Code is " GOOO "

Who Will Issue Gambia Overflight Permits :


  • Gambia Civil Aviation Authority
  • Postal Address : Private Bag 285. Banjul International Airport Yundum, Gambia.

Who Is Responsible For Gambia Overflight Air Navigation Bill :


  • Gambia CAA will issue air navigation bill directly to Airline/Operator.

What Is Gambia Civil Aviation Authority Working Hours :


  • Gambia Civil Aviation Authority working hours ( 0800Z ) till ( 1800Z ).
  • Weekend In Gambia ( Saturday and Sunday )

We Offer Below Gambia Overflight and Landing Permits Category :


  • Charter and Private Operator Services
  • Overflight Permits
  • Cargo Flight Overfly Permits
  • Commercial Airlines
  • Monthly Block Permits
  • Seasonal Block Overflight Permits
  • Overfly Country Navigation Settlement
  • Business Jets and Airliners Services
  • Landing Permits
  • Airport Parking Slot Arrangement

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We understand that by the time, high quality and customized ground handling services, at the best price, are the key elements of a successful flight, whether it is an ad-hoc or scheduled flight, we make sure the aircraft, its crew, passengers and cargo are taken care from its landing to take off. We offer our customers an integrated range of high-quality cargo, ramp, passenger, fuel stop services within Gambia and various locations across the globe.

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International Trip Support Services :


Our highly professional flight support team with more than 15 years’ experience has the commercial technical and regulatory knowledge with expertise that enables us to handle your flight in the shortest possible time at any civil airport in Gambia

Help to reduce the inconveniences of international flights such as obtaining Gambia overflight & landing permits, escorting of passengers, crew through customs, and immigration. Arranging other services by third-party suppliers.

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Our operations center with its 20 strong team strengths of dispatchers and flight coordinators is on duty 24/7 to meet your every need.


Cost-Effective Overflight Permits


Our skilled flight support team provides extensive international travel support services for flight clearance requirements in Gambia airspace.

You can contact us and our international travel support team will provide you with a full overflight permit fee within 5 minutes.

Cost-Effective Landing Permits


We have direct contacts with worldwide Civil Aviation Authorities (CAA) and in some countries in which CAA is only allowed to process permits through local agents, we have a very professional local representative team available to support our valued customers so that we would be able to arrange landing permits on a short term notice period.

Before applying for an overflight permit, please refer to the following details that may help you understand.

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Travel Information :


  • Relax on an unspoilt beach
While many holiday makers will flock to the Canary Islands or the Caribbean for their beach break fill, The Gambia offers unprecedented access to the sun, sand and sea; often just steps away from your hotel. Many of the beaches are secluded and unspoilt, particularly the beach at the front of White Horse Residence, the perfect spot to witness the sunset.
  • Meet wildlife in The Gambia’s nature reserves
Holidays to The Gambia will provide some great wildlife-spotting opportunities for those who have packed their binoculars. Numerous intriguing nature habitats are dotted around the country, including the Abuko Nature Reserve and Kachikally Crocodile Pool. Green Vervet monkeys are a common sight in hotel grounds, proving you’ll never be too far away from some Gambian wildlife.
  • Explore Banjul
A visit to The Gambia’s capital, Banjul, will add some history and culture to your African adventure. Away from Banjul’s wonderful beaches there are interesting attractions to visit which won’t require you to don your swimming gear, including Albert Market and Arch 22.
  • Embrace The Gambia’s fantastic birdwatching
There are few places in the world to match the quality of birdwatching in The Gambia; just ask Chris Packham! You can embark on exclusive tours led by the TV presenter or his guide in The Gambia, Malick Suso, ticking off some of the 540 species of bird found in the country.
  • Soak up the winter sun
Throughout the UK winter, The Gambia enjoys uninterrupted sunshine, promising the ideal winter sun getaway for those hoping for a dose of vitamin D. November to May provides the best weather conditions, with almost zero rainfall and temperatures well into the 30s.
  • Take a cookery class
Join a cookery class where you’ll start the day in the colourful local fish market before helping to prepare a traditional West African dish. You’ll have the chance to learn more about Gambian culture from Ida, your enigmatic host, before sitting down together in her garden courtyard for lunch.
  • Enjoy a dose of luxury
Whether it’s a dazzling property, upgraded flight service or the rejuvenating Coco Ocean spa facilities, holidays to The Gambia can be undoubtedly enhanced by a range of luxury perks.
  • Stay in an eco-camp or lodge
From floating lodges on the River Gambia to stylish safari tents amid the excitement of a nature reserve, there are a number of accommodation options which will allow you to base yourself within the country’s marvellous natural surroundings.
  • Visit a local market
The Gambia is home to several hustling and bustling markets, all providing a great insight into day-to-day Gambian life, as well as the opportunity to buy some souvenirs to bring home. The craft market in Bakau is one of the best, where you can find beautiful woodcarvings for your sitting room.
  • Take a cruise on the Gambia River
Holidays in The Gambia offer various excursions and experiences to visitors, including popular 4x4 tours. For a more laid-back day, enjoy floating along the Gambia River on a pirogue from where you can witness local fisherman and aquatic birdlife,

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