ENTRY VISA
Kindly find below the map and the link for visas and entry conditions in Senegal.

For delegates whose nationalities are eligible for a visa on arrival, AFCAC can issue a visa-on-arrival facilitation letter to assist with obtaining it upon arrival at the airport. However, for those whose nationalities require a visa prior to entry, we strongly request that they secure their visa before travelling to Senegal.

The following countries need to apply for visa before leaving their country:
Angola, Equatorial Guinea, Mozambique, Sao Tome & Principe, Somalia, Sudan, South Sudan, Tanzania, Djibouti, Eritrea and Libya.

ACCOMMODATION
Please note that the workshop venue is Hotel Neptune, Saly, where the meeting room, lunch, and dinner for all participants will be provided. An additional hotel, Sen Hotel, has also been arranged. Delegates accommodated at Sen Hotel will have breakfast on-site, and a shuttle service will be provided throughout the workshop.
Please find below the link to select your preferred hotel option and provide your flight details for further processing.

AST-Hotel-Registration – AFCAC

TRANSPORTATION
AFCAC will arrange airport transfers, including pick-up from Dakar Blaise Diagne International Airport to your respective hotel and drop-off from your hotel back to the airport.

HEALTH
Participants are informed that a valid certificate of vaccination against yellow fever is required. The participants should ensure that they have applied for a valid health insurance for the coverage of any medical care during their stay in Senegal.

MEDICAL SERVICES
In case of need participants can seek treatment at one of the following clinics near to the venue. All cost for medical services will be covered by the participant.
Clinique Léopold Sédar Senghor ,24/7 clinic services, located in Saly, Tel: +221 77 765 53 53
Urgences 24 – Emergency clinic, 24/7, address: 79E Route de Saly, Tel: +221 33 957 47 47
Clinique de la Petite Côte Adams – General medical clinic in Saly Portudal, Tel: +221 33 957 19 09

PHARMACY SERVICES
Pharmacie Parasaly — Voie Piétonne, Saly Portudal, Tel : 33 957 34 44
Pharmacie Saly — Casino Terrou Saly, Saly Portudal, Tel: 33 957 12 05
Pharmacie Salve Regina — Route du Golf, Saly, Tel: 33 957 09 77

CURRENCY
The local currency is the West African CFA Franc (XOF). While most hotels, major restaurants, and some shops accept credit cards, it is recommended to carry some cash for smaller purchases.

TIME ZONE
Time zone: GMT (Greenwich Mean Time). Dakar operates on GMT+0 with no time difference.

CLIMATE

November in Saly falls within the dry season, offering warm and pleasant weather. Temperatures generally range between 25°C and 32°C, with low humidity and very little rainfall. Light, comfortable clothing is recommended, as well as a light layer for cooler evenings.

ELECTRICITY
Voltage: 230V
Frequency: 50Hz
Power sockets: Type C, D, E, and K (It is recommended to bring a universal adapter).

EMERGENCY SERVICES
Police : 17
Fire Brigade : 18

INSTRUCTION AND DOCUMENTATION
The meeting will be conducted in a paperless format.
Participants are therefore advised to bring their laptops to access the meeting documents.