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RP-D — Residential Permit Type D (Family/Dependents)
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RP-D — Residential Permit Type D (Family/Dependents)

Residency Pathway

At a Glance

Processing Time

1 day – 1 month

Estimated Cost

Not confirmed

Varies (often included in primary permit)

Stay Duration

1 year

Renewable

Renewal

Renewable

Family

Not specified

PR Pathway

None

Sponsor

No job offer needed

Work

Remote not required

Overview

Permit category for spouses and children under 18 of a legal resident or Gambian citizen.

This permit is designed for the family members of legal residents in The Gambia. It is often processed in conjunction with the primary holder's Type B permit. Documentation proving the familial relationship is mandatory.

Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Proof of relationship (marriage/birth certificates)

Copy of primary holder's permit/ID

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Marriage certificate

Birth certificates

Primary holder's residence permit

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

  • Allows family reunification
  • Simplified process if attached to primary holder

Worth Knowing

  • Often subject to individual officer discretion
  • May be bundled with primary holder's permit
  • Lack of proof of relationship
  • Primary holder's permit expired

Application Process

1

Enter The Gambia

2

Visit GID headquarters

3

Submit proof of relationship and primary holder documents

4

Pay applicable fees

5

Collect permit

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