How to Apply for a National Identity Card in The Gambia: Complete Guide

Applying for a National Identity Card in The Gambia involves a clear and straightforward process. This guide outlines the key steps, required documents, and eligibility criteria to ensure you can easily obtain your ID card.

Procedure to Apply for a National Identity Card in Gambia

To apply for your National Identity Card, you need to complete application form GID-001. Along with the form, you must submit original copies of the required supporting documents. The application fee is a non-refundable 200 Dalasi.

Applicants will be interviewed by an Immigration Officer.
Your photograph will be taken free of charge at the GAMBIS station.
After processing, you will be notified when your ID card is ready for pick-up.

Required Documents:
To complete the National Identity Card application, the following supporting documents are required:

Birth Certificate
Gambian Passport
Voter’s Card
Form GID-008 – District Seyfo/Alkalo Attestation Form
Registration/Naturalization Certificate

Eligibility for National Identity Card Application

All Gambian citizens over 18 years of age are eligible to apply for the National Identity Card.

Fees for National Identity Card Application

The application fee for the National Identity Card is 200 Dalasi, which is non-refundable.

Validity of the National Identity Card

The National Identity Card issued under this process remains valid indefinitely unless otherwise stated by the government.

Documents to Use

To download the application form, visit the official GAMBIS Downloads.

Sample Documents

Sample completed documents will be uploaded soon to assist future applicants.

Processing Time

Once you have completed the application process and made the payment, a GAMBIS representative will inform you when to return to pick up your card. Efforts are made to ensure that ID cards can be collected within one business day.

Instructions for Obtaining the National Identity Card

The GAMBIS office holds all records related to the issuance of National Identity Cards.

Required Information for National Identity Card Application

To complete the application process, you will need to provide the following details:

Date of Birth.
City or County of Birth.
Additional required personal information.

Need for the National Identity Card

The National Identity Card is essential for verifying a person’s identity within The Gambia. It serves as an official proof of citizenship and is necessary for various governmental services, including obtaining a Gambian Driver’s License.

Additional Information

The GAMBIS project is the world’s first integrated biometric identity management system. It aims to capture biometric data for all citizens and aliens in The Gambia, involving the issuance of National Identity Cards, Passports, Residential/Work Permits, and Driver’s Licenses.
Your National Identification Number (NIN), which is linked to your fingerprint, will be printed on your National Identity Card. It is essential to remember this number for various transactions and services.