I’m coming from Mali, Guinea-Bissau or Cape Verde; how long will I have to stay in Dakar or Accra?
There is no requirement for you to remain in Dakar or Accra whilst your application is being processed. If you wish to remain you should be aware that standard applications will take up to 9 working days and non-standard or incomplete applications up to 15 working days. Settlement applications may take up to 12 weeks. You may be able to travel back to Mali, Guinea-Bissau or Cape Verde using your national identity card and arrange to have your passport sent back there. However, this can take time, so you should apply at least six weeks before you plan to travel. Remember: if it is easier for you, you can make your application at the British High Commission in Accra.
