D3 Million Fine Proposed for ‘Aggravated Migrant Smuggling’ Under New Immigration Bill
The Gambia could soon impose a minimum fine of D3 million on individuals convicted of “aggravated migrant smuggling,” as lawmakers continue scrutinising the proposed Immigration Bill 2026, which seeks to criminalise migrant smuggling for the first time in the country’s history.
More in this parliamentary report.
GID Commissioner Gassama: Previous Applicants Can Pick Up Their National Documents
After failing to issue national documents for most of 2024, the Gambia Immigration Department (GID) held a press conference at their headquarters in Banjul on 27th December 2024, announcing the resumption of issuance of national documents.
More in the news report.
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