This airport serves Saint-Louis on the northwest coast of Senegal. The small city is known for its colonial architecture and is located 320 km north of the capital city of Dakar.
| Cities: | Saint-Louis | Country: | Senegal | |
| ICAO: | GOSS | IATA: | XLS | |
| Elevation: | 3m (10 Ft.) | Latitude/longitude: | 16° 02’59.3’’ N- 016°27’39.8’’ W | |
| Operating hours: | 7am-5pm | Runways: | 2 | |
| Slots: | N/A | PPR: | N/A | |
| Timezone: | UTC | Longest runway: | 1,900 x 30m | |
| Tower frequency: | 118,7 | Fire category: | CAT 6 |
On the Ground
Airport location: Twenty minutes from Saint Louis city centre
Terminal capacity: 50 passengers
PCN: 49/R/C/W/U
Types of aircraft handled: Up to A330
Navaid available: Yes
FBO: Not available
Fuel types: Jet A1
Operational Information
Landing permits: Must be obtained from the CAA before landing
Crew visas: Not required
Customs: Available
Alternative airports: GOBD, GBYD
Important numbers:
- Fire: 1212
- Police: 1212
- Airport Authority: +221339613175
- Customs: +221339613175
Immigration
- Citizens of 125 countries can visit Senegal without a visa for up to 90 days. To find out what countries are included, visit cic.gc.ca/english/information/
- Tanzanian nationals can obtain a visa on arrival provided they hold a valid official invitation and an onward ticket.
Documentation required: A passport with six months’ validity
Tourist Information
Climate:
Generally, Saint Louis enjoys high temperatures all year round. However, there is good weather with pleasant average temperatures in January, May, June, and July. The rainfall season takes place in September. The coolest month is January and the warmest is October. August is the driest month in Saint Louis.
Security: There are no security issues in Saint Louis
Accommodation:
- Hotel de la Poste
- Hotel de la Residence
- Hotel du Palais
- Hotel Mermoz
Attractions:
- Djoudj National Bird Sanctuary
- Parque Nacional de la Lengua de Barbaria
- Musée Jean Mermoz
- Langue de Barbarie
For support with your flight operations to Saint Louis, contact UAS