Senegal’s government unveiled a recovery plan on 1 August 2025, introducing new taxes, fraud controls, and visa fees.
Senegal’s government announced an economic recovery plan on 1 August 2025 aimed at reducing external borrowing and improving public finances.
The plan, presented by Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko, includes tax reforms and regulatory measures to increase state revenue.
The government will introduce taxes on the digital sector, including online gaming and digital advertisements, and increase tobacco taxes from 70% to 100%. It will also remove some tax exemptions and introduce visa fees for travellers from non-African countries and African states that require visas from Senegalese citizens.
Additionally, the General Tax Code is being reformed to simplify and clarify the tax system, and local taxes will be reviewed due to low current rates.
The Minister of Communication and Telecommunications will introduce fees for the audiovisual sector, including standard rates for advertisements and digital services.
The plan also raises the age limit for importing passenger vehicles to benefit the Senegalese diaspora.
