According to OECD data, approximately 700,000 Senegalese currently live outside the country. Every year, some of you return to Senegal for a few weeks of vacation. Between family reunions and outings with friends, this trip is also a rare opportunity to make concrete progress on your real estate project in Senegal. The question is: how can you make the most of this limited time so you don’t leave anything to chance? Check out our guide, which walks you through the process step by step—just like a travel itinerary—to turn your next vacation into a real investment.
Before You Leave: Create Your Real Estate Schedule
A two- or three-week stay goes by quickly. We recommend that you start planning your trip before you even board the plane, so you don’t waste any time.
Schedule your appointments in advance
First, make a list of the appointments you need to schedule: with the developer, the notary, and the bank. Next, contact your representative at REALITES SENEGAL by phone or WhatsApp to schedule a visit to the development you’re interested in. This will help you avoid wasting several days once you arrive there.
Gather your documents before you leave
Before you travel, be sure to print out copies of a few essential documents:
- Identification,
- Proof of income,
- Bank Account Information (RIB).
Be sure to also check out the diaspora service at APIX (Agency for the Promotion of Investment and Major Projects). This public agency connects Senegalese living abroad with the right contacts.
Choose the right time period
If your vacation dates are flexible, a trip between July and September offers an advantage. This is the rainy season in Senegal, also known as the “hivernage” period. You’ll be able to observe the neighborhood and its surroundings under real-world conditions: accessibility, rainwater runoff, and how the surrounding infrastructure functions. The rainy season thus provides a better understanding of the area’s characteristics before investing.
No plans to go back home this year?
It is not always possible to travel to Senegal. In such cases, our teams also reach out to the diaspora abroad. In June 2026, our CEO, Amadou Dieng, spoke at the Build Africa Expo in New York to engage directly with Senegalese people living in North America about their real estate projects back home. Our teams support you every step of the way and are always available to advise you and help you move forward with confidence, no matter where you are.
On-site: Meetings that will help move your real estate project forward during your vacation in Senegal
Once you’re there, we recommend planning your days around three highlights.
A tour of the construction site or the model apartment
First, if you have the opportunity, visit the location of your future apartment in person—nothing beats an on-site visit. At REALITES SENEGAL, our model apartment at the SIKI residence in Almadies lets you feel the materials, test a window, or take in the view from a balcony. It’s also the perfect time to discuss the finishes andlayout of your home with your developer—details that are often overlooked when making decisions remotely.
The visit to the notary
Furthermore, in Senegal, any real estate sale must be notarized to be valid, in accordance with the Construction Code, as amended by Law No. 2023-20 of December 29, 2023. While you’re there, take the opportunity to verify the land title for the parcel and its cadastral identification number (NICAD) issued by the General Directorate of Taxes and Public Property (DGID).
If you have to leave before the process is complete, this is also an opportunity to draw up a notarized power of attorney. This will allow a family member or your notary to act on your behalf, in full compliance with the law, once you have left.
An appointment at a local bank
Finally, if you’re considering a mortgage, visiting a bank branch can speed up the financing process. Today, several Senegalese banks offer products specifically designed for the diaspora. If you have the time, go directly to a branch to compare these offers.
By spreading these three out over the course of your stay, you’ll be able to make progress on your case, which has been at a standstill for months.
Why does REALITES make this short stay a key milestone?
At REALITES SENEGAL, we know that your time here is limited.
A single point of contact, from the first contact to handing over the keys
Your dedicated sales representative will guide you through the process, from your first visit all the way to the handover of the keys. They understand your situation, answer your questions and address your concerns—which are often heightened by the distance—and remain available even after your vacation is over. This close relationship ensures that every step of your project receives the same attention throughout the entire purchasing process.
Ongoing support after you return
Once your vacation is over, our support doesn’t stop. Our CRM —commonly known as a customer relationship management tool—lets you track the progress of the project from abroad, with regular photos and videos. Every minute you spend on-site is thus extended, even after you return home, through transparent remote monitoring.
In short: Your vacation is the perfect time to move forward with your real estate project in Senegal
A trip to the country isn’t just a time to relax. When well-organized, it becomes an opportunity to make real progress on your real estate project in Senegal: visiting the construction site, meeting with a notary, choosing finishes, and discussing financing with the bank. A few well-planned days are sometimes worth more than months of remote communication. Is your next vacation in Senegal coming up? Contact our teams in Dakar today to create a customized real estate itinerary.