Travelling to Sierra Leone

What Sierra Leone asks of visitors, what it costs, and how long it takes.

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Visas and permits for Sierra Leone

1 on file. Open one for the documents, fees and processing time.

Visa on Arrival
Visa issued upon arrival in Sierra Leone.
80 USD
Visa at the border

Good to know

Practical facts worth having before you land.

Capital
Freetown
Currency
SLL
Official language
English
Dialling code
+232
Time zone
UTC+0
Emergency number
999
Region
Africa

Visa rules change without notice. Confirm with Sierra Leone's embassy or official visa portal before you book. EzVisa is information, not legal advice.