Apply For Visa

All visitors wishing to travel to the Republic of Sierra Leone must obtain an appropriate visa or entry permit to enter the country. Visa applications must be made through the Sierra Leone High Commission in Nairobi, Kenya.
Citizens of Kenya, Uganda, Botswana and Malawi are exempted from this requirement and do not need an entry permit to enter Sierra Leone.
The granting of a Sierra Leone visa is only a form of pre-entry clearance. It does not guarantee permission to enter the country. The Immigration Officer at the port of entry reserves the right to grant or deny admission. Visa holders are subject to the normal immigration control at any port of entry. Visitors to Sierra Leone require a valid visa each time they enter the country.

Types of Visa

The Sierra Leone tourist/visitor or business single entry visa is usually valid for 3 months from the date issued for a stay not to exceed 30 days.
Tourist visa is a non-immigrant visa for persons desiring to enter Sierra Leone for vacation/tourism.
The multiple entry visa is valid for either 6 months or one year from date of issue for maximum stay of 30 days on each entry visit.
Business Visa Is for applicants who manifest and demonstrate sufficient ability to conduct business in Sierra Leone. A letter of introduction from a reputable/credible company outlining purpose and nature of business must be submitted.