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Sierra Leone Visa Requirements 2026

eVisa 30 days $80

Visa requirements for Sierra Leone: evisa (apply online) for up to 30 days, $80. Updated 30 May 2026. Plus passport rules, customs, and prohibited items.

Last updated 30 May 2026 Β· Source: Warnely editorial team + official government source

Sierra Leone visa at a glance

Policy
eVisa (apply online)
Length of stay
30 days
Cost
$80
Passport
Valid 6+ months.
Official source
evisa.sl.gov.sl

eVisa $80 for 30 days for most Western. Yellow fever certificate required.

E-visa (30 days) for UK/US/EU.

Customs allowances

Yellow fever certificate required.

Prohibited items

Drones restricted. Drug laws strict.

This is editorial summary, not legal advice. Visa rules change frequently. Always verify with the destination country's official immigration website (evisa.sl.gov.sl) or your nearest embassy before travel. Requirements vary by passport β€” the rules above reflect the most common cases for US/UK/EU/Canada/Australia/NZ visitors.

Frequently asked questions about Sierra Leone visas

Do I need a visa to visit Sierra Leone?

eVisa (apply online) applies for Sierra Leone: eVisa $80 for 30 days for most Western. Yellow fever certificate required.

How much does a Sierra Leone visa cost?

The Sierra Leone visa costs $80. This is the published fee on the official application channel (evisa.sl.gov.sl/). Third-party visa agents charge extra; apply directly via the official site to avoid markup.

How long can I stay in Sierra Leone?

The standard evisa (apply online) allows 30 days per entry. Most policies are extendable in-country at an immigration office for an additional fee β€” check the official source for current extension rules. Visa runs (leaving and re-entering to reset the clock) are increasingly scrutinised; do not rely on them.

What passport validity does Sierra Leone require?

Valid 6+ months.

Where do I apply for a Sierra Leone visa?

Apply directly at the official government source: https://evisa.sl.gov.sl/. Many third-party sites charge inflated fees for the same form. Always check the URL ends in a government domain (.gov, .gov.<country>, or the country's official immigration domain) before paying.