Sierra Leone

SA passport holders do require a visa for entry into Sierra Leone.

Online Applications: evisa.sl
Visa applications for the following purposes may be applied for online: tourism, business, religion, and academic or ordinary visit to see family and friends.

• Each traveler must obtain a separate Visa, including infants and children (even if children/infants are included in their parents passports). Visa Applications can be made for groups / families via the platform.
• Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date you intend to enter the country.
• Payment must be made with major credit / debit card

NOTE: if your visa is approved, you will receive email confirmation. The visa will be issued on arrival at the border.

To Apply for Work Permits / Residency, refer to: slid.gov.sl

Visa for African Union (AU) nationals:
Multiple Entry: valid for 365 days, for a stay of up to 30 days
Single Entry: valid for 90 days, for a stay of up to 30 days

Multiple Entry: $50
Single Entry: $25

Representation accredited from Accra, Ghana

Compulsory: Yellow Fever
Recommended Travel Vaccines: Hepatitis A & B, Meningitis, Rabies, Typhoid, Tetanus, Polio
Malaria Risk

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