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Sierra Leone Visa for Algeria Citizens 2026

Visa on Arrival

Algerian citizens can get a visa on arrival at Freetown's Lungi International Airport for about $80 USD cash (tourist, 30 days), but a yellow fever certificate is mandatory.

Guide last updated September 12, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid at least 6 months beyond entry
  • Yellow fever vaccination certificate — mandatory for entry
  • Return or onward ticket
  • Proof of accommodation
  • Passport-size photo
  • Visa on arrival fee payable in USD cash only
  • Biometrics: fingerprints taken at the immigration counter

Visa types

  • Tourist visa on arrival: single entry, 30 days, fee ~$80 USD, extendable
  • Business visa on arrival: single entry, requires an invitation/sponsor letter, fee ~$160 USD, extendable

Visa on arrival

  • Available at Freetown Lungi International Airport
  • Present passport and yellow fever card at the immigration desk
  • Complete the arrival form and pay the fee in cash
  • Fingerprints taken and entry stamp issued on the spot
  • Queue tip: bring exact USD notes in good condition — worn or torn bills are often refused

Fees & processing time

  • Tourist fee: ~$80 USD cash
  • Business fee: ~$160 USD cash
  • Processing at the counter: about 20 minutes
  • No express option available

Tips for Algeria travelers

  • Pre-registering online via Sierra Leone's e-Visa portal before travel can shorten the airport wait
  • Yellow fever certificate checks are strictly enforced — carry the original card, not a photo
  • Extensions are handled at the Immigration Department headquarters in Freetown
  • Carry crisp, undamaged USD bills as local exchange facilities at the airport are limited

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

This guide is for information only. Visa policies change without notice. Travel Visa Stack is not an immigration authority. Always verify with official government or embassy sources before making travel plans.