What documents does a United Kingdom citizen need for a Sierra Leone visa?

Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry A return or onward ticket Proof of accommodation Evidence of sufficient funds for the stay Yellow fever vaccination certificate, required for entry A passport-style photo for the visa application Travel health insurance is recommended

What types of visas can United Kingdom citizens get for Sierra Leone?

Tourist visa on arrival - single entry, typically valid for a stay of up to 30-90 days depending on the officer's assessment and supporting documents Business visa - for short business visits, usually requiring an invitation letter from a local company An online e-visa application (where available via the Sierra Leone immigration portal) can be used to pre-clear before travel

Can United Kingdom citizens get a Sierra Leone visa on arrival?

Present your passport, yellow fever certificate, photo, return ticket and accommodation proof at Lungi International Airport immigration Complete the arrival visa application form and pay the fee in cash (USD is widely accepted) or by card where facilities allow Processing at the airport typically takes 30-60 minutes Pre-applying through the online e-visa system before departure, where available, can speed up arrival processing

How much does a Sierra Leone visa cost for United Kingdom citizens?

Visa on arrival fee: approximately USD 80-160 depending on visa category and validity requested On-arrival processing: typically 30-60 minutes Online e-visa (if used): usually processed within a few business days before travel

What should United Kingdom citizens know before traveling to Sierra Leone?

Carry your yellow fever vaccination certificate at all times - entry can be refused without it Bring US dollars in cash for the visa fee, as card payment facilities at the airport can be unreliable Arrange a visa extension through the Sierra Leone Immigration Department in Freetown if your stay will exceed the period granted on arrival The British High Commission in Freetown can provide consular support Allow extra time for the ferry or road transfer from Lungi Airport into Freetown, as it is not connected by a direct road bridge

Sierra Leone Visa for United Kingdom Citizens 2026

Visa on Arrival

UK citizens can obtain a visa on arrival at Freetown's international airport, though pre-applying online is recommended to avoid delays.

Guide last updated October 7, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry
A return or onward ticket
Proof of accommodation
Evidence of sufficient funds for the stay
Yellow fever vaccination certificate, required for entry
A passport-style photo for the visa application
Travel health insurance is recommended

Visa types

Tourist visa on arrival - single entry, typically valid for a stay of up to 30-90 days depending on the officer's assessment and supporting documents
Business visa - for short business visits, usually requiring an invitation letter from a local company
An online e-visa application (where available via the Sierra Leone immigration portal) can be used to pre-clear before travel

Visa on arrival

Present your passport, yellow fever certificate, photo, return ticket and accommodation proof at Lungi International Airport immigration
Complete the arrival visa application form and pay the fee in cash (USD is widely accepted) or by card where facilities allow
Processing at the airport typically takes 30-60 minutes
Pre-applying through the online e-visa system before departure, where available, can speed up arrival processing

Fees & processing time

Visa on arrival fee: approximately USD 80-160 depending on visa category and validity requested
On-arrival processing: typically 30-60 minutes
Online e-visa (if used): usually processed within a few business days before travel

Tips for United Kingdom travelers

Carry your yellow fever vaccination certificate at all times - entry can be refused without it
Bring US dollars in cash for the visa fee, as card payment facilities at the airport can be unreliable
Arrange a visa extension through the Sierra Leone Immigration Department in Freetown if your stay will exceed the period granted on arrival
The British High Commission in Freetown can provide consular support
Allow extra time for the ferry or road transfer from Lungi Airport into Freetown, as it is not connected by a direct road bridge

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

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