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Sierra Leone Visa Guide

Freetown · SLL

Updated Mar 2026

Processing Time

Instant

Validity

30 days stay

Fee

SLL 500,000 (approx ₹3,500)

Overview

Indian citizens can obtain a tourist visa on arrival in Sierra Leone. The visa is valid for 30 days and can be extended for an additional 30 days. The visa fee is paid in cash upon arrival. Indians are required to have a valid return ticket and sufficient funds for their stay.

Required Documents

1Valid Indian passport (min 6 months validity, 2 blank pages)
2Completed visa application form (from official website)
3Recent passport photograph (exact size 35x45mm, white background)
4Confirmed return flight tickets
5Hotel booking confirmation
6Bank statement last 3 months (min balance)
7Employment proof / ITR / salary slips
8Travel insurance
9Yellow fever vaccination certificate

Application Process

1
Gather required documents
Collect all the required documents, including a valid passport, completed application form, recent passport photograph, and confirmed return flight tickets.
2
Pay the visa fee
Pay the visa fee in cash upon arrival at the airport or at the immigration office in Freetown.
3
Submit the application
Submit the application form and supporting documents to the immigration officer.
4
Collect the visa
Collect the visa from the immigration officer after the application has been processed.

Tips for Approval

✓It's recommended to have a valid return ticket and sufficient funds for your stay to avoid any issues with the immigration officer.
✓Make sure to have a valid yellow fever vaccination certificate, as it's required for entry into Sierra Leone.
✓The visa fee is paid in cash, so make sure to have the exact amount in SLL.
✓The immigration officer may ask for additional documents, so be prepared to provide them.