🇸🇱Sierra Leone Visa for Bahamas Citizens2026 Requirements, Fees & Documents

Visa on arrival30 days max stay

Bahamas passport holders can get a visa on arrival for Sierra Leone (up to 30 days), so no visa is needed before travelling.

Landing visa (visa on arrival) as a Commonwealth member country per NTB official policy effective 5 September 2019 (https://ntb.gov.sl/visa-on-arrival-to-sierra-leone/). Fee: USD 80 / Le800,000 single (non-AU tier); some Commonwealth members receive free VoA under reciprocal agreements but Bahamas is not confirmed free on an official Sierra Leone source. Duration: 30 days; extendable once. Explicit expansion of the official 'Commonwealth member countries' bloc. (verified 2026-07)

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Entering Sierra Leone on a Bahamas passport

  • → Obtain your visa at the Sierra Leone border/airport on arrival; carry the required fee and documents. Apply here ↗

Sierra Leone visa cost for Bahamas citizens

Visa on Arrival - non-AU nationals

USD 80

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Visa on Arrival - African Union nationals

USD 25

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Fees checked 2 Jul 2026 · sourced from official government fee schedules

Sierra Leone visa for Bahamas citizens — FAQ

Do Bahamas citizens need a visa for Sierra Leone?

Bahamas passport holders can get a visa on arrival for Sierra Leone (up to 30 days), so no visa is needed before travelling.

How long can Bahamas citizens stay in Sierra Leone?

Bahamas passport holders can stay in Sierra Leone for up to 30 days per entry under the current visa on arrival arrangement.

What documents do Bahamas citizens need for Sierra Leone?

A passport valid for at least six months, proof of onward travel and funds, and any documents required for the specific Sierra Leone visa category.

How much does the Sierra Leone visa cost for Bahamas citizens?

The Sierra Leone visa on arrival - non-au nationals fee is USD 80.

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