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

Visa on arrival30 days max stay

South African 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) for ordinary passport holders as a BRICS / African Union member per NTB official policy effective 5 September 2019 (https://ntb.gov.sl/visa-on-arrival-to-sierra-leone/). Fee: USD 25 / Le250,000 (non-ECOWAS AU tier). Duration: 30 days; extendable once. Ordinary passports only; diplomatic/service/official passports are separately visa-waived under the 2023 agreement (see conditional_access). Explicit expansion of the official 'BRICS' bloc. (verified 2026-07)

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Entering Sierra Leone on a South African 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 South African 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 South African citizens — FAQ

Do South African citizens need a visa for Sierra Leone?

South African 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 South African citizens stay in Sierra Leone?

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

What documents do South African 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 South African citizens?

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

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