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title: El Salvador visa for citizens of Sierra Leone
description: "Citizens of Sierra Leone need pre-approval online, then collect a visa on arrival in El Salvador. Stay up to 90 days. Fee: $30. Processing: 5–10 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# El Salvador visa for citizens of Sierra Leone

Citizens of Sierra Leone need pre-approval online, then collect a visa on arrival in El Salvador.

*Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

Official application site: https://rree.gob.sv/tramites/servicios/solicitud-de-visa-por-medios-electronicos/

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Pre-approval + VOA · eVisa · Tourist (up to 90 days)
- **How to apply:** Approve online, collect at arrival
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days
- **Visa validity:** 90 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** 5–10 days
- **Government fee:** $30
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Bank statements or proof of sufficient funds for stay

## How to apply

1. **Access the official eVisa portal** — Visit the Salvadoran Ministry of Foreign Affairs website
2. **Create an account** — Register with your email and create a secure password
3. **Complete the online application form** — Provide personal, passport, and travel information accurately
4. **Upload required documents** — Upload digital copies of all supporting documents as specified
5. **Pay the visa fee** — Pay the non-refundable USD 30 fee online via credit/debit card
6. **Submit the application** — Review all information and submit the application
7. **Wait for processing** — Processing typically takes 5-10 business days
8. **Receive eVisa via email** — If approved, the eVisa PDF will be sent to your email
9. **Print the eVisa** — Carry a printed copy of the eVisa for immigration upon arrival
10. **Travel to El Salvador** — Present passport and eVisa at the port of entry

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport (minimum 6 months validity)** (Travel): Must have at least two blank pages
- **Completed online application form** (Supporting): Fill out and submit via the official portal
- **Digital passport photo (white background, recent)** (Supporting): 2x2 inches, JPEG format
- **Proof of onward/return travel** (Travel): Flight itinerary or booking confirmation
- **Proof of accommodation** (Supporting): Hotel reservation or invitation letter
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial): Bank statements from last 3 months
- **Travel medical insurance** (Supporting, optional): Recommended for the entire stay
- **Yellow fever vaccination certificate** (Supporting): If traveling from an endemic country
- **Police clearance certificate** (Supporting, optional): May be requested for longer stays

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** Sufficient funds for the duration of stay (amount not stated)
- Bank statements (last 3 months)
- Credit card statements
- Cash or traveler's cheques

Proof of funds must show ability to cover expenses without working

## Good to know

- The eVisa is valid for a single entry only.
- Overstaying the 90-day period may result in fines or future visa denial.
- Ensure passport validity of at least 6 months from date of entry.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete or incorrect application form** — Double-check all entries and use exactly as shown in passport
- **Insufficient funds or unclear financial proof** — Provide clear, recent bank statements showing adequate balance
- **Previous immigration violations or criminal record** — Obtain a police clearance certificate if requested and be transparent
- **Missing or invalid documents** — Upload all required documents in the correct format and within validity

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Sierra Leone need a visa for El Salvador?

Citizens of Sierra Leone need pre-approval online, then collect a visa on arrival in El Salvador. Visa type: eVisa · Tourist (up to 90 days).

### How long can citizens of Sierra Leone stay in El Salvador?

Up to 90 days.

### How much does the El Salvador visa cost for citizens of Sierra Leone?

Government fee: $30.

### How long does El Salvador visa processing take?

Typically 5–10 days.

### What documents do citizens of Sierra Leone need for El Salvador?

Valid passport (minimum 6 months validity); Completed online application form; Digital passport photo (white background, recent); Proof of onward/return travel; Proof of accommodation; Proof of sufficient funds; and 3 more.

### How long must my passport be valid for El Salvador?

At least 6 months.

### Where do I apply?

On the official site: https://rree.gob.sv/tramites/servicios/solicitud-de-visa-por-medios-electronicos/

## Sources

- [rree.gob.sv](https://rree.gob.sv/tramites/servicios/solicitud-de-visa-por-medios-electronicos/)

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