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title: Ethiopia visa for citizens of Sierra Leone
description: "Citizens of Sierra Leone can get a visa on arrival in Ethiopia. Stay up to 90 days. Processing: On arrival. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Ethiopia visa for citizens of Sierra Leone

Citizens of Sierra Leone can get a visa on arrival in Ethiopia.

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

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Visa on Arrival · Tourist (up to 90 days)
- **How to apply:** Get your visa at the border
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** On arrival
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Sufficient funds for stay

## How to apply

1. **Arrive at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport** — Only this airport issues visa on arrival for Sierra Leone passport holders
2. **Go to visa on arrival counter** — Present passport, photo, and supporting documents
3. **Pay visa fee** — Pay the applicable fee in cash (USD or ETB)
4. **Receive visa and enter** — Visa is stamped in passport; proceed to immigration

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months from arrival
- **Passport photo** (Identity): Recent passport-sized photograph
- **Onward/return ticket** (Travel): Proof of onward or return travel
- **Proof of accommodation** (Travel): Hotel booking or invitation letter
- **Proof of funds** (Financial): Bank statement or cash sufficient for stay
- **Visa fee payment** (Supporting): Paid at visa on arrival counter in cash (USD or ETB)

## Good to know

- Visa on arrival is only available at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, not at land borders or other airports
- Carry sufficient cash in USD or ETB for the visa fee

## Common refusal reasons

- **Invalid passport (less than 6 months validity)** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months from date of arrival
- **Insufficient funds or lack of onward ticket** — Carry proof of sufficient funds and confirmed onward/return ticket

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Sierra Leone need a visa for Ethiopia?

Citizens of Sierra Leone can get a visa on arrival in Ethiopia. Visa type: Visa on Arrival · Tourist (up to 90 days).

### How long can citizens of Sierra Leone stay in Ethiopia?

Up to 90 days.

### What documents do citizens of Sierra Leone need for Ethiopia?

Valid passport; Passport photo; Onward/return ticket; Proof of accommodation; Proof of funds; Visa fee payment.

### How long must my passport be valid for Ethiopia?

At least 6 months.

## More

- [Ethiopia visa for every passport](/visa/ethiopia)
- [Every destination for Sierra Leone passport holders](/visa/passport/sierra-leone)