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title: Sierra Leone visa for citizens of Canada
description: "Citizens of Canada can get a visa on arrival in Sierra Leone. Stay up to 30 days. Fee: $80. Processing: On arrival. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Sierra Leone visa for citizens of Canada

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

*Not yet verified · last checked 2026-08-16. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

> Our latest check could not confirm these details against an official source, or found a conflict. Treat them as a starting point and confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you book.

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Visa on Arrival · Tourist (30 days)
- **How to apply:** Get your visa at the border
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Visa validity:** 30 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** On arrival
- **Government fee:** $80
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required

## How to apply

1. **Arrive at airport or border crossing** — Proceed to the immigration area with your documents.
2. **Fill in arrival/departure card** — Complete the card provided on the flight or at the immigration desk.
3. **Submit documents and pay visa fee** — Hand over your passport, photo, and proof of onward travel; pay the visa fee in cash (USD or local currency).
4. **Receive visa stamp and collect passport** — The immigration officer will stamp your passport with a visa on arrival, allowing entry.
5. **Proceed through passport control** — After receiving the visa, go through passport control to enter the country.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport (with at least 6 months validity)** (Identity)
- **Completed arrival/departure card** (Travel): Provided on board or at immigration
- **Passport-sized photograph** (Identity): 1 or 2 recent photos
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel): Proof of onward travel
- **Hotel reservation or proof of accommodation** (Travel): For the duration of stay
- **Sufficient funds for stay** (Financial, optional): May be asked to show cash or bank statement
- **Yellow fever vaccination certificate** (Supporting): Required for entry into Sierra Leone

## Proof of funds

- Cash
- Bank statement

Proof of sufficient funds may be requested at immigration discretion.

## Good to know

- Cash in USD is recommended as credit cards may not be accepted for visa fee payment.
- Visa on arrival is subject to immigration approval; ensure all required documents are ready.
- Check for any travel advisories or policy changes before departure.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Passport validity less than 6 months** — Ensure your passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended stay.
- **No onward/return ticket** — Have a confirmed return or onward ticket before arrival.
- **Insufficient funds** — Carry enough cash or evidence of funds for your stay.
- **Missing vaccination certificate** — Obtain a yellow fever vaccination certificate well in advance.

## FAQs

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

Citizens of Canada can get a visa on arrival in Sierra Leone. Visa type: Visa on Arrival · Tourist (30 days).

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

Up to 30 days.

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

Government fee: $80.

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

Valid passport (with at least 6 months validity); Completed arrival/departure card; Passport-sized photograph; Return or onward ticket; Hotel reservation or proof of accommodation; Yellow fever vaccination certificate; and 1 more depending on your situation.

### How long must my passport be valid for Sierra Leone?

At least 6 months.

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