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

Citizens of the DR Congo can get a visa on arrival in Sierra Leone.

*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
- **How to apply:** Get your visa at the border
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **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. **Travel to Sierra Leone border** — Arrive at an airport or land border entry point.
2. **Fill out visa application form** — Complete the Visa on Arrival form at the border.
3. **Submit passport and photo** — Provide your passport and a passport-size photograph.
4. **Pay visa fee** — Pay the required fee in cash at the border.
5. **Receive visa and enter** — Get your visa stamped and proceed through immigration.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport** (Identity): Must have at least 6 months validity.
- **Completed arrival form** (Travel): Obtained on arrival at border.
- **Passport-size photograph** (Identity): One recent photo for the visa.
- **Visa fee payment** (Financial): Pay in cash at the border.
- **Return/onward ticket** (Travel): Proof of departure from Sierra Leone.
- **Proof of accommodation** (Travel, optional): Hotel reservation or invitation letter.
- **Yellow fever vaccination certificate** (Supporting): Required for entry.

## Good to know

- Visa on Arrival availability and requirements may change; check with the nearest embassy before travel.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient passport validity** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months.
- **Lack of onward ticket** — Have a return or onward ticket ready.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of the DR Congo need a visa for Sierra Leone?

Citizens of the DR Congo can get a visa on arrival in Sierra Leone.

### How long can citizens of the DR Congo stay in Sierra Leone?

Up to 30 days.

### What documents do citizens of the DR Congo need for Sierra Leone?

Valid passport; Completed arrival form; Passport-size photograph; Visa fee payment; Return/onward ticket; 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.

## Sources

- DRC eVisa - Apply Online for the Democratic Republic of the Congo ... (congo-evisa.com, third-party site)
- Visa requirements for Democratic Republic of the Congo citizens (en.wikipedia.org, third-party site)
- Visa | EMBASSY OF THE REPUBLIC OF CONGO (ambacongo-us.org, third-party site)

## More

- [Sierra Leone visa for every passport](/visa/sierra-leone)
- [Every destination for DR Congo passport holders](/visa/passport/dr-congo)