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title: Sierra Leone visa for citizens of France
description: "Citizens of France 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 France

Citizens of France 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
- **Proof of funds:** Sufficient funds for stay

## How to apply

1. **Arrive at airport in Sierra Leone** — Travel to Freetown International Airport (or other land borders)
2. **Proceed to Visa on Arrival counter** — Locate the immigration desk for visa issuance before passport control
3. **Submit required documents** — Present passport, return ticket, vaccination certificate, and payment
4. **Pay visa fee** — Pay the applicable fee in cash (USD) at the counter
5. **Receive visa and entry stamp** — Officer will affix visa sticker and entry stamp in passport

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months from date of entry
- **Return/onward ticket** (Travel): Confirmed ticket showing departure from Sierra Leone
- **Yellow fever vaccination certificate** (Supporting): Required for entry; proof of vaccination
- **Visa fee (cash in USD)** (Financial): Pay at the airport upon arrival
- **Hotel booking or accommodation proof** (Travel, optional): May be requested by immigration officer
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial, optional): Bank statement or cash may be requested

## Proof of funds

- Cash
- Bank statement

Proof of sufficient funds may be requested; $500 recommended

## Good to know

- Visa on Arrival may not be available at all border crossings; check with embassy for land entries
- Visa policies change frequently; confirm before travel

## Common refusal reasons

- **Invalid or insufficient passport validity** — Ensure passport valid at least 6 months from entry date
- **Lack of onward ticket** — Have a confirmed return or onward ticket
- **Missing yellow fever vaccination certificate** — Get vaccinated and carry the certificate

## FAQs

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

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

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

Up to 30 days.

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

Government fee: $80.

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

Valid passport; Return/onward ticket; Yellow fever vaccination certificate; Visa fee (cash in USD); Hotel booking or accommodation proof; Proof of sufficient funds.

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

At least 6 months.

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