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

Citizens of Gabon 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 · Tourist (30 days)
- **How to apply:** Get your visa at the border
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 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 the border** — Proceed to the immigration desk at the airport or land border.
2. **Complete arrival form** — Fill in the visa-on-arrival application form provided by immigration.
3. **Submit documents and pay fee** — Hand over passport, photo, arrival form, and pay the visa fee in cash.
4. **Receive visa stamp** — Immigration officer will stamp your passport with the visa on arrival.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months from entry.
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel): Proof of onward travel required.
- **Passport-size photo** (Identity): One recent photo for visa application form.
- **Completed arrival form** (Supporting): Filled in at the border.
- **Visa fee payment** (Supporting): Payable in cash (USD or local currency) at entry point.
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial): May be requested as bank statement or cash.
- **Yellow fever vaccination certificate** (Supporting): Required for entry from endemic countries.

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** Not specified
- Cash
- Bank statement

Ensure you have enough cash for the visa fee and your stay.

## Good to know

- Visa on arrival is only available at certain entry points (e.g., Lungi International Airport).
- Have the exact fee in USD or local currency (Sierra Leonean Leone) to avoid change issues.
- Entry may be denied if onward ticket or yellow fever certificate is missing.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient passport validity (less than 6 months).** — Ensure passport is valid for 6 months beyond intended stay.
- **Missing return or onward ticket.** — Book a confirmed onward ticket before travel.
- **No yellow fever vaccination certificate.** — Get vaccinated and carry the certificate.

## FAQs

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

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

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

Up to 30 days.

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

Valid passport; Return or onward ticket; Passport-size photo; Completed arrival form; Visa fee payment; Proof of sufficient funds; and 1 more.

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

At least 6 months.

## More

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