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title: Sierra Leone visa for citizens of Latvia
description: "Citizens of Latvia need a visa for Sierra Leone and can apply online for an eVisa. Stay up to 30 days. Fee: $75. Processing: 3–5 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Sierra Leone visa for citizens of Latvia

Citizens of Latvia need a visa for Sierra Leone and can apply online for an eVisa.

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

Application site: https://evisa.sl

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** eVisa · Tourist
- **How to apply:** Fully online — no office visit
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Visa validity:** 90 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** 3–5 days
- **Government fee:** $75
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Proof of sufficient funds for stay (e.g., bank statement last 3 months, minimum $500)

## How to apply

1. **Create an account on the eVisa portal** — Visit https://evisa.sl and register with your email
2. **Select visa type and fill the application form** — Choose Tourist eVisa and provide personal, passport, and travel details
3. **Upload required documents** — Upload passport copy, photo, flight booking, accommodation, and bank statement
4. **Pay the visa fee online** — Pay USD 75 using a credit or debit card
5. **Submit application and wait for processing** — Processing takes 3-5 business days; you will receive updates by email
6. **Receive eVisa via email** — Approved eVisa is sent as a PDF; print it and present at border arrival

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport (min 6 months validity)** (Travel): Scanned copy of the bio-data page
- **Passport-size photo (white background)** (Travel): Recent, 35x45 mm
- **Travel itinerary / flight booking** (Travel): Round-trip or onward ticket
- **Hotel reservation or letter of invitation** (Travel): Proof of accommodation for the entire stay
- **Bank statement (last 3 months)** (Financial): Showing sufficient balance, at least $500
- **Yellow fever vaccination certificate** (Supporting): If traveling from or through an endemic area
- **Travel insurance** (Supporting, optional): Recommended but not mandatory
- **Cover letter explaining purpose of visit** (Supporting, optional): Useful for tourism applications

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** USD 500
- Bank statement (last 3 months)

Must show sufficient funds for the intended stay

## Good to know

- The eVisa must be used within 90 days of issuance
- A single-entry visa allows a maximum stay of 30 days
- Ensure your passport has at least 6 months validity from the date of entry

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete or incorrect documentation** — Double-check all uploaded documents are clear, in the correct format, and meet requirements
- **Insufficient funds** — Provide a bank statement with a balance above USD 500 and ensure it is not older than 3 months
- **Invalid travel insurance or missing yellow fever certificate** — If required, obtain the yellow fever vaccine and carry the certificate; travel insurance is recommended

## FAQs

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

Citizens of Latvia need a visa for Sierra Leone and can apply online for an eVisa. Visa type: eVisa · Tourist.

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

Up to 30 days.

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

Government fee: $75.

### How long does Sierra Leone visa processing take?

Typically 3–5 days.

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

Valid passport (min 6 months validity); Passport-size photo (white background); Travel itinerary / flight booking; Hotel reservation or letter of invitation; Bank statement (last 3 months); Yellow fever vaccination certificate; and 2 more depending on your situation.

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

At least 6 months.

### Where do I apply?

Applications go through https://evisa.sl. Check that you are on the government's site before you pay.

## Sources

- [evisa.sl](https://evisa.sl)

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