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title: Sierra Leone visa for citizens of Papua New Guinea
description: "Citizens of Papua New Guinea 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 Papua New Guinea

Citizens of Papua New Guinea 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
- **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. **Prepare required documents** — Ensure passport, photos, tickets, hotel booking, and vaccination certificate are ready before travel.
2. **Arrive at designated entry point** — Visa on arrival is available at Lungi International Airport and some land borders.
3. **Proceed to immigration counter** — Look for the 'Visa on Arrival' or 'Immigration' desk.
4. **Complete application form** — Fill out the visa application form provided at the counter.
5. **Submit documents and pay fee** — Hand over passport, completed form, photos, tickets, accommodation proof, and vaccination certificate. Pay the visa fee.
6. **Wait for visa issuance** — Processing typically takes a few minutes.
7. **Receive visa stamp and enter** — Once approved, the visa is stamped in your passport. Proceed through immigration.

## Documents checklist

- **Passport** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months with blank pages.
- **Passport-size photographs** (Identity): 2 recent photos (typically 2x2 inches).
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel): Confirmed ticket showing departure from Sierra Leone.
- **Hotel reservation or proof of accommodation** (Travel): Booking confirmation or letter of invitation.
- **Yellow fever vaccination certificate** (Supporting): Required for all travelers over 1 year.
- **Visa fee payment** (Financial): Usually paid in cash (USD or local currency); exact amount varies.
- **Completed arrival form** (Supporting): Provided at the border or in the airport.
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial, optional): May be requested by immigration.

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** 500 USD
- Bank statement
- Cash
- Credit card

Proof of sufficient funds may be requested at the discretion of the immigration officer.

## Good to know

- Ensure you have exact cash for the visa fee as change may not be available.
- Visa on arrival may only be issued for tourist purposes; business or work visas require prior application.
- Entry may be denied if you lack a yellow fever vaccination certificate.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient passport validity** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry.
- **Lack of onward or return ticket** — Have a confirmed ticket showing departure from Sierra Leone.
- **Missing required documents** — Carry all listed documents including yellow fever certificate.
- **Insufficient funds** — Carry proof of sufficient funds for your stay.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Papua New Guinea need a visa for Sierra Leone?

Citizens of Papua New Guinea can get a visa on arrival in Sierra Leone. Visa type: Visa on Arrival · Tourist.

### How long can citizens of Papua New Guinea stay in Sierra Leone?

Up to 30 days.

### What documents do citizens of Papua New Guinea need for Sierra Leone?

Passport; Passport-size photographs; Return or onward ticket; Hotel reservation or proof of accommodation; Yellow fever vaccination certificate; Visa fee payment; and 2 more.

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

At least 6 months.

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- [Sierra Leone visa for every passport](/visa/sierra-leone)
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