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title: Sierra Leone visa for citizens of Poland
description: "Citizens of Poland can get a visa on arrival in Sierra Leone. Stay up to 30 days. Fee: $80. Processing: Up to 1 day. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Sierra Leone visa for citizens of Poland

Citizens of Poland 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 (VOA)
- **How to apply:** Get your visa at the border
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** Up to 1 day
- **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:** Not explicitly required, but advisable to show sufficient funds for stay.

## How to apply

1. **Arrive at a designated Sierra Leone entry point** — VOA is available at Freetown International Airport (FNA) and some land borders.
2. **Proceed to the visa on arrival counter** — Look for the 'Visa on Arrival' sign before passport control.
3. **Submit passport, photograph, and complete arrivals card** — Hand over your passport and any required documents.
4. **Pay the visa fee** — Pay USD 80 (or equivalent in local currency) in cash; receipt may be issued.
5. **Receive visa sticker and proceed to immigration** — A visa vignette is affixed to your passport, indicating the allowed stay.
6. **Pass through immigration control** — Present your passport with the visa to the immigration officer.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport (at least 6 months validity)** (Identity): Must have at least 2 blank pages.
- **Completed arrival/departure card** (Travel): Provided on board or at immigration.
- **Passport-size photograph** (Identity): One recent photo, though digital capture may be used.
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel): Proof of departure from Sierra Leone within 30 days.
- **Visa fee payment** (Supporting): Approximately USD 80, payable in cash (USD or local currency).
- **Proof of accommodation** (Supporting, optional): Hotel booking or invitation letter may be requested.
- **Yellow fever vaccination certificate** (Supporting): Required for all travelers over 1 year of age.
- **Sufficient funds evidence** (Financial, optional): Bank statements or cash; not always asked but recommended.

## Proof of funds

- Cash in USD or local currency
- Bank statement

No fixed minimum balance stated; recommended to carry at least $200 for short stay.

## Good to know

- Visa on arrival is NOT available at all borders; confirm with airline or embassy before travel.
- Only cash is accepted for visa fee; no card or mobile payment.
- Ensure passport has at least two blank pages for the visa sticker.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Passport validity less than 6 months** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months from date of entry.
- **No onward/return ticket** — Present a printed or digital return flight confirmation.
- **Insufficient funds for stay** — Carry visible cash or proof of funds (e.g., bank statement).
- **Lack of yellow fever vaccination certificate** — Get vaccinated and carry the certificate.

## FAQs

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

Citizens of Poland can get a visa on arrival in Sierra Leone. Visa type: Visa on arrival (VOA).

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

Up to 30 days.

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

Government fee: $80.

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

Typically Up to 1 day.

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

Valid passport (at least 6 months validity); Completed arrival/departure card; Passport-size photograph; Return or onward ticket; Visa fee payment; 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.

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