Zambia passport → Sierra Leone

Sierra Leone visa for citizens of Zambia

Visa on arrivalVisa on Arrival · Tourist / Visitor

Citizens of Zambia 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 / Visitor
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 required

How to apply

1
Prepare required documents
Ensure passport is valid, have photos, onward ticket, and yellow fever certificate ready.
2
Travel to Sierra Leone
Fly into Freetown (FNA) or enter via a land border where VOA is offered.
3
Proceed to VOA counter at arrival
At the airport or border post, locate the visa on arrival desk before passport control.
4
Complete application form
Fill out the visa on arrival application card provided by immigration.
5
Submit documents and photographs
Hand over passport, completed form, photos, and any other requested documents.
6
Pay visa fee
Pay the applicable visa fee in cash (USD or local currency).
7
Receive visa and enter
Once processed, visa is issued on passport page; proceed to passport control and entry.

Documents checklist

Identity

Valid passport
Must have at least 6 months validity from date of entry
Passport photocopy (data page)
Usually requested at the arrival counter
Passport-sized photographs
Typically 2 recent colour photos

Travel

Completed arrival form / visa application on arrival
Provided at the airport or border post
Return or onward ticket
Proof of departure from Sierra Leone
Proof of accommodation
Optional
Hotel booking or invitation letter recommended

Supporting

Proof of sufficient funds
Optional
Bank statement or cash may be requested
Yellow fever vaccination certificate
Mandatory for entry; may be checked at immigration

Proof of funds

bank statement
cash at border

Immigration may ask to see proof of sufficient funds for the duration of stay.

Good to know

Visa on arrival may not be available at all land borders; confirm before travel.
Cash payment only — no credit cards accepted at most VOA counters.
Always carry printed copies of all documents as backup.

Common refusal reasons

Invalid or insufficient passport validity (less than 6 months)

Check passport validity before booking travel.

Missing yellow fever vaccination certificate

Get vaccinated and carry the certificate.

Inability to pay fee in cash (correct currency)

Bring sufficient USD or local currency in cash.

No onward/return ticket

Book a return or onward journey before arrival.

FAQ

Do citizens of Zambia need a visa for Sierra Leone?

Citizens of Zambia can get a visa on arrival in Sierra Leone. Visa type: Visa on Arrival · Tourist / Visitor.

How long can citizens of Zambia stay in Sierra Leone?

Up to 30 days.

What documents do citizens of Zambia need for Sierra Leone?

Valid passport; Passport photocopy (data page); Completed arrival form / visa application on arrival; Return or onward ticket; Passport-sized photographs; 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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