How is GO-FOR-GOLD different from ordinary naturalisation?

Ordinary naturalisation requires several years of continuous residence in Sierra Leone under the Citizenship Act 1973. GO-FOR-GOLD is a special-naturalisation route under Section 27A of the same Act: it grants citizenship on the basis of a verified economic contribution rather than long residence, with approval by the Chief Immigration Officer and confirmation by the President.

Do I get the same rights as other citizens?

Yes. Applicants approved through special naturalisation obtain full Sierra Leonean citizenship with the same legal status and rights as any national, and Sierra Leone permits dual citizenship.

Residence & citizenship

Sierra Leonean GO-FOR-GOLD Citizenship by Special Naturalisation

Sierra Leone's investment-based permanent residency and citizenship programme, administered by the Immigration Department under special naturalisation rules.

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Investment amounts, eligible-family rules, processing times (e.g. 60–90 days) and named agents come from programme marketing and third-party sources; none are verified on an official SLID page reviewed here. Confirm all terms and authorised channels directly with the Immigration Department.

Important information

Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Sierra Leone government website before you apply.

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Official name: GO-FOR-GOLD (Citizenship by Special Naturalisation)
Route type: Investment-based permanent residency / citizenship
Legal basis: Section 27A, Sierra Leone Citizenship Act 1973, and special-naturalisation regulations
Administered by: Sierra Leone Immigration Department
Investment / cost: Set by the programme; confirm the current amount with SLID; Specific investment amounts and processing times (e.g. 60–90 days) come from third-party/programme marketing and are not verified on an official SLID page reviewed here.
Fast-track route: Reported from US$140,000, open to all nationalities; Amount not confirmed on official pages reviewed
Heritage route: Reported from US$100,000, requires DNA-verified African ancestry; Amount not confirmed on official pages reviewed
Timeline: Reported at roughly 60–90 days; Not confirmed on official pages reviewed
Outcome: Full citizenship by special naturalisation; dual citizenship permitted

Who it is for

Investors seeking Sierra Leonean permanent residency or citizenship
Applicants wishing to include eligible family members in one application

Requirements

Qualifying investment as defined by the programme
Due-diligence and background checks administered by the Immigration Department
Supporting documentation as required by the programme

How to apply

Applications are handled through the Immigration Department's special-naturalisation process and officially authorised programme channels. Verify the current terms, investment amounts and authorised agents directly with SLID to avoid fraud.

Frequently asked questions

Ordinary naturalisation requires several years of continuous residence in Sierra Leone under the Citizenship Act 1973. GO-FOR-GOLD is a special-naturalisation route under Section 27A of the same Act: it grants citizenship on the basis of a verified economic contribution rather than long residence, with approval by the Chief Immigration Officer and confirmation by the President.

Official sources

For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.

Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.

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