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Sierra Leonean Transit eVisa

A short electronic visa for travellers passing through Sierra Leone en route to another destination.

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Transit permitted duration and fee are not confirmed on an official page; verify in the live eVisa portal.

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
Sierra Leone eVisa (Transit)
Route type
Electronic transit visa
Where to apply
Official eVisa portal, evisa.sl
Purpose
Short transit through Sierra Leone en route to a third country
Passport validity
At least 6 months
Cost
Set by SLID — confirm on the official portal
Transit fee not published on official pages reviewed
Transit exemption
No visa if onward flight is within 24 hours and you remain in the airport transit area
Per Sierra Leone visa policy; confirm with SLID

Who it is for

  • Non-exempt travellers transiting Sierra Leone en route to another country
  • Passengers whose itinerary requires them to pass through a Sierra Leonean entry point

Requirements

  • A valid passport
  • Evidence of onward travel to the final destination
  • Any documents required for the onward country as prompted
  • Payment of the visa fee through an approved channel

How to apply

Apply on evisa.sl selecting the transit visa type, provide onward-travel details, pay the fee and keep the reference for tracking.

Documents you may need

  • Passport bio-data page (valid 6+ months)
  • Recent passport-style photograph
  • Confirmed onward/return ticket to a third country
  • Proof of your right to enter the onward destination (visa if required)
  • Yellow fever vaccination certificate

Frequently asked questions

  • Not necessarily. Under Sierra Leone's published visa policy, a transit visa is generally not required if you have a confirmed onward ticket to a third country within 24 hours, stay within the international transit area of the airport, and hold the documents required for your next destination. If you will leave the transit area or stay longer, apply for the Transit eVisa. Confirm your situation with the Sierra Leone Immigration Department before travelling.

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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