Sierra Leone
General visa requirements for travelling to Sierra Leone. These policies apply to all nationalities unless a country-specific policy exists.
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Work / Immigration visa (Student/Work Long-Stay Authorization)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 365 days
- Processing time
- Check the competent authority before travel
- Fee
- Check the official permit or mission route before payment
- Validity
- According to approved status
- Entry
- Single entry
Work and residence permits are handled through official permit routes. Check permit needs before travel.
Eligibility
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Purpose of visit
Study, work, residence or other long-stay activity approved by the competent authority.
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6
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Invitation letter
Host requirements: School, sponsor, employer or host evidence may be requested.
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Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.
Form name: Official Sierra Leone entry application; Form url: https://www.evisa.sl/
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Vaccination certificate
Required vaccines: Yellow fever evidence where required by the route or arrival history
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Proof of enrollment
Provide proof of enrolment or admission from the school, university or training provider.
Must be current: Yes; Must be original: No
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Work contract
Provide a signed job offer, contract or assignment letter showing the role, dates and employer.
Must be notarized: No; Must be translated: No
How to apply
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Document gathering
Prepare passport, purpose evidence and supporting documents before applying.
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Processing wait
Wait for the official route, mission or authority to assess the application.
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Online application
Start with the official online route where the traveller is eligible.
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Visa collection
Carry the approval, eVisa, entry authorisation or visa evidence for boarding and arrival checks.