Entry Requirements

SIERRA LEONE Entry Requirements

PASSPORTS
All persons entering Sierra Leone must have a valid passport.

ENTRY VISAS
Passengers not holding Sierra Leone (or ECOWAS member state) passports are required to obtain pre issued visas for entry into Sierra Leone.
Such documentation may be obtained from Sierra Leone consular offices, details of which may be found on this website.

CUSTOMS REGULATIONS (guide – details from your nearest consular office)
Currency Import: cash must not exceed US$ 5,000 (or equivalent)
Currency Export: cash must not exceed US$ 5,000 (or equivalent)

IMPORT ALLOWANCES
200 cigarettes
1.136 litres of wine or spirit
1.136 litres of perfume

PROHIBITED IMPORTS
Firearms, explosives, obscene literature and live animals
PROHIBITED EXPORTS
Firearms, explosives, live animals, gold and historical artefacts

HEALTH
Anti Malaria tablet course is highly recommended – malaria remains a most important consideration
Vaccination against yellow fever, hepatitis A and typhoid is recommended
Local water is untreated – drink, wash and clean your teeth in bottled water which is abundantly available. Alternatively use water that has been boiled or steralised
Avoid dairy products
Always eat fresh food that has been thoroughly cooked – avoiding shellfish
Fruit, salad and vegetables should be peeled before consumption
Avoid all direct contact with local animals
Official health related information should be obtained from your nearest Sierra Leone consular office or nearest international health advise location

TRAVEL INSURANCE is recommended

SIERRA LEONE LOCAL TIME GMT throughout the year

ELECTRICITY 220v AC 50Hz

Disclaimer: Correct at time of printing