Africa
Liberia
- Capital
- Monrovia
- Population
- 5,731,206
- Currency
- Liberian Dollar (LRD)
- Calling code
- +231
- Languages
- English
- 17missions
- 17embassies
Liberia
Embassies and consulates in Liberia
embassies in Monrovia
Liberia hosts 17 foreign missions from 17 countries: 17 embassies. All 17 embassies are in the capital, Monrovia.
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All missions in Liberia
By country
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China 1 embassy1 -
Egypt 1 embassy1 -
France 1 embassy1 -
Germany 1 embassy1 -
Ghana 1 embassy1 -
Guinea 1 embassy1 -
Holy See 1 embassy1 -
India 1 embassy1 -
Ireland 1 embassy1 -
Ivory Coast 1 embassy1 -
Libya 1 embassy1 -
Nigeria 1 embassy1 -
Sierra Leone 1 embassy1 -
South Africa 1 embassy1 -
Sweden 1 embassy1 -
United Kingdom 1 embassy1 -
United States 1 embassy1
Visa rules for Liberia
Liberia visa guide · 3 visa types
Of the 198 passports in the visa data, 14 can enter visa-free, 167 need an e-Visa and 17 need a visa from an embassy or consulate for Liberia.
Visa statistics
Schengen visa applications in Liberia
| Year | Applications | Visas issued | Refused | Refusal rate | Multiple-entry share |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 121 | 120 | 0 | 0.0% | 14.2% |
| 2024 | 125 | 122 | 1 | 0.8% | 18.0% |
| 2025 | 160 | 159 | 0 | 0.0% | 12.6% |
Schengen consulates in Liberia received 160 short-stay visa applications in 2025, and issued 159 visas. 0.0% of applications were refused (worldwide: 14.6%). In 2024 the rate was much the same, 0.8%. Applications rose by 28% compared with 2024 (125).
The numbers include every nationality applying in Liberia.
Source: European Commission, Directorate-General for Migration and Home Affairs, visa statistics for consulates 2023–2025 (© European Union, reused under CC BY 4.0). Short-stay (type C) visas. How these figures are made
US visas issued to citizens of Liberia
| Visas issued | FY 2024 | FY 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Visitor (B) | 1,331 | 1,029 |
| Student (F, M) | 103 | 116 |
| Exchange (J) | 70 | 53 |
| Work and treaty (H, L, O, E…) | 48 | 23 |
| Transit and crew (C, D) | 7 | 22 |
| Diplomatic and official (A, G) | 400 | 451 |
| Fiancé(e) (K) | 284 | 412 |
| Other | 1 | 1 |
| Total | 2,244 | 2,107 |
| B visa refusal rate (adjusted) | 79.4% | 73.0% |
In fiscal year 2025 (October 2024 to September 2025) the United States issued 2,107 nonimmigrant visas to citizens of Liberia, the 140th highest number of the 206 nationalities listed. Visitor visas (B1/B2) made up 49%, diplomatic and official visas 21% and fiancé(e) visas 20%. That is 6% fewer than in fiscal year 2024 (2,244).
From October 2025 to February 2026, citizens of Liberia received 442, 36% fewer than in the same months a year earlier.
For visitor visas (B1/B2) the State Department reports an adjusted refusal rate of 73.0% for citizens of Liberia in fiscal year 2025 (fiscal year 2024: 79.4%).
Source: US Department of State, Bureau of Consular Affairs, monthly nonimmigrant visa issuances up to February 2026 and adjusted refusal rates (public domain). US fiscal years run from October to September. How these figures are made
Liberia’s own missions abroad
Liberia’s embassies abroad (21)
Liberia itself has 21 missions abroad, in 18 countries. Its largest networks are in DR Congo (2), Germany (2) and the United States (2).
Upcoming closures
Public holidays in Liberia
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William V. S. Tubman's Birthday
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Christmas Day
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New Year's Day
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Armed Forces Day
Good to know
Where the embassies are
All 17 embassies are in the capital, Monrovia.
Travel advice for Liberia
Foreign ministries’ advice on travel to Liberia: the US State Department rates Liberia at Level 2, exercise increased caution (updated 10 December 2025), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to Liberia (updated 27 May 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for Liberia (updated 13 October 2026). Each ministry writes for its own citizens.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a visa for Liberia?
Of 198 passports, 14 can enter visa-free, 167 need an e-Visa and 17 need a visa from an embassy or consulate for Liberia; the visa rules page for your own passport has the answer for you.
When are embassies in Liberia closed?
On Liberia’s public holidays and on each mission’s own national day; the next public holiday is William V. S. Tubman's Birthday on Sunday 29 November 2026.