Africa
Sierra Leone
- Capital
- Freetown
- Population
- 8,819,794
- Currency
- Sierra Leonean Leone (SLE)
- Calling code
- +232
- Languages
- English, Mende, Timne
- 23missions
- 20embassies
- 3honorary consulates
Sierra Leone
Embassies and consulates in Sierra Leone
embassies in Freetown
Diplomatic missions from 23 countries are based in Sierra Leone, 23 missions in all (20 embassies and 3 honorary consulates). All 20 embassies are in the capital, Freetown.
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All missions in Sierra Leone
By country
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Canada 1 honorary consulate1 -
China 1 embassy1 -
Egypt 1 embassy1 -
France 1 embassy1 -
Germany 1 embassy1 -
Guinea 1 embassy1 -
India 1 embassy1 -
Iran 1 embassy1 -
Ireland 1 embassy1 -
Italy 1 honorary consulate1 -
Ivory Coast 1 embassy1 -
Kuwait 1 embassy1 -
Lebanon 1 embassy1 -
Liberia 1 embassy1 -
Libya 1 embassy1 -
Mali 1 embassy1 -
Nigeria 1 embassy1 -
Poland 1 honorary consulate1 -
Russia 1 embassy1 -
Spain 1 embassy1 -
Turkey 1 embassy1 -
United Kingdom 1 embassy1 -
United States 1 embassy1
Visa rules for Sierra Leone
Sierra Leone visa guide · 4 visa types
Of the 198 passports in the visa data, 15 can enter visa-free, 121 get a visa on arrival and 62 need an e-Visa for Sierra Leone.
Visa statistics
US visas issued to citizens of Sierra Leone
| Visas issued | FY 2024 | FY 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Visitor (B) | 1,895 | 1,056 |
| Student (F, M) | 242 | 64 |
| Exchange (J) | 88 | 52 |
| Work and treaty (H, L, O, E…) | 8 | 17 |
| Transit and crew (C, D) | 6 | 2 |
| Diplomatic and official (A, G) | 800 | 375 |
| Fiancé(e) (K) | 248 | 189 |
| Other | 0 | 1 |
| Total | 3,287 | 1,756 |
| B visa refusal rate (adjusted) | 69.4% | 70.6% |
In fiscal year 2025 (October 2024 to September 2025) the United States issued 1,756 nonimmigrant visas to citizens of Sierra Leone, the 148th highest number of the 206 nationalities listed. Visitor visas (B1/B2) made up 60%, diplomatic and official visas 21% and fiancé(e) visas 11%. That is 47% fewer than in fiscal year 2024 (3,287).
From October 2025 to February 2026, citizens of Sierra Leone received 59, 93% fewer than in the same months a year earlier.
For visitor visas (B1/B2) the State Department reports an adjusted refusal rate of 70.6% for citizens of Sierra Leone in fiscal year 2025 (fiscal year 2024: 69.4%).
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
Sierra Leone’s own missions abroad
Sierra Leone’s embassies abroad (33)
In the other direction, Sierra Leone runs 33 missions in 24 countries. Its largest networks are in Germany (4), Turkey (3), Australia (2), Belgium (2) and Nigeria (2).
Upcoming closures
Public holidays in Sierra Leone
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Christmas Day
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St. Stephen's Day
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New Year's Day
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Armed Forces Day
Good to know
Where the embassies are
All 20 embassies are in the capital, Freetown.
Travel advice for Sierra Leone
Foreign ministries’ advice on travel to Sierra Leone: the US State Department rates Sierra Leone at Level 2, exercise increased caution (updated 14 September 2025), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to Sierra Leone (updated 19 June 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for Sierra Leone (updated 13 October 2026).
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a visa for Sierra Leone?
Of 198 passports, 15 can enter visa-free, 121 get a visa on arrival and 62 need an e-Visa for Sierra Leone; the visa rules page for your own passport has the answer for you.
When are embassies in Sierra Leone closed?
On Sierra Leone’s public holidays and on each mission’s own national day; the next public holiday is Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026.