- Address
- New London Street, Freetown
- Phone
- +232 99 105 000
- Website
- sl.usembassy.gov
United States
Sierra Leone
US Embassy in Sierra Leone
1 embassy
The United States is represented in Sierra Leone by 1 mission: an embassy in Freetown. Sierra Leonean citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to the United States.
US Embassy in Freetown
At New London Street, Freetown, the US embassy represents the United States towards Sierra Leone. Its phone number and website are on its page.
United States visa for Sierra Leonean citizens
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United States visa requirements for citizens of Sierra Leone
- B-1/B-2 visitor visa (business / tourism)
- Transit (C visa) – brief
- Student (F/M/J) and work (H, L, O…) visas – brief
- Fee: US$185
- 4 required documents
checked 22 October 2026
Sierra Leonean citizens need a visa for the United States, obtained before travel. Applicants in Sierra Leone turn to the US embassy in Freetown; many countries also use an outsourced visa centre.
Sierra Leone’s missions in the United States
Missions of Sierra Leone in the United States (2)
In return, Sierra Leone has 2 missions in the United States, including its embassy in Washington D.C.
Good to know
The United States in Sierra Leone
Worldwide, the United States has 314 missions in 179 countries; one of them is in Sierra Leone.
Travel to Sierra Leone for US citizens
US citizens can get a visa on arrival in Sierra Leone, valid for stays of up to 30 days. In Sierra Leone, US citizens can turn to the US embassy for passports and emergency help.
When the US embassy in Sierra Leone is closed
The US embassy in Sierra Leone closes on Sierra Leone’s public holidays, the next being Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026, St. Stephen's Day (Boxing Day) on Saturday 26 December 2026 and New Year's Day on Friday 1 January 2027, and usually on some holidays of the United States, such as Veterans Day on Wednesday 11 November 2026.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the US embassy in Sierra Leone?
The US embassy is in Freetown, at New London Street, Freetown.
Do Sierra Leonean citizens need a visa for the United States?
The United States requires Sierra Leonean citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
Do US citizens need a visa for Sierra Leone?
US citizens can get a visa on arrival in Sierra Leone, valid for stays of up to 30 days.
Does Sierra Leone have an embassy in the United States?
Yes, Sierra Leone has its embassy in Washington D.C., along with 1 other mission in the United States.