Sierra Leone visa for Burundian citizens

Burundian passport holders planning a visit to Sierra Leone can conveniently secure a tourist e-visa, the sole available option for short-term stays. This streamlined online process typically grants entry for up to 30 days and costs approximately $80 USD. As you prepare for the journey from the Great Rift Valley landscapes of Burundi to Sierra Leone's Atlantic coast, note the two-hour time difference; adjusting will be key upon arrival in Freetown. While direct flights are uncommon, travelers typically connect through major continental hubs like Nairobi or Addis Ababa, making the multi-leg journey part of the adventure.

Visa on arrival· verified 2026-05-27

Entry requirements

Passport validity
6+ months
Blank pages
2+
Onward ticket
Required
Funds proof
Required
Health insurance
Required
Yellow fever cert.
Required

Visa options

TouristSierra Leone eVisa
30dvalid 3mo
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TouristSierra Leone Visa on Arrival (Tourist/Business Visit, 30 days)
30d$80valid 1mo
TouristSierra Leone Consular Visa (Short-Term Visit – Tourist/Business)
TransitSierra Leone Transit Without Visa (Airport Transit, ≤24 hours)
1d$0valid 1d
TransitSierra Leone Transit Visa
WorkSierra Leone Long-Stay Entry (Work/Residence by Consular Visa + In-Country Permit)
OtherECOWAS Visa-Exempt Entry (Regional Citizens)
90d$0multiple-entryvalid 3mo

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