→ Sierra Leone visa for Swiss citizens
Swiss passport holders planning a journey to Sierra Leone can conveniently apply for an e-visa online, permitting a maximum stay of 90 days for tourism. This single available tourist visa type simplifies the entry process, making it straightforward to prepare for your adventure. Travelers often connect through major European hubs like Brussels or Paris en route to Freetown, bridging the significant six-hour time difference between Switzerland's alpine landscapes and West Africa's vibrant coastal beauty. While the visa cost is handled during the online application, visitors should also plan for the local currency, the Sierra Leonean Leone, especially when exploring markets and smaller establishments.
Visa on arrival90d stay· 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 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