Sierra Leone visa for Gambian citizens

Good news for Gambian passport holders planning a trip to Sierra Leone: you can enjoy visa-free entry, making your travel preparations straightforward. This means you won't need to apply for a visa in advance, incurring zero visa fees for stays up to 90 days, with the primary visa type being a tourist visit. Given both nations' shared ECOWAS membership and a common history as former British colonies along the West African coast, the journey between Banjul and Freetown often feels more like traveling between neighboring towns than entirely distinct countries, though the vibrant Krio culture of Sierra Leone offers a unique dimension. While direct flights frequently connect Banjul and Freetown, remember to exchange your Gambian Dalasi for Sierra Leonean Leones upon arrival, as these are the respective national currencies.

Visa-free· 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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