Sierra Leone visa for Japanese citizens

For Japanese citizens planning a journey to Sierra Leone, an e-visa is readily available, allowing for a comfortable maximum stay of 90 days for tourist purposes. While the e-visa system simplifies entry, remember that Sierra Leone operates on Greenwich Mean Time (GMT), which is 9 hours behind Japan Standard Time, so be sure to factor in jet lag. The single tourist visa type available makes the application process straightforward, though it's wise to apply well in advance of your intended travel dates, especially outside the dry season from November to April, which sees the highest visitor numbers.

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 eVisa
30dvalid 3mo
Apply
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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