Sierra Leone visa for Samoan citizens

For Sierra Leonean citizens planning a journey to Samoa, the good news is that a visa is not required for stays up to 60 days, making it a straightforward entry for a short visit, with only the tourist visa type relevant for most travelers. You can expect a pleasant journey with common flight routes often involving one or two stops, and remember that Samoa operates 11 hours ahead of Sierra Leone, so be prepared for a significant time zone adjustment upon arrival. While you won't need to factor in visa costs, be mindful of the Samoan Tala (WST) when budgeting for your trip.

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
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

eVisa or Visa on arrival available.

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