🇳🇱Netherlands

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Netherlands to Sierra Leone visa requirements

Q: How much does the Sierra Leone eVisa cost?

A single-entry tourist eVisa costs around USD 80, paid online via the official portal. Fees can vary slightly by visa type.

Q: How long can I stay in Sierra Leone on a tourist visa?

The standard tourist visa allows a stay of up to 30 days, with entry usually required within 90 days of issue.

Q: Is visa on arrival available for Dutch travelers?

Yes, EU nationals can obtain a visa on arrival (USD 80, valid 1 month) at Lungi airport and certain land borders, but getting the eVisa in advance is safer.

Q: Is a yellow fever vaccination required?

Yes. A valid yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory for all travelers entering Sierra Leone (age nine months and older).

Q: How long does the eVisa take to process?

The eVisa is typically processed within about 3 business days. Apply at least a week before travel to be safe.

Dutch passport holders need a visa for Sierra Leone. The simplest route is the official eVisa applied for online before travel; a visa on arrival is also available to EU nationals. Sierra Leone is not visa-free for Netherlands ordinary passport holders. The recommended and most reliable option is the official eVisa, applied for online at evisa.sl before departure. A single-entry tourist eVisa typically costs around USD 80, is processed within about 3 business days, and allows a stay of up to 30 days. As an EU national, a Dutch traveler is also eligible for a visa on arrival (USD 80, valid 1 month) at Freetown's Lungi International Airport and at the Jendema (Liberia) and Gbalamuya (Guinea) land borders, but securing the eVisa in advance avoids queues and the risk of being denied boarding. A valid yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory for entry. The passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the intended stay.

VISA REQUIREDTOURISMSINGLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30

For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.

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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30

Visa type

eVisa (single-entry tourist) - VOA also available to EU nationals

Maximum stay

Up to 30 days

per entry

Entries

Single entry

from issue date

Visa fee

Approx. USD 80 (eVisa); USD 80 (visa on arrival)

consular fee only

Processing time

Around 3 business days

standard track

Validity

Enter within 90 days of issue; 30-day stay

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm passport and yellow fever status

Ensure your Dutch passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your planned stay and has a blank page. Obtain a yellow fever vaccination and keep the international certificate, which is mandatory for entry.

· 6 months validity· Yellow fever mandatory

/02

Go to the official eVisa portal

Open the official Sierra Leone Immigration eVisa site at evisa.sl. Avoid third-party agents that add service fees and may not be authorized.

· evisa.sl· Official only

/03

Complete the online application

Fill in your personal, passport and travel details, select the tourist single-entry visa, and upload a passport photo, passport bio page, and proof of accommodation or invitation.

· Passport photo· Accommodation proof

/04

Pay the visa fee online

Pay the eVisa fee (approximately USD 80) by card through the portal. Keep the payment confirmation.

· ~USD 80· Card payment

/05

Receive and print the eVisa

After approval (typically about 3 business days), download and print the eVisa approval letter. Carry a printed copy for boarding and immigration.

· ~3 business days· Print copy

/06

Travel and clear immigration

Present your passport, printed eVisa, yellow fever certificate, return ticket and accommodation proof to immigration on arrival at Lungi International Airport.

· Lungi (Freetown)· Carry documents

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items

Personalized checklist

Netherlands -> Sierra Leone · eVisa (single-entry tourist) - VOA also available to EU nationals

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredDutch passport valid 6+ months beyond stay with a blank page

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredApproved and printed Sierra Leone eVisa

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RequiredYellow fever vaccination certificate

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RequiredRecent passport-sized photo (white background)

Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route

required

RequiredProof of accommodation (hotel booking) or invitation letter

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RequiredReturn or onward travel ticket

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RecommendedProof of sufficient funds for the stay

Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances

recommended

RecommendedeVisa fee payment confirmation

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

recommended

RecommendedTravel/health insurance

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

recommended

RecommendedMalaria prophylaxis (consult a travel clinic)

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

recommended

RequiredOfficial application form or online application

Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed

Use the current form from the official or designated application channel.

RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary

Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it

Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.

RecommendedTravel medical insurance

Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates

Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.

Official sourcesSierra Leone Immigration eVisa Portal (Official)Visa policy of Sierra Leone - Wikipedia Embassy of the Republic of Sierra Leone, Brussels - Visa Requirements

Application link included: Sierra Leone Immigration eVisa Portal (Official)

Open link

/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Tourist eVisa (single entry)USD 80Paid online at evisa.sl; figure varies slightly by visa type

Visa on arrival (EU nationals)USD 80Payable at airport or land border; eVisa in advance is safer

Yellow fever vaccinationEUR 50-90At a Dutch travel clinic; certificate mandatory for entry

Total estimateUSD 80 — USD 180incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

eVisa (online, before travel)

~3 business days

Apply at evisa.sl, pay online, receive approval to print. Recommended for predictability and to avoid boarding refusal.

Visa on arrival (EU nationals)

At the border

Available to EU nationals at Lungi airport and land borders for USD 80, valid 1 month. Riskier as it depends on conditions at arrival.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Sierra Leone requires a visa for Dutch nationals

Netherlands is not on Sierra Leone's visa-exempt list (mainly ECOWAS and a few others), so a visa is mandatory.

High

/02

eVisa is the recommended channel

The official eVisa lets you secure entry approval before flying, avoiding airport queues and boarding refusal.

High

/03

Yellow fever certificate is mandatory

Proof of yellow fever vaccination is required at entry; travelers without it can be refused or vaccinated at the border.

Medium

/04

Visa on arrival available to EU nationals

As an EU citizen, a Dutch traveler may obtain a VOA, but conditions can change so advance eVisa is safer.

Medium

/05

Use only the official portal

Many third-party sites charge inflated fees; apply directly at evisa.sl.

Low

/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01

Immigration

Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.

/02

Customs

Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.

/03

Connectivity

Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.

/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024

2026-05-30

Netherlands to Sierra Leone route verified

Confirmed via the official Sierra Leone eVisa portal, the Sierra Leone Embassy in Brussels, and the Wikipedia visa policy summary that Dutch passport holders require a visa, with eVisa recommended (approx. USD 80, ~3 business days, 30-day single-entry stay) and visa on arrival available to EU nationals; yellow fever certificate mandatory.

/09 — The questions