🇻🇳Vietnam

🇸🇱Sierra LeoneVN-SL

Vietnam to Sierra Leone visa requirements

Q: Should I get the eVisa or a visa on arrival?

The eVisa is recommended. It is processed before travel, costs about USD 80, and prevents airline boarding refusals. Visa on arrival exists (USD 80 for non-AU nationals) but is riskier because carriers may deny boarding without a pre-arranged visa.

Q: How long can I stay in Sierra Leone on the eVisa?

The tourist eVisa is single entry and allows a stay of up to 30 days.

Q: How much does the Sierra Leone eVisa cost and how long does it take?

The official eVisa fee is about USD 80, and processing typically takes around 3 business days through the evisa.sl portal.

Q: Do I need a yellow fever vaccination?

Yes. Sierra Leone requires a valid yellow fever vaccination certificate for entry; carry it with your travel documents.

Q: Where do I apply for the eVisa?

Apply only on the official government portal at evisa.sl to avoid third-party markups and processing risks.

Vietnamese ordinary passport holders need a visa for Sierra Leone. The recommended route is the official eVisa (evisa.sl): single entry, up to 30 days, about USD 80, processed in roughly 3 business days. A visa on arrival also exists (USD 80 for non-African Union nationals), but airlines may refuse boarding without a pre-arranged visa, so apply online before you fly. Sierra Leone is not in the Schengen area and has no visa-waiver arrangement with Vietnam. Vietnam is not an ECOWAS member, so Vietnamese citizens are not visa-exempt. Sierra Leone operates an electronic visa (eVisa) system through its official portal (evisa.sl), and Vietnam is also listed among the nationalities eligible for visa on arrival. Because carriers frequently require evidence of an approved visa before boarding, the eVisa applied for in advance is the safest and officially recommended channel for a short tourist visit. The eVisa is a single-entry document, costs about USD 80, permits a stay of up to 30 days, and is generally processed within about 3 business days. Travelers should carry a passport valid for at least 6 months, a yellow fever vaccination certificate (required for entry), and proof of onward travel and accommodation. Verified against the Sierra Leone Immigration Department, the official eVisa portal, the Wikipedia visa-policy summary, and tourism-board guidance.

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); visa on arrival also available for Vietnamese nationals

Maximum stay

Up to 30 days

per entry

Entries

Single entry

from issue date

Visa fee

USD 80 (eVisa); USD 80 visa on arrival for non-African Union nationals

consular fee only

Processing time

Approximately 3 business days

standard track

Validity

Valid 90 days from issue; single entry, max 30-day stay

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm you are not visa-exempt

Vietnam is not an ECOWAS member and has no visa waiver with Sierra Leone, so an eVisa (or visa on arrival) is required. The eVisa is the recommended route because airlines may deny boarding without a pre-arranged visa.

· Mandatory

/02

Gather your documents

Prepare a passport valid for at least 6 months with a blank page, a recent passport-size photo, proof of onward/return travel, accommodation details, and a valid yellow fever vaccination certificate.

· Documents

/03

Apply on the official eVisa portal

Create an account at evisa.sl, complete the tourist visa application form, and upload your passport bio page and photo. Use only the official government portal to avoid markup fees.

· Online

/04

Pay the visa fee

Pay the eVisa fee of about USD 80 by card through the secure portal. Keep the payment receipt and reference number.

· Fee: ~USD 80

/05

Receive and print the eVisa approval

Approval is typically issued within about 3 business days by email. Print at least one copy of the approval letter to present at boarding and on arrival.

· ~3 business days

/06

Enter Sierra Leone

Present your printed eVisa, passport, yellow fever certificate, and onward ticket at Freetown (Lungi) International Airport or another approved port of entry for the entry stamp.

· At the border

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items

Personalized checklist

Vietnam -> Sierra Leone · eVisa (single entry); visa on arrival also available for Vietnamese nationals

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredPassport valid at least 6 months beyond arrival with a blank page

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

required

RequiredApproved Sierra Leone eVisa (printed copy)

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

required

RequiredRecent passport-size photograph

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

required

RequiredValid yellow fever vaccination certificate

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

required

RequiredProof of onward or return flight ticket

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RequiredProof of accommodation (hotel booking or host invitation)

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RequiredeVisa fee paid (~USD 80) with receipt

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

required

RecommendedSufficient funds for the duration of stay

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

recommended

RecommendedTravel/medical insurance covering the trip

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

recommended

RecommendedBackup digital and paper copies of all documents

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 Department Sierra Leone Official eVisa Portal Visa policy of Sierra Leone (Wikipedia)

Application link included: Sierra Leone Official eVisa Portal

Open link

/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

eVisa (single entry, tourist)USD 80Paid online via the official evisa.sl portal; recommended channel

Visa on arrival (non-African Union nationals)USD 80Available to Vietnamese nationals but airlines may refuse boarding without a pre-arranged visa

Yellow fever vaccination~USD 25-50Cost varies by clinic in Vietnam; certificate required for entry

Total estimateUSD 80 — USD 130incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Official eVisa (evisa.sl)

~3 business days

Apply online before travel; safest option and accepted at boarding. Recommended for tourists.

Visa on arrival

At the port of entry

USD 80 for non-AU nationals; subject to approval on arrival and possible boarding refusal by airlines.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Vietnam is not visa-exempt for Sierra Leone

Visa-free entry to Sierra Leone is limited to ECOWAS member states; Vietnam is not a member, so a visa is required.

High

/02

eVisa is the recommended pre-arrival route

Sierra Leone runs an official eVisa portal and carriers often require an approved visa before boarding, making the eVisa the practical default.

High

/03

Yellow fever certificate is required

Sierra Leone requires proof of yellow fever vaccination for entry; travelers without it can be refused or vaccinated at the border.

Medium

/04

Visa on arrival carries boarding risk

Although Vietnamese nationals can get a visa on arrival, airlines may deny boarding without a pre-arranged visa, so it is not the safest primary option.

Medium

/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 · major

Vietnam to Sierra Leone route verified

Confirmed via Sierra Leone Immigration Department, official eVisa portal, and visa-policy sources that Vietnamese ordinary passport holders require an eVisa (single entry, ~30 days, ~USD 80, ~3 business days); visa on arrival also available at USD 80 for non-African Union nationals.

/09 — The questions