Bahamian visa for Sierra Leonean citizens
A visa is NOT required for Sierra Leonean passport holders visiting Bahamas for a short-term stay: 3 months.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Sierra Leonean citizens to enter Bahamas for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 3 months |
| Evisa | Bahamas e-visa for Sierra Leonean citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Bahamas visa on arrival for Sierra Leonean citizens | Not Available | |
Bahamas tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Sierra Leonean passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Bahamas.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Bahamas.
If you are looking for Bahamas visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Sierra Leone, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Bahamas nearest your place of residence.
- Casablanca: The Honorary Consulate of in Casablanca, ~ 2824.02 kilometers (1754.77 mi) away from Freetown, Sierra Leone. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 5 hours 31 minutes).
- Valletta: The Honorary Consulate of in Valletta, ~ 4050.72 kilometers (2517.00 mi) away from Freetown, Sierra Leone. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 4 hours 31 minutes).
Bahamas visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Bahamas diplomatic mission offices to Sierra Leone for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Sierra Leone traveling to Bahamas from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Sierra Leone) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 15 | N/A |
| 2009 | 13 | -13.33% |
| 2010 | 14 | 7.69% |
| 2011 | 13 | -7.14% |
| 2012 | 14 | 7.69% |
| 2013 | 14 | 0.00% |
| 2014 | 14 | 0.00% |
| 2015 | 15 | 7.14% |
| 2016 | 15 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | 14 | -6.67% |
| 2018 | 16 | 14.29% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Bahamas & Sierra Leone comparison
Bahamas's area is approximately 10,010 km2 (3,864 sq mi), while the area of Sierra Leone is approximately 72,180 km2 (27,868 sq mi). This means Sierra Leone is 7.21 times bigger than Bahamas.
As of October 2025, Bahamas's population is ~412316 people - 8,402,250 fewer people than the population of Sierra Leone.
We have highlighted Bahamas & Sierra Leone’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Bahamas | Sierra Leone | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 412,316 | 8,814,566 | 8.4 million fewer people live in Bahamas than Sierra Leone |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 48 | 42 | Bahamas has 6 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Sierra Leone. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 122 | 43 | Bahamas passport holders can visit 79 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 35 | 23 | Bahamian hosts 12 more foreign missions than Sierra Leone. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Sierra Leone travel to Bahamas in one year?
The number of visitors from Sierra Leone visiting Bahamas in 2018 was approximately 16.
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Useful Information
- Nassau to Freetown: 6767.72 km (4205.26 mi)
- Travel time: 14 hours 5 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025