Cameroonian visa for Sierra Leonean citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Sierra Leonean passport holders visiting Cameroon for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Sierra Leonean citizens to enter Cameroon for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Cameroon e-visa for Sierra Leonean citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Cameroon visa on arrival for Sierra Leonean citizens | Not Available | |
Cameroon tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Sierra Leonean passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Cameroon.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Cameroon.
If you are looking for Cameroon 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 Cameroon nearest your place of residence.
- Monrovia: The Embassy of in Monrovia, ~ 261.51 kilometers (162.49 mi) away from Freetown, Sierra Leone. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 8 hours 25 minutes).
- Dakar: The Embassy of in Dakar, ~ 924.58 kilometers (574.51 mi) away from Freetown, Sierra Leone. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 7 hours 55 minutes).
Cameroon visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Cameroon diplomatic mission offices to Sierra Leone for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Sierra Leone traveling to Cameroon from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Sierra Leone) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 6 | N/A |
| 2011 | 6 | 0.00% |
| 2012 | 8 | 33.33% |
| 2013 | 8 | 0.00% |
| 2014 | 8 | 0.00% |
| 2015 | 9 | 12.50% |
| 2016 | 10 | 11.11% |
| 2017 | 11 | 10.00% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Cameroon & Sierra Leone comparison
Cameroon's area is approximately 472,710 km2 (182,514 sq mi), while the area of Sierra Leone is approximately 72,180 km2 (27,868 sq mi). This means Sierra Leone is 6.55 times smaller than Cameroon.
As of October 2025, Cameroon's population is ~30.0 million people - 21,168,986 more people than the population of Sierra Leone.
We have highlighted Cameroon & Sierra Leone’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Cameroon | Sierra Leone | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 29,983,552 | 8,814,566 | 21.2 million more people live in Cameroon than Sierra Leone |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 9 | 42 | Cameroon has 33 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Sierra Leone. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 20 | 43 | Cameroon passport holders visit 23 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 53 | 23 | Cameroonian hosts 30 more foreign missions than Sierra Leone. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Sierra Leone travel to Cameroon in one year?
The number of visitors from Sierra Leone visiting Cameroon in 2017 was approximately 11.
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- Travel time: 5 hours 1 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025