Icelandic visa for Sierra Leonean citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Sierra Leonean passport holders visiting Iceland 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 Iceland for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Iceland e-visa for Sierra Leonean citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Iceland visa on arrival for Sierra Leonean citizens | Not Available | |
Iceland tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Sierra Leonean passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Iceland.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Iceland.
If you are looking for Iceland 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 Iceland nearest your place of residence.
- Lome: The Consulate of in Lome, ~ 1457.58 kilometers (905.70 mi) away from Freetown, Sierra Leone. (Working hours: Close now).
- Lagos: The Honorary Consulate of in Lagos, ~ 1679.95 kilometers (1043.87 mi) away from Freetown, Sierra Leone. (Working hours: Close now).
Iceland visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Iceland diplomatic mission offices to Sierra Leone for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Sierra Leone traveling to Iceland from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Sierra Leone) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 5 | N/A |
| 2011 | 6 | 20.00% |
| 2012 | 7 | 16.67% |
| 2013 | 8 | 14.29% |
| 2014 | 10 | 25.00% |
| 2015 | 13 | 30.00% |
| 2016 | 18 | 38.46% |
| 2017 | 22 | 22.22% |
| 2018 | 23 | 4.55% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Iceland & Sierra Leone comparison
Iceland's area is approximately 100,250 km2 (38,706 sq mi), while the area of Sierra Leone is approximately 72,180 km2 (27,868 sq mi). This means Sierra Leone is 38.89% smaller than Iceland.
As of October 2025, Iceland's population is ~352333 people - 8,462,233 fewer people than the population of Sierra Leone.
We have highlighted Iceland & Sierra Leone’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Iceland | Sierra Leone | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 352,333 | 8,814,566 | 8.5 million fewer people live in Iceland than Sierra Leone |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 25 | 42 | Iceland has 17 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Sierra Leone. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 138 | 43 | Iceland passport holders can visit 95 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 54 | 23 | Icelandic hosts 31 more foreign missions than Sierra Leone. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Sierra Leone travel to Iceland in one year?
The number of visitors from Sierra Leone visiting Iceland in 2018 was approximately 23.
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| Wind | 2.7 km/h | |
| Sunrise | 13:41 PM | |
Useful Information
- Reykjavik to Freetown: 5696.46 km (3539.61 mi)
- Travel time: 11 hours 52 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025