Malaysian visa for Sierra Leonean citizens
A visa is NOT required for Sierra Leonean passport holders visiting Malaysia for a short-term stay: 30 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Sierra Leonean citizens to enter Malaysia for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 30 days |
| Evisa | Malaysia e-visa for Sierra Leonean citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Malaysia visa on arrival for Sierra Leonean citizens | Not Available | |
Malaysia tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Sierra Leonean passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Malaysia.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Malaysia.
If you are looking for Malaysia 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 Malaysia nearest your place of residence.
- Conakry: The Embassy of in Conakry, ~ 239.55 kilometers (148.85 mi) away from Freetown, Sierra Leone. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 2 hours 26 minutes).
- Dakar: The Embassy of in Dakar, ~ 930.16 kilometers (577.98 mi) away from Freetown, Sierra Leone. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 2 hours 26 minutes).
Malaysia visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Malaysia diplomatic mission offices to Sierra Leone for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Sierra Leone traveling to Malaysia from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Sierra Leone) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 221 | N/A |
| 2009 | 236 | 6.79% |
| 2010 | 246 | 4.24% |
| 2011 | 247 | 0.41% |
| 2012 | 250 | 1.21% |
| 2013 | 257 | 2.80% |
| 2014 | 274 | 6.61% |
| 2015 | 257 | -6.20% |
| 2016 | 268 | 4.28% |
| 2017 | 259 | -3.36% |
| 2018 | 258 | -0.39% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Malaysia & Sierra Leone comparison
Malaysia's area is approximately 328,550 km2 (126,853 sq mi), while the area of Sierra Leone is approximately 72,180 km2 (27,868 sq mi). This means Sierra Leone is 4.55 times smaller than Malaysia.
As of October 2025, Malaysia's population is ~34.5 million people - 25,655,222 more people than the population of Sierra Leone.
We have highlighted Malaysia & Sierra Leone’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Malaysia | Sierra Leone | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 34,469,788 | 8,814,566 | 25.7 million more people live in Malaysia than Sierra Leone |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 107 | 42 | Malaysia has 65 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Sierra Leone. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 133 | 43 | Malaysia passport holders can visit 90 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 126 | 23 | Malaysian hosts 103 more foreign missions than Sierra Leone. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Sierra Leone travel to Malaysia in one year?
The number of visitors from Sierra Leone visiting Malaysia in 2018 was approximately 258.
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Useful Information
- Kuala Lumpur to Freetown: 11383.50 km (7073.38 mi)
- Travel time: 23 hours 42 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025