Maltese visa for Sierra Leonean citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Sierra Leonean passport holders visiting Malta 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 Malta for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Malta e-visa for Sierra Leonean citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Malta visa on arrival for Sierra Leonean citizens | Not Available | |
Malta tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Sierra Leonean passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Malta.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Malta.
If you are looking for Malta 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 Malta nearest your place of residence.
- Bamako: The Honorary Consulate of in Bamako, ~ 621.52 kilometers (386.19 mi) away from Freetown, Sierra Leone. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 38 minutes).
- Accra: The High Commission of in Accra, ~ 1317.70 kilometers (818.78 mi) away from Freetown, Sierra Leone. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 1 hours 8 minutes).
Malta visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Malta diplomatic mission offices to Sierra Leone for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Sierra Leone traveling to Malta from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Sierra Leone) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 13 | N/A |
| 2009 | 12 | -7.69% |
| 2010 | 13 | 8.33% |
| 2011 | 14 | 7.69% |
| 2012 | 14 | 0.00% |
| 2013 | 16 | 14.29% |
| 2014 | 17 | 6.25% |
| 2015 | 18 | 5.88% |
| 2016 | 20 | 11.11% |
| 2017 | 23 | 15.00% |
| 2018 | 26 | 13.04% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Malta & Sierra Leone comparison
Malta's area is approximately 320 km2 (123 sq mi), while the area of Sierra Leone is approximately 72,180 km2 (27,868 sq mi). This means Sierra Leone is 225.56 times bigger than Malta.
As of October 2025, Malta's population is ~447503 people - 8,367,063 fewer people than the population of Sierra Leone.
We have highlighted Malta & Sierra Leone’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Malta | Sierra Leone | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 447,503 | 8,814,566 | 8.4 million fewer people live in Malta than Sierra Leone |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 217 | 42 | Malta has 175 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Sierra Leone. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 138 | 43 | Malta passport holders can visit 95 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 50 | 23 | Maltese hosts 27 more foreign missions than Sierra Leone. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Sierra Leone travel to Malta in one year?
The number of visitors from Sierra Leone visiting Malta in 2018 was approximately 26.
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Useful Information
- Valletta to Freetown: 3793.52 km (2357.19 mi)
- Travel time: 7 hours 54 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025