Nigerian visa for Sierra Leonean citizens
A visa is NOT required for Sierra Leonean passport holders visiting Nigeria for a short-term stay: .
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Sierra Leonean citizens to enter Nigeria for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | |
| Evisa | Nigeria e-visa for Sierra Leonean citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Nigeria visa on arrival for Sierra Leonean citizens | Not Available | |
Nigeria tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Sierra Leonean passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Nigeria.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Nigeria.
If you are looking for Nigeria 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 Nigeria nearest your place of residence.
- Freetown: The High Commission of Nigeria in Freetown, Sierra Leone (Working hours: Open now. Close in 2 hours 3 minutes)
Nigeria visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Nigeria diplomatic mission offices to Sierra Leone for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Sierra Leone traveling to Nigeria from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Sierra Leone) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 58 | N/A |
| 2009 | 61 | 5.17% |
| 2010 | 61 | 0.00% |
| 2011 | 38 | -37.70% |
| 2012 | 47 | 23.68% |
| 2013 | 40 | -14.89% |
| 2014 | 48 | 20.00% |
| 2015 | 60 | 25.00% |
| 2016 | 53 | -11.67% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Nigeria & Sierra Leone comparison
Nigeria's area is approximately 910,770 km2 (351,650 sq mi), while the area of Sierra Leone is approximately 72,180 km2 (27,868 sq mi). This means Sierra Leone is 12.62 times smaller than Nigeria.
As of October 2025, Nigeria's population is ~232.7 million people - 223,917,029 more people than the population of Sierra Leone.
We have highlighted Nigeria & Sierra Leone’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Nigeria | Sierra Leone | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 232,731,595 | 8,814,566 | 223.9 million more people live in Nigeria than Sierra Leone |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 102 | 42 | Nigeria has 60 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Sierra Leone. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 26 | 43 | Nigeria passport holders visit 17 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 93 | 23 | Nigerian hosts 70 more foreign missions than Sierra Leone. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Sierra Leone travel to Nigeria in one year?
The number of visitors from Sierra Leone visiting Nigeria in 2016 was approximately 53.
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Useful Information
- Abuja to Freetown: 2046.46 km (1271.61 mi)
- Travel time: 4 hours 15 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025