Rwandese visa for Sierra Leonean citizens
A visa is NOT required for Sierra Leonean passport holders visiting Rwanda for a short-term stay: 90 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Sierra Leonean citizens to enter Rwanda for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 90 days |
| Evisa | Rwanda e-visa for Sierra Leonean citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Rwanda visa on arrival for Sierra Leonean citizens | Not Available | |
Rwanda tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Sierra Leonean passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Rwanda.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Rwanda.
If you are looking for Rwanda 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 Rwanda nearest your place of residence.
- Brazzaville: The Embassy of in Brazzaville, ~ 3315.18 kilometers (2059.95 mi) away from Freetown, Sierra Leone. (Working hours: Close now).
- Madrid: The Consulate General of in Madrid, ~ 3646.27 kilometers (2265.69 mi) away from Freetown, Sierra Leone. (Working hours: Close now).
Rwanda visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Rwanda diplomatic mission offices to Sierra Leone for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Sierra Leone traveling to Rwanda from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Sierra Leone) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 5 | N/A |
| 2009 | 5 | 0.00% |
| 2010 | 5 | 0.00% |
| 2011 | 7 | 40.00% |
| 2012 | 8 | 14.29% |
| 2013 | 9 | 12.50% |
| 2014 | 9 | 0.00% |
| 2015 | 10 | 11.11% |
| 2016 | 9 | -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.)
Rwanda & Sierra Leone comparison
Rwanda's area is approximately 24,670 km2 (9,525 sq mi), while the area of Sierra Leone is approximately 72,180 km2 (27,868 sq mi). This means Sierra Leone is 2.93 times bigger than Rwanda.
As of October 2025, Rwanda's population is ~14.6 million people - 5,808,488 more people than the population of Sierra Leone.
We have highlighted Rwanda & Sierra Leone’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Rwanda | Sierra Leone | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 14,623,054 | 8,814,566 | 5.8 million more people live in Rwanda than Sierra Leone |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 26 | 42 | Rwanda has 16 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Sierra Leone. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 28 | 43 | Rwanda passport holders visit 15 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 27 | 23 | Rwandese hosts 4 more foreign missions than Sierra Leone. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Sierra Leone travel to Rwanda in one year?
The number of visitors from Sierra Leone visiting Rwanda in 2016 was approximately 9.
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- Kigali to Freetown: 4293.27 km (2667.71 mi)
- Travel time: 8 hours 56 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025