Sierra Leonean visa for Burkinese citizens
A visa is NOT required for Burkinese passport holders visiting Sierra Leone for a short-term stay: .
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Burkinese citizens to enter Sierra Leone for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | |
| Evisa | Sierra Leone e-visa for Burkinese citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Sierra Leone visa on arrival for Burkinese citizens | Not Available | |
Sierra Leone tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Burkinese passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Sierra Leone.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Sierra Leone.
If you are looking for Sierra Leone visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Burkina Faso, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Sierra Leone nearest your place of residence.
- Accra: The High Commission of in Accra, ~ 751.82 kilometers (467.16 mi) away from Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso. (Working hours: Close now).
- Abuja: The High Commission of in Abuja, ~ 1049.05 kilometers (651.85 mi) away from Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso. (Working hours: Close now).
Sierra Leone visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Sierra Leone diplomatic mission offices to Burkina Faso for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Burkina Faso traveling to Sierra Leone from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Burkina Faso) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 5 | N/A |
| 2012 | 6 | 20.00% |
| 2013 | 8 | 33.33% |
| 2016 | 6 | -25.00% |
| 2017 | 5 | -16.67% |
| 2018 | 6 | 20.00% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Sierra Leone & Burkina Faso comparison
Sierra Leone's area is approximately 72,180 km2 (27,868 sq mi), while the area of Burkina Faso is approximately 273,600 km2 (105,637 sq mi). This means Burkina Faso is 3.79 times bigger than Sierra Leone.
As of October 2025, Sierra Leone's population is ~8.8 million people - 15,077,875 fewer people than the population of Burkina Faso.
We have highlighted Sierra Leone & Burkina Faso’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Sierra Leone | Burkina Faso | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 8,814,566 | 23,892,441 | 15.1 million fewer people live in Sierra Leone than Burkina Faso |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 42 | 58 | Sierra Leone has 16 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Burkina Faso. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 43 | 30 | Sierra Leone passport holders can visit 13 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 23 | 25 | Sierra Leonean hosts 2 fewer foreign missions than Burkina Faso. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Burkina Faso travel to Sierra Leone in one year?
The number of visitors from Burkina Faso visiting Sierra Leone in 2018 was approximately 6.
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Useful Information
- Freetown to Ouagadougou: 1089.43 km (676.94 mi)
- Travel time: 2 hours 16 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025