Sierra Leonean visa for Japanese citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Japanese passport holders visiting Sierra Leone for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Japanese citizens to enter Sierra Leone for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Sierra Leone e-visa for Japanese citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Sierra Leone visa on arrival for Japanese citizens | Eligible | |
Sierra Leone tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Japanese 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 Japan, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Sierra Leone nearest your place of residence.
- Beijing: The Embassy of in Beijing, ~ 1947.40 kilometers (1210.06 mi) away from Tokyo, Japan. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 8 hours 16 minutes).
- Cebu City: The Consulate General of in Cebu City, ~ 3219.96 kilometers (2000.79 mi) away from Tokyo, Japan. (Working hours: Close now).
Sierra Leone visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Sierra Leone diplomatic mission offices to Japan for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Japan traveling to Sierra Leone from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Japan) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 2,426 | N/A |
| 2009 | 2,494 | 2.80% |
| 2010 | 2,629 | 5.41% |
| 2011 | 3,505 | 33.32% |
| 2012 | 4,044 | 15.38% |
| 2013 | 5,459 | 34.99% |
| 2014 | 2,966 | -45.67% |
| 2015 | 1,618 | -45.45% |
| 2016 | 3,707 | 129.11% |
| 2017 | 3,437 | -7.28% |
| 2018 | 3,842 | 11.78% |
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 & Japan comparison
Sierra Leone's area is approximately 72,180 km2 (27,868 sq mi), while the area of Japan is approximately 364,555 km2 (140,755 sq mi). This means Japan is 5.05 times bigger than Sierra Leone.
As of October 2025, Sierra Leone's population is ~8.8 million people - 115,764,748 fewer people than the population of Japan.
We have highlighted Sierra Leone & Japan’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Sierra Leone | Japan | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 8,814,566 | 124,579,314 | 115.8 million fewer people live in Sierra Leone than Japan |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 42 | 247 | Sierra Leone has 205 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Japan. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 43 | 142 | Sierra Leone passport holders visit 99 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 23 | 421 | Sierra Leonean hosts 398 fewer foreign missions than Japan. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Japan travel to Sierra Leone in one year?
The number of visitors from Japan visiting Sierra Leone in 2018 was approximately 3,842.
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