Sierra Leonean visa for Lao citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Lao 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 Lao citizens to enter Sierra Leone for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Sierra Leone e-visa for Lao citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Sierra Leone visa on arrival for Lao citizens | Not Available | |
Sierra Leone tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Lao 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 Laos, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Sierra Leone nearest your place of residence.
- Singapore City: The Consulate General of in Singapore City, ~ 2068.41 kilometers (1285.25 mi) away from Vientiane, Laos. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 2 hours 24 minutes).
- Cebu City: The Consulate General of in Cebu City, ~ 2526.04 kilometers (1569.61 mi) away from Vientiane, Laos. (Working hours: Close now).
Sierra Leone visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Sierra Leone diplomatic mission offices to Laos for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Laos traveling to Sierra Leone from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Laos) 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 & Laos comparison
Sierra Leone's area is approximately 72,180 km2 (27,868 sq mi), while the area of Laos is approximately 236,800 km2 (91,428 sq mi). This means Laos is 3.28 times bigger than Sierra Leone.
As of October 2025, Sierra Leone's population is ~8.8 million people - 1,000,615 more people than the population of Laos.
We have highlighted Sierra Leone & Laos’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Sierra Leone | Laos | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 8,814,566 | 7,813,951 | 1.0 million more people live in Sierra Leone than Laos |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 42 | 39 | Sierra Leone has 3 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Laos. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 43 | 20 | Sierra Leone passport holders can visit 23 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 23 | 37 | Sierra Leonean hosts 14 fewer foreign missions than Laos. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Laos travel to Sierra Leone in one year?
The number of visitors from Laos visiting Sierra Leone in 2018 was approximately 6.
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Useful Information
- Freetown to Vientiane: 11484.22 km (7135.96 mi)
- Travel time: 23 hours 55 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025