Sierra Leonean visa for Malaysian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Malaysian 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 Malaysian citizens to enter Sierra Leone for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Sierra Leone e-visa for Malaysian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Sierra Leone visa on arrival for Malaysian citizens | Eligible | |
Sierra Leone tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Malaysian 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 Malaysia, 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, ~ 384.16 kilometers (238.71 mi) away from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 1 hours 52 minutes).
- Cebu City: The Consulate General of in Cebu City, ~ 2510.40 kilometers (1559.89 mi) away from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. (Working hours: Close now).
Sierra Leone visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Sierra Leone diplomatic mission offices to Malaysia for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Malaysia traveling to Sierra Leone from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Malaysia) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 198 | N/A |
| 2009 | 204 | 3.03% |
| 2010 | 215 | 5.39% |
| 2011 | 286 | 33.02% |
| 2012 | 330 | 15.38% |
| 2013 | 446 | 35.15% |
| 2014 | 242 | -45.74% |
| 2015 | 132 | -45.45% |
| 2016 | 303 | 129.55% |
| 2017 | 281 | -7.26% |
| 2018 | 314 | 11.74% |
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 & Malaysia comparison
Sierra Leone's area is approximately 72,180 km2 (27,868 sq mi), while the area of Malaysia is approximately 328,550 km2 (126,853 sq mi). This means Malaysia is 4.55 times bigger than Sierra Leone.
As of October 2025, Sierra Leone's population is ~8.8 million people - 25,655,222 fewer people than the population of Malaysia.
We have highlighted Sierra Leone & Malaysia’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Sierra Leone | Malaysia | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 8,814,566 | 34,469,788 | 25.7 million fewer people live in Sierra Leone than Malaysia |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 42 | 107 | Sierra Leone has 65 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Malaysia. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 43 | 133 | Sierra Leone passport holders visit 90 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 23 | 126 | Sierra Leonean hosts 103 fewer foreign missions than Malaysia. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Malaysia travel to Sierra Leone in one year?
The number of visitors from Malaysia visiting Sierra Leone in 2018 was approximately 314.
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