Sierra Leonean visa for Dutch citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Dutch 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 Dutch citizens to enter Sierra Leone for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Sierra Leone e-visa for Dutch citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Sierra Leone visa on arrival for Dutch citizens | Eligible | |
Sierra Leone tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Dutch 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 Netherlands, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Sierra Leone nearest your place of residence.
- Dusseldorf: The Consulate General of in Dusseldorf, ~ 132.20 kilometers (82.14 mi) away from Amsterdam, Netherlands. (Working hours: Close now).
- Brussels: The Embassy of in Brussels, ~ 156.50 kilometers (97.25 mi) away from Amsterdam, Netherlands. (Working hours: Close now).
Sierra Leone visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Sierra Leone diplomatic mission offices to Netherlands for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Netherlands traveling to Sierra Leone from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Netherlands) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 403 | N/A |
| 2009 | 414 | 2.73% |
| 2010 | 437 | 5.56% |
| 2011 | 582 | 33.18% |
| 2012 | 672 | 15.46% |
| 2013 | 907 | 34.97% |
| 2014 | 493 | -45.64% |
| 2015 | 269 | -45.44% |
| 2016 | 616 | 129.00% |
| 2017 | 571 | -7.31% |
| 2018 | 638 | 11.73% |
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 & Netherlands comparison
Sierra Leone's area is approximately 72,180 km2 (27,868 sq mi), while the area of Netherlands is approximately 33,720 km2 (13,019 sq mi). This means Netherlands is 2.14 times smaller than Sierra Leone.
As of October 2025, Sierra Leone's population is ~8.8 million people - 8,508,789 fewer people than the population of Netherlands.
We have highlighted Sierra Leone & Netherlands’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Sierra Leone | Netherlands | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 8,814,566 | 17,323,355 | 8.5 million fewer people live in Sierra Leone than Netherlands |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 42 | 152 | Sierra Leone has 110 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Netherlands. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 43 | 146 | Sierra Leone passport holders visit 103 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 23 | 173 | Sierra Leonean hosts 150 fewer foreign missions than Netherlands. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Netherlands travel to Sierra Leone in one year?
The number of visitors from Netherlands visiting Sierra Leone in 2018 was approximately 638.
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