Sierra Leonean visa for Nicaraguan citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Nicaraguan 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 Nicaraguan citizens to enter Sierra Leone for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Sierra Leone e-visa for Nicaraguan citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Sierra Leone visa on arrival for Nicaraguan citizens | Not Available | |
Sierra Leone tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Nicaraguan 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 Nicaragua, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Sierra Leone nearest your place of residence.
- Washington: The Embassy of in Washington, ~ 3005.96 kilometers (1867.82 mi) away from Managua, Nicaragua. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 1 hours 16 minutes).
- Dakar: The Consulate General of in Dakar, ~ 7294.79 kilometers (4532.77 mi) away from Managua, Nicaragua. (Working hours: Close now).
Sierra Leone visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Sierra Leone diplomatic mission offices to Nicaragua for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Nicaragua traveling to Sierra Leone from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Nicaragua) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 18 | N/A |
| 2009 | 19 | 5.56% |
| 2010 | 20 | 5.26% |
| 2011 | 26 | 30.00% |
| 2012 | 30 | 15.38% |
| 2013 | 41 | 36.67% |
| 2014 | 22 | -46.34% |
| 2015 | 12 | -45.45% |
| 2016 | 28 | 133.33% |
| 2017 | 26 | -7.14% |
| 2018 | 29 | 11.54% |
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 & Nicaragua comparison
Sierra Leone's area is approximately 72,180 km2 (27,868 sq mi), while the area of Nicaragua is approximately 120,340 km2 (46,463 sq mi). This means Nicaragua is 66.72% larger than Sierra Leone.
As of October 2025, Sierra Leone's population is ~8.8 million people - 1,789,227 more people than the population of Nicaragua.
We have highlighted Sierra Leone & Nicaragua’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Sierra Leone | Nicaragua | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 8,814,566 | 7,025,339 | 1.8 million more people live in Sierra Leone than Nicaragua |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 42 | 80 | Sierra Leone has 38 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Nicaragua. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 43 | 93 | Sierra Leone passport holders visit 50 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 23 | 45 | Sierra Leonean hosts 22 fewer foreign missions than Nicaragua. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Nicaragua travel to Sierra Leone in one year?
The number of visitors from Nicaragua visiting Sierra Leone in 2018 was approximately 29.
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