Sierra Leonean visa for South Korean citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for South Korean 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 South Korean citizens to enter Sierra Leone for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Sierra Leone e-visa for South Korean citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Sierra Leone visa on arrival for South Korean citizens | Eligible | |
Sierra Leone tourist visa requirements:
- Holding South Korean 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 South Korea, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Sierra Leone nearest your place of residence.
- Beijing: The Embassy of in Beijing, ~ 1087.64 kilometers (675.83 mi) away from Seoul, South Korea. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 6 hours 29 minutes).
- Cebu City: The Consulate General of in Cebu City, ~ 2870.55 kilometers (1783.68 mi) away from Seoul, South Korea. (Working hours: Close now).
Sierra Leone visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Sierra Leone diplomatic mission offices to South Korea for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from South Korea traveling to Sierra Leone from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (South Korea) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 2,340 | N/A |
| 2009 | 2,405 | 2.78% |
| 2010 | 2,535 | 5.41% |
| 2011 | 3,380 | 33.33% |
| 2012 | 3,900 | 15.38% |
| 2013 | 5,265 | 35.00% |
| 2014 | 2,860 | -45.68% |
| 2015 | 1,560 | -45.45% |
| 2016 | 3,575 | 129.17% |
| 2017 | 3,315 | -7.27% |
| 2018 | 3,705 | 11.76% |
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 & South Korea comparison
Sierra Leone's area is approximately 72,180 km2 (27,868 sq mi), while the area of South Korea is approximately 97,230 km2 (37,540 sq mi). This means South Korea is 34.70% larger than Sierra Leone.
As of October 2025, Sierra Leone's population is ~8.8 million people - 42,685,330 fewer people than the population of South Korea.
We have highlighted Sierra Leone & South Korea’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Sierra Leone | South Korea | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 8,814,566 | 51,499,896 | 42.7 million fewer people live in Sierra Leone than South Korea |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 42 | 183 | Sierra Leone has 141 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with South Korea. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 43 | 138 | Sierra Leone passport holders visit 95 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 23 | 129 | Sierra Leonean hosts 106 fewer foreign missions than South Korea. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from South Korea travel to Sierra Leone in one year?
The number of visitors from South Korea visiting Sierra Leone in 2018 was approximately 3,705.
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