Sierra Leonean visa for Turkish citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Turkish 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 Turkish citizens to enter Sierra Leone for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Sierra Leone e-visa for Turkish citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Sierra Leone visa on arrival for Turkish citizens | Eligible | |
Sierra Leone tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Turkish 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 Turkey, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Sierra Leone nearest your place of residence.
- Limassol: The Consulate General of in Limassol, ~ 514.00 kilometers (319.38 mi) away from Ankara, Turkey. (Working hours: Close now).
- Beirut: The Consulate General of in Beirut, ~ 564.23 kilometers (350.59 mi) away from Ankara, Turkey. (Working hours: Close now).
Sierra Leone visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Sierra Leone diplomatic mission offices to Turkey for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Turkey traveling to Sierra Leone from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Turkey) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 320 | N/A |
| 2009 | 329 | 2.81% |
| 2010 | 347 | 5.47% |
| 2011 | 463 | 33.43% |
| 2012 | 534 | 15.33% |
| 2013 | 721 | 35.02% |
| 2014 | 392 | -45.63% |
| 2015 | 214 | -45.41% |
| 2016 | 490 | 128.97% |
| 2017 | 454 | -7.35% |
| 2018 | 507 | 11.67% |
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 & Turkey comparison
Sierra Leone's area is approximately 72,180 km2 (27,868 sq mi), while the area of Turkey is approximately 769,630 km2 (297,155 sq mi). This means Turkey is 10.66 times bigger than Sierra Leone.
As of October 2025, Sierra Leone's population is ~8.8 million people - 80,120,980 fewer people than the population of Turkey.
We have highlighted Sierra Leone & Turkey’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Sierra Leone | Turkey | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 8,814,566 | 88,935,546 | 80.1 million fewer people live in Sierra Leone than Turkey |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 42 | 235 | Sierra Leone has 193 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Turkey. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 43 | 68 | Sierra Leone passport holders visit 25 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 23 | 286 | Sierra Leonean hosts 263 fewer foreign missions than Turkey. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Turkey travel to Sierra Leone in one year?
The number of visitors from Turkey visiting Sierra Leone in 2018 was approximately 507.
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Useful Information
- Freetown to Ankara: 5605.02 km (3482.80 mi)
- Travel time: 11 hours 40 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025