Sierra Leonean visa for UAE citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for UAE 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 UAE citizens to enter Sierra Leone for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Sierra Leone e-visa for UAE citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Sierra Leone visa on arrival for UAE citizens | Eligible | |
Sierra Leone tourist visa requirements:
- Holding UAE 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 United Arab Emirates, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Sierra Leone nearest your place of residence.
- Riyadh: The Embassy of in Riyadh, ~ 742.09 kilometers (461.11 mi) away from Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 25 minutes).
- Karachi: The Consulate General of in Karachi, ~ 1345.23 kilometers (835.89 mi) away from Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 6 hours 25 minutes).
Sierra Leone visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Sierra Leone diplomatic mission offices to United Arab Emirates for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from United Arab Emirates traveling to Sierra Leone from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (United Arab Emirates) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 104 | N/A |
| 2009 | 107 | 2.88% |
| 2010 | 113 | 5.61% |
| 2011 | 151 | 33.63% |
| 2012 | 174 | 15.23% |
| 2013 | 235 | 35.06% |
| 2014 | 128 | -45.53% |
| 2015 | 70 | -45.31% |
| 2016 | 160 | 128.57% |
| 2017 | 148 | -7.50% |
| 2018 | 165 | 11.49% |
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 & United Arab Emirates comparison
Sierra Leone's area is approximately 72,180 km2 (27,868 sq mi), while the area of United Arab Emirates is approximately 83,600 km2 (32,278 sq mi). This means United Arab Emirates is 15.82% larger than Sierra Leone.
As of October 2025, Sierra Leone's population is ~8.8 million people - 1,684,095 fewer people than the population of United Arab Emirates.
We have highlighted Sierra Leone & United Arab Emirates’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Sierra Leone | United Arab Emirates | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 8,814,566 | 10,498,661 | 1.7 million fewer people live in Sierra Leone than United Arab Emirates |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 42 | 101 | Sierra Leone has 59 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with United Arab Emirates. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 43 | 128 | Sierra Leone passport holders visit 85 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 23 | 127 | Sierra Leonean hosts 104 fewer foreign missions than United Arab Emirates. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from United Arab Emirates travel to Sierra Leone in one year?
The number of visitors from United Arab Emirates visiting Sierra Leone in 2018 was approximately 165.
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