British visa for Sierra Leonean citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Sierra Leonean passport holders visiting United Kingdom for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Sierra Leonean citizens to enter United Kingdom for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | United Kingdom e-visa for Sierra Leonean citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | United Kingdom visa on arrival for Sierra Leonean citizens | Not Available | |
United Kingdom tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Sierra Leonean passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in United Kingdom.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from United Kingdom.
If you are looking for United Kingdom visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Sierra Leone, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of United Kingdom nearest your place of residence.
- Freetown: The High Commission of United Kingdom in Freetown, Sierra Leone (Working hours: Close now. Open in 8 hours 29 minutes)
United Kingdom visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest United Kingdom diplomatic mission offices to Sierra Leone for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Sierra Leone traveling to United Kingdom from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Sierra Leone) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 301 | N/A |
| 2009 | 282 | -6.31% |
| 2010 | 283 | 0.35% |
| 2011 | 293 | 3.53% |
| 2012 | 293 | 0.00% |
| 2013 | 311 | 6.14% |
| 2014 | 326 | 4.82% |
| 2015 | 344 | 5.52% |
| 2016 | 358 | 4.07% |
| 2017 | 377 | 5.31% |
| 2018 | 363 | -3.71% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
United Kingdom & Sierra Leone comparison
United Kingdom's area is approximately 241,930 km2 (93,409 sq mi), while the area of Sierra Leone is approximately 72,180 km2 (27,868 sq mi). This means Sierra Leone is 3.35 times smaller than United Kingdom.
As of November 2025, United Kingdom's population is ~69.7 million people - 60,870,424 more people than the population of Sierra Leone.
We have highlighted United Kingdom & Sierra Leone’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| United Kingdom | Sierra Leone | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 69,684,990 | 8,814,566 | 60.9 million more people live in United Kingdom than Sierra Leone |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 222 | 42 | United Kingdom has 180 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Sierra Leone. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 139 | 43 | United Kingdom passport holders can visit 96 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 348 | 23 | British hosts 325 more foreign missions than Sierra Leone. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Sierra Leone travel to United Kingdom in one year?
The number of visitors from Sierra Leone visiting United Kingdom in 2018 was approximately 363.
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Useful Information
- London to Freetown: 4765.37 km (2961.06 mi)
- Travel time: 9 hours 55 minutes
This page was last updated on: November 2025