Zambian visa for Sierra Leonean citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Sierra Leonean passport holders visiting Zambia 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 Zambia for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Zambia e-visa for Sierra Leonean citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Zambia visa on arrival for Sierra Leonean citizens | Not Available | |
Zambia tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Sierra Leonean passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Zambia.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Zambia.
If you are looking for Zambia 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 Zambia nearest your place of residence.
- Luanda: The Embassy of in Luanda, ~ 3372.75 kilometers (2095.73 mi) away from Freetown, Sierra Leone. (Working hours: Close now).
- Madrid: The Consulate General of in Madrid, ~ 3647.34 kilometers (2266.35 mi) away from Freetown, Sierra Leone. (Working hours: Close now).
Zambia visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Zambia diplomatic mission offices to Sierra Leone for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Sierra Leone traveling to Zambia from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Sierra Leone) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 8 | N/A |
| 2009 | 7 | -12.50% |
| 2010 | 8 | 14.29% |
| 2011 | 9 | 12.50% |
| 2012 | 9 | 0.00% |
| 2013 | 9 | 0.00% |
| 2014 | 9 | 0.00% |
| 2015 | 9 | 0.00% |
| 2016 | 10 | 11.11% |
| 2017 | 11 | 10.00% |
| 2018 | 11 | 0.00% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Zambia & Sierra Leone comparison
Zambia's area is approximately 743,390 km2 (287,024 sq mi), while the area of Sierra Leone is approximately 72,180 km2 (27,868 sq mi). This means Sierra Leone is 10.30 times smaller than Zambia.
As of October 2025, Zambia's population is ~21.1 million people - 12,262,638 more people than the population of Sierra Leone.
We have highlighted Zambia & Sierra Leone’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Zambia | Sierra Leone | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 21,077,204 | 8,814,566 | 12.3 million more people live in Zambia than Sierra Leone |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 26 | 42 | Zambia has 16 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Sierra Leone. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 45 | 43 | Zambia passport holders can visit 2 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 40 | 23 | Zambian hosts 17 more foreign missions than Sierra Leone. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Sierra Leone travel to Zambia in one year?
The number of visitors from Sierra Leone visiting Zambia in 2018 was approximately 11.
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- Lusaka to Freetown: 4513.09 km (2804.30 mi)
- Travel time: 9 hours 24 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025