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How to get a Sierra Leone visa from Philippines
Visa types, fees, processing times and application requirements for Filipino passport holders travelling to Sierra Leone.
Visa types & fees
3 visa options for travelling to Sierra Leone.
Business visa
Processing time5 business days
Validity3 months
Fee (approx.)$160
Tourist visa
Processing time5 business days
Validity3 months
Fee (approx.)$160
Work visa
Processing time5-10 working days
Validity3 months
Fee (approx.)$190
Application requirements
Documents Filipino applicants need to provide.
- A valid passport with a validity of six months beyond your stay in Sierra Leone.
- Fully completed visa application form
- Two passport photographs size 51mm x 51mm.
- Valid Philippine passport and one copy
- Original of valid resident visa
- Confirmation letter from your health insurance stating coverage & one copy
- Proof of group travel
- Proof of hotel booking in Sierra Leone
- Airline reservation for Sierra Leone and one photocopy
- Current bank statement and one copy
- Visa fees for Sierra Leonean Visa
Visa type details
Business visa
- This visa is issued to the Philippines traveling to Sierra Leone for tourism
- One completed Sierra Leone visa application
- Two passport-type photos with a white background
- Holders of this visa can attend exhibitions, conferences and sign contracts.
- One copy of proof of vaccination for yellow fever
- Medical insurance
- Payment of visa fee
- Physical passport with 6 months validity beyond trip completion and one blank visa page
- Flight itinerary
- Company business letter on your company letterhead.
Tourist visa
- This visa is issued to the Philippines traveling to Sierra Leone for tourism/sightseeing
- A valid passport with a validity of six months beyond your stay in Sierra Leone
- If invited. An invitation letter from the host should be provided
- Two passport photographs size (35mm x 45mm)
- Medical insurance
- Evidence of sufficient funds to finance stay in Sierra Leone
- Payment of visa fees
- A completely filled tourist visa application form by the applicant
- A genuine reason for traveling to Sierra Leone
- Income tax return
Work visa
- This visa is issued to the Philippines traveling to Sierra Leone for business purposes
- A valid passport
- A completely filled work visa application form
- A valid residence permit
- Letter from the employer stating the job title
- Two passport photographs with a white background.
- Photocopy of company registration and a business name
- Educational qualification
- Letter of employment from the organization in Sierra Leone
- Curriculum vitae
- Proof of a clean criminal track.
- A genuine reason for working in Sierra Leone
Where to apply
Sierra Leone embassy & visa application centers in Philippines.
Cebu City
AddressSeychellois Consulate #27 Samson Road Lahug Cebu City, Philippines.
Phone(+63) 32 232-2988 (+63) 32 232-6753
Email[email protected]
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Frequently asked questions
What is Sierra Lone famous for producing
Sierra Leone is known for mining, especially of diamonds, for its economic base. It is also among the largest producers of titanium and bauxite, and a major producer of gold, and has one of the world's largest deposits of rutile.
Is Sierra Leone safe to visit
Yes, Sierra Leone is safe to visit. But be vigilant of the significant risk of pickpocketing, theft and also aggravated robbery. This is not the place to flash lots of cash and wear expensive cameras around your neck.
What is the culture in Sierra Leone like
The majority of people in Sierra Leone still live a traditional, agricultural way of life, with ruling chiefs, and religions that preserve social stability, as well as local music, dance, customs, and traditions. Handshaking is the normal form of greeting.
Is Sierra Leone an English speaking country
Yes, Sierra Leone is an English speaking country. The English language is spoken by 90% of the population of Sierra Leoneans.
Visa fees and rules change often. Confirm the latest Sierra Leone visa
requirements with an official embassy or consulate before booking travel.