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Cabo Verde Cabo Verde Sierra Leone Sierra Leone
Visa on arrival

Cabo Verde passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival at Sierra Leonean ports of entry for tourism purposes, with reduced fees for African Union nationals.

Last verified: 2026-02-05

At a glance

Max stay See requirements
Passport validity Passport valid for at least 6 months from date of arrival.
Entry type Visa on arrival
Onward ticket Valid return/onward ticket if travelling by air (or as required by authorities/airline).

Entry requirements

  • Sierra Leone offers visa on arrival for Cabo Verde citizens (as African Union nationals) at major ports of entry.
  • As AU nationals, Cabo Verde citizens pay $25 for visa on arrival (compared to $80 for non-AU nationals).
  • Visa on arrival is valid for one month and applies to tourism, business, religion, and academic visits.

Passport

Passport valid for at least 6 months from date of arrival.

Health — Yellow fever

Yellow fever vaccination certificate may be required depending on travel history.

Visa on arrival is available at Lungi Airport, Jendema border, and Gbalamuya border. Valid for one month with possible extension.

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