Kenyan travellers need a visa for Sierra Leone; you can apply online for an e‑visa in advance or get a visa on arrival (paid in USD cash), depending on your trip.
Last verified: 2026-02-05
At a glance
Entry requirements
- UK travel advice notes visitors/business travellers can get a visa on arrival (US$80, cash) or apply online for an e‑visa.
- Single-entry visas are valid for 90 days from issue and allow a maximum stay of 30 days; multiple-entry visas are valid for 365 days with up to 30 days per visit (per UK travel advice).
- An airport security fee applies on arrival and departure (see UK travel advice for payment options).
Stay
UK travel advice indicates each visit is up to a maximum of 30 days.
Passport
Passport must have at least 6 months validity at the time of visa application (per UK travel advice).
Health — Yellow fever
Yellow fever vaccination certificate is required for entry (per UK travel advice and WHO country list).
Visa/fees can change; confirm requirements and payment methods before travel.
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Sources
- UK Government travel advice — Sierra Leone entry requirements (visa on arrival/eVisa; validity; yellow fever certificate; airport security fee)
- Sierra Leone eVisa portal (online application)
- WHO — Yellow fever vaccination requirements and recommendations (country list PDF)
Important
This tool is for guidance only and may be incomplete or out of date. Always confirm with official government sources and your airline before you travel.