Madagascar to Sierra Leone visa requirements
Malagasy citizens can obtain a visa on arrival in Sierra Leone for up to 30 days.
Last verified: 2026-02-06
At a glance
What Madagascar travellers need to know
If you hold a Madagascar passport and plan to visit Sierra Leone for tourism, current guidance indicates you need visa on arrival.
Malagasy citizens can obtain a visa on arrival in Sierra Leone for up to 30 days.
Plan your trip around a stay of about 30 days, and confirm the final duration with immigration on arrival or on your visa sticker/eVisa.
Carry a passport that remains valid for your full stay in Sierra Leone, with blank pages for stamps where required.
Ensure you have the exact amount in USD for the visa fee.
Rules change. Cross-check the official sources listed below and your airline’s document checks before you fly from Madagascar to Sierra Leone.
Entry requirements
- Sierra Leone offers visa on arrival to citizens of African Union member states.
- The fee is typically $25 USD for AU citizens.
Ensure you have the exact amount in USD for the visa fee.
How to prepare (Madagascar → Sierra Leone)
- 1
Confirm Madagascar passport holders still qualify for visa on arrival in Sierra Leone.
- 2
Prepare the VOA fee in the currency accepted at your arrival airport.
- 3
Pack passport photos, return ticket, hotel booking, and proof of funds.
- 4
Complete any arrival card or health form before landing when available.
- 5
Keep the VOA receipt with your passport for the rest of your trip.
Documents checklist
- Valid Madagascar passport (check validity rules above)
- Return or onward ticket
- Proof of accommodation in Sierra Leone
- Proof of sufficient funds for your stay
- Travel insurance (recommended)
Frequently asked questions
Do Madagascar citizens need a visa for Sierra Leone?
Based on Tsavaro’s last verification (2026-02-06), Madagascar travellers need visa on arrival for tourism to Sierra Leone. Malagasy citizens can obtain a visa on arrival in Sierra Leone for up to 30 days.
How long can I stay in Sierra Leone on a Madagascar passport?
Guidance commonly allows stays up to 30 days for tourism, subject to the stamp, visa, or authorisation you receive.
What documents should Madagascar travellers carry to Sierra Leone?
At minimum: a valid passport, return/onward ticket, accommodation proof, and funds. Check whether yellow fever or other health certificates apply to your route.
Where can I verify Sierra Leone entry rules officially?
Start with: Sierra Leone Immigration Department - Visa on Arrival. Requirements can change without notice.
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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.