Sierra Leonean passport holders must obtain a Central African Republic visa before travel; apply at a CAR mission.
Last verified: 2026-03-11
At a glance
Max stay 90 days
Passport validity Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from arrival.
Entry type Visa required
Onward ticket Proof of return or onward travel required.
Entry requirements
- CAR requires Sierra Leonean citizens to obtain a visa in advance; visas are not issued at ports of entry.
- Apply through the nearest CAR embassy or consulate.
- Required: valid passport (6+ months), photos, flight ticket, proof of accommodation or invitation.
- Yellow fever vaccination certificate required for all arrivals aged 9 months and older.
Stay
Permitted stay depends on visa type issued.
Passport
Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from arrival.
Health — Yellow fever
Yellow fever vaccination certificate required.
Check travel advisories; security conditions in CAR may affect travel.
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Sources
- Central African Republic Ministry of Foreign Affairs — Visa Information
- UK Government travel advice — Central African Republic entry requirements
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This tool is for guidance only and may be incomplete or out of date.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.