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Sierra Leone Sierra Leone Seychelles Seychelles
Visa-free

Sierra Leonean passport holders can enter Seychelles visa-free; obtain a Travel Authorisation (TA) online before departure; Visitor's Permit issued on arrival.

Last verified: 2026-03-11

At a glance

Max stay 90 days
Passport validity Passport must be valid for period of intended stay until return.
Entry type Visa-free
Onward ticket Return or onward ticket for duration of visit.

Entry requirements

  • Seychelles is visa-free for Sierra Leonean citizens; a Visitor's Permit is issued on arrival for tourism if meeting entry conditions.
  • All travellers must apply for a Travel Authorisation (TA) online before travel via the Seychelles Electronic Border System (SEBS).
  • Required: passport, selfie, trip/airline details, accommodation proof (or invitation), payment card for TA.
  • Visitor's Permit initially up to 3 months; extendable in 3‑month periods up to 12 months.

Stay

Visitor's Permit up to 3 months initially; extendable.

Passport

Passport must be valid for period of intended stay until return.

Health — Yellow fever

Required if residing in or transiting (12+ hrs) a yellow fever endemic country.

Travel Authorisation required before travel. Confirm on official SEBS portal.

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