Sierra Leone for citizens of Cabo Verde

🔑 How to enter to Sierra Leone from Cabo Verde

To enter Sierra Leone, Cape Verdean citizens must follow some fairly simple steps. Please note that migration services have the right to request additional documents (return tickets, accommodation reservations and etc.).

1. Before traveling to Sierra Leone, check whether your Cape Verdean passport is valid. Passport must be valid for 6 months after entering Sierra Leone and have at least 1 blank page for entry stamp.
2. Show your Cape Verdean passport to the immigration officer upon arrival.
3. Getting a visa - an entry stamp in your Cape Verdean passport.

✅ Requirements for Cape Verdean citizens to visit Sierra Leone with tourist visa

• Cape Verdean citizens should provide valid passport. Passport must be valid at the all time of entry to Sierra Leone. The passport must be a minimum of one blank page for the entry stamp.
• Medical insurance is recommended, as treatment of Cape Verdean citizens on the territory of Sierra Leone is carried out on a commercial basis.

❓ FAQ

1. Do citizens of Cabo Verde require a visa to visit the Sierra Leone?

   Cape Verdean citizens do not need a visa to visit the Sierra Leone.

2. What happens if a Cape Verdean passport holder stays in Sierra Leone longer than the visa-free period allowed?

   Overstaying visa-free entry to Sierra Leone is punishable by a fine, in case of serious violations a ban on entry to Sierra Leone is possible. It is essential to leave the country before your authorized stay expires or to extend your stay legally if needed.

3. Do citizens of Cabo Verde need to show proof of sufficient funds to enter Sierra Leone without a visa?

   Sierra Leonean immigration authorities may ask for proof of sufficient funds or a return ticket when entering the country without a visa. It is advisable to have these documents with you when traveling.

4. What documents are required for Cape Verdean citizens to enter Sierra Leone without a visa?

   Cape Verdean citizens need a valid passport with at least six months validity, a return or onward ticket, and proof of sufficient funds to cover their stay in Sierra Leone.

5. Can Cape Verdean work or study during the visa-free stay in Sierra Leone?

   The Sierra Leone visa-free stay is usually for tourism purposes only. For working or studying in Sierra Leone Cape Verdean citizens usually requires a specific visa, and you should not engage in such activities on a tourist visa-free stay.