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Uganda embassy & consulates in Sierra Leone

Visa on arrival · 30 days$1,450/moSOS 999Updated Nov 9, 2026
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Uganda has no resident embassy or consulate in Sierra Leone on record. Sierra Leone is covered by the Uganda mission in Nigeria (Abuja).

Entry rules for Uganda passport holders → Sierra Leone:Visa on arrival· 30 days
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Sierra Leone is covered by the Uganda mission in Abuja, Nigeria.

High CommissionAbuja

Uganda High Commission, Abuja - Nigeria

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abuja.mofa.go.ug
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Burkina Faso, Benin, Côte d’Ivoire, Cape Verde, Ghana, Gambia, Guinea, Equatorial Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, Mali, Niger, Sierra Leone, Senegal, Togo

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Entry rules for Uganda passport holders

Sierra LeoneVisa on arrival· 30 days

Visa rules change often. Always confirm with the official embassy or government site before you travel. Source: Passport Index dataset (MIT), refreshed Nov 9, 2026.

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Document checklist: Uganda → Sierra Leone

General guidance for a short trip. Requirements change, so confirm with the official sources linked below.

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months after your trip, with 2 blank pages.
  • You can stay up to 30 days without a visa.
  • Visa fee in cash (usually USD or EUR) for the visa on arrival.
  • Recent passport photos.
  • Return or onward ticket.
  • Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation).
  • Proof of sufficient funds (bank statements of the last 3–6 months).
  • Travel medical insurance for the whole stay.

Only use the official government portal. Many look-alike sites charge extra.

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Consular legalisation required
Uganda → Sierra Leone
Driving licence abroad
Carry an IDP (1949 Geneva format) with your national licence.
Uganda → Sierra Leone

Applying for a visa? Sierra Leone missions in Uganda

No Sierra Leone mission in Uganda on record.

Frequently asked questions

Is there an embassy of Uganda in Sierra Leone?

No. Uganda has no resident embassy or consulate in Sierra Leone on record. Sierra Leone is covered by the Uganda mission in Nigeria (Abuja).

Do citizens of Uganda need a visa for Sierra Leone?

Visa on arrival (30 days). Visa rules change often. Always confirm with the official embassy or government site before you travel.

What should I do if I lose my passport in Sierra Leone?

Report the loss to the local police (emergency: 999), then contact the Uganda embassy or consulate in Sierra Leone for an emergency travel document. Bring ID copies and a police report.