Is it possible to get a visa on arrival at the airport in Freetown, Sierra Leone?

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While it is possible to get a VISA upon arrival, the main issue may be whether your airline allows you to board a flight for Sierra Leone without a valid VISA. Check with your airline to determine whether they require one. I've flown with AirFrance/Delta/KLM and they require a visa as you check in.

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As of 21 February 2017, Timatic, the database used by airlines, states:

Passengers with a confirmation from immigration that a visa has been approved before departure can obtain a visa on arrival.

In other words, you need to pre-arrange a visa on arrival and receive a confirmation letter.

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I traveled to Sierra Leone about half a dozen times in 2010 and 2011 and got my visa upon arrival every time, without a hassle.

I remember having to show my yellow fever vaccination booklet once or twice. Besides that, I don't remember any other requirements. Cost was in the order of 50 USD, but my memory of that is vague.

That said, immigration rules do change, and this was three years ago.

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