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West Africa · 0.3M visitors/year
Sierra Leone
🏛️ Freetown
💰 SLL · Leone
🗣 English
🕐 UTC
✈️ Visa on arrival
Overview
Hotels
Attractions
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Essentials
Tourism at a Glance
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Annual Visitors
0.3M
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Tourism Revenue
$0.07B
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UNESCO Sites
1
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National Parks
4
📅 Best Season to Visit
November – April
⭐ Visitor Rating
★★★☆☆
3.4 out of 5.0
🌍 Top Source Markets
UK
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Country Information
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Capital
Freetown
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Currency
SLL · Leone
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Languages
English
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Time Zone
UTC
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Visa
Visa on arrival
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Hotels
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Sights
🚙
Rentals
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Banking
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sierra Leone safe to visit?
Sierra Leone welcomes 0.3M visitors annually. Always check your government travel advisory before booking.
Best time to visit Sierra Leone?
The best time to visit Sierra Leone is November – April.
Do I need a visa for Sierra Leone?
Visa on arrival. Verify with the Sierra Leone embassy for your nationality.
What currency is used in Sierra Leone?
The currency is the SLL · Leone.
What language is spoken in Sierra Leone?
Official language(s): English.
💱 Exchange Rates
1,000 SLL =
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