Cambodia Visa for Sierra Leonean Citizens & How to Apply
A visa is REQUIRED for Sierra Leonean passport holders visiting Cambodia for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
| Visa types | Requirements | Information | Application |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist (Type-T) | Visa required | For Sierra Leonean nationals or residents who visit Cambodia for tourism purposes. | Get it as soon as 11:00 - Monday - 27 January, 2025 5 days 3 hours from now |
| Business (Type-E) | Visa required |
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Get it as soon as 11:00 - Wednesday - 29 January, 2025 7 days 3 hours from now |
| Transit visa | Not required | For Sierra Leonean transit passengers departing on the same arrival airplane through Phnom Penh International Airport (PHP). |
Do Sierra Leonean citizens need a visa for Cambodia?
Yes. As of January 2025, 7,993,964 Sierra Leonean passport holders require a valid visa to enter Cambodia. It allows a single entry and a maximum stay of 30 days in Cambodia for tourism purposes. Sierra Leonean passports must have at least 2 blank pages and be valid for a minimum of six months at the time of application.
Visa requirement summary:
| Can Sierra Leonean citizens apply for Cambodia evisa? | Yes, Sierra Leonean passports are eligible for the e-visa to Cambodia. |
| eVisa fee: | eVisa fee for Sierra Leonean citizens is 1552396 SLL. |
| eVisa processing time: | 3-5 working days (Earliest is 11:30 - Tuesday - 28 January, 2025 at Freetown local time) |
| Visa on arrival eligibility: | Sierra Leonean passport holders are eligible to obtain a visa on arrival (VoA) for Cambodia. |
| How to apply? | Online eVisa application |
What are requirements to get Cambodia evisa for Sierra Leone citizens?
Following is the list of Cambodia eVisa requirements for Sierra Leonean citizens:
- Your Sierra Leone passport must be valid for at least 6 months of your entry into Cambodia and should have at least 2 black pages.
- A soft copy of your full passport personal detail page (in jpeg format)
- A soft copy of your portrait photo (in jpeg format, meeting the Cambodia evisa photo requirements - 4x6cm, white background).
- An active email to receive Evisa
- A credit card/debit card to make payment.
Diplomatic Missions of Cambodia in Sierra Leone
At present, Cambodia has no diplomatic representations in Freetown, Sierra Leone.
The information for the nearest Cambodian embassy can be found below.
Nearest Embassy
Royal Embassy of Cambodia in France
(It is a 4443.7 km distance from Freetown with 7 hours, 24 minutes flight)
Imm. "Le Palais dHiver" 149, boulevard , Stalingrad 69100, Lyon, France
Phone
+33 4 78.93.04.81
To call the embassy from Sierra Leone, please dial +33
Office hours
Monday- Friday: 8:00 am - 17:00 pm
(Open now)
Time Right Now
Freetown: 07:57 AM, Wednesday 22 January 2025
Lyon: 08:57 AM, Wednesday 22 January 2025
Time Difference: Lyon 1.0 hour ahead Freetown
How to Get Cambodia Visa for Sierra Leonean citizens
There are two available methods for Sierra Leonean citizens and foreign passports living in Sierra Leone to apply for a visa to Cambodia.
Applying for an eVisa from Sierra Leone? Here is a step-by-step guide:
- Fill in a secure online eVisa form
- Upload your Sierra Leonean passport data page and a 4*6cm photo.
- Confirm and pay the e-Visa fee (69 USD ~ 1552396 SLL)
- Get your eVisa approval in 3-5 business days (The earliest is 11:00 AM, Sierra Leone local time on 27 January 2025).
- Present your eVisa certificate at the immigration checking point.
Sierra Leonean nationals are eligible for the 30-day visa-on-arrival program:
- Tourist visas: $30 USD ~ 674955 Leone(SLL)
- Business visas: $35 USD ~ 787448 Leone(SLL)
Eligible ports of entry
Sierra Leonean visitors holding a valid eVisa can enter at one of the following ports of entry and exit in Cambodia:
| Ports of entry/exit | Distance and travel time (from Freetown Sierra Leone) |
|---|---|
| Phnom Penh International Airport | 12662.9 km / 7868.4 miles (21 hours, 6 minutes) |
| Siem Reap Angkor International Airport | 12501.5 km / 7768.1 miles (20 hours, 50 minutes) |
| Sihanoukville International Airport | 12562.4 km / 7805.9 miles (20 hours, 56 minutes) |
| Cham Yeam | 12456.1 km / 7739.9 miles (20 hours, 45 minutes) |
| Poipet | 12362.3 km / 7681.5 miles (20 hours, 36 minutes) |
| Bavet | 12816.3 km / 7963.7 miles (21 hours, 21 minutes) |
| Trapeang Kriel | 12716.6 km / 7901.7 miles (21 hours, 11 minutes) |
Sierra Leone & Cambodia travel information
| Sierra Leone | Cambodia | Differences | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Local time | 07:57 (22 January, 2025) | 14:57 (22 January, 2025) | Sierra Leone is Lyon 1.0 hour ahead Freetown Cambodia. |
| Population | 7,993,964 | 16,742,861 | 8,748,897 fewer than Cambodia. |
| Current weather | broken clouds 31°C (Freetown) | broken clouds 30°C (Phnom Penh) | 1°C higher than Cambodia |
| Distance | Freetown |
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Average distance is 12583 km or 7819 miles. |
| Today’s holiday |
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The next public holiday in Cambodia is March 8, 2025 which will start in 1 month, 1 week (Freetown local time) |
Sierra Leone Public Holidays 2025
The Royal Embassy of Cambodia may close during the following public holidays and observances in Sierra Leone.
| Public holiday | Date to be observed | Counting down |
|---|---|---|
| International Women Day | Saturday, 08 March 2025 | 1 month, 1 week |
| March Equinox | Thursday, 20 March 2025 | 1 month, 3 weeks |
| Daylight Saving Time starts | Sunday, 30 March 2025 | 2 months, 1 week |
| Good Friday | Friday, 18 April 2025 | 2 months, 3 weeks |
| Easter Sunday | Sunday, 20 April 2025 | 2 months, 4 weeks |
| Easter Monday | Monday, 21 April 2025 | 2 months, 4 weeks |
| Labor Day / May Day | Thursday, 01 May 2025 | 3 months, 1 week |
| Labour Day | Thursday, 01 May 2025 | 3 months, 1 week |
| WWII Victory Day | Thursday, 08 May 2025 | 3 months, 2 weeks |
| Mother's Day | Sunday, 11 May 2025 | 3 months, 2 weeks |
Frequently asked questions, answered
Are there any Cambodian diplomatic missions in Sierra Leone?
No. There is no embassy of Cambodia in Sierra Leone.
How much does a Cambodian eVisa cost for Sierra Leonean nationals?
The cost of an eVisa for Sierra Leonean citizens is approximately (69 USD ~ 1552396 SLL) for a standard processing time of 3-5 working days.
How soon can I get a visa for Cambodia from Sierra Leone?
The earliest possible for getting an eVisa for Cambodia is around 11:30 AM on 28 January 2025 (Freetown local time).
What are the best ways to obtain a visa for Cambodia?
If you are currently living in Sierra Leone, you can:
- Apply for an e-visa online.