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 - Friday - 02 August, 2024 5 days 19 hours from now |
| Business (Type-E) | Visa required |
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Get it as soon as 11:00 - Friday - 02 August, 2024 5 days 19 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 nationals need a visa for Cambodia?
Yes. As of July 2024, 8,078,410 Sierra Leonean passport holders require a valid visa to enter Cambodia. Sierra Leonean passports must have at least 2 blank pages and be valid for a minimum of 6 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 1687388 SLL. |
| eVisa processing time: | 3-5 working days (Earliest is 11:30 - Thursday - 01 August, 2024 at Freetown local time) |
| Visa on arrival eligibility: | Travelers from Sierra Leone 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?
In order to get an eVisa for Cambodia, Sierra Leonean citizens need to guarantee the following things:
- 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.
- You have a soft copy of your full passport personal detail page (in jpeg format)
- You have a soft copy of your portrait (in jpeg format, meeting the Vietnam evisa photo requirements).
- You have an active email to receive Evisa
- You have 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
(Close now)
Time Right Now
Freetown: 15:24 PM, Saturday 27 July 2024
Lyon: 17:24 PM, Saturday 27 July 2024
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 (75 USD ~ 1687388 SLL)
- Get your eVisa approval in 3-5 business days (The earliest is 11:00 AM, Sierra Leone local time on 02 August 2024).
- 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 | 15:24 (27 July, 2024) | 22:24 (27 July, 2024) | Sierra Leone is Lyon 1.0 hour ahead Freetown Cambodia. |
| Population | 8,078,410 | 16,861,699 | 8,783,289 fewer than Cambodia. |
| Current weather | moderate rain 24°C (Freetown) | overcast clouds 29°C (Phnom Penh) | 5°C lower 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 Sept. 22, 2024 which will start in 1 month, 3 weeks (Freetown local time) |
Sierra Leone Public Holidays 2024
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Assumption of Mary | Thursday, 15 August 2024 | 2 weeks, 4 days |
| September Equinox | Sunday, 22 September 2024 | 1 month, 3 weeks |
| Constitutional Day | Tuesday, 24 September 2024 | 1 month, 3 weeks |
| Commemoration Day of King's Father | Tuesday, 15 October 2024 | 2 months, 2 weeks |
| Daylight Saving Time ends | Sunday, 27 October 2024 | 2 months, 4 weeks |
| King's Coronation Day | Tuesday, 29 October 2024 | 3 months |
| All Saints' Day | Friday, 01 November 2024 | 3 months |
| Independence Day | Saturday, 09 November 2024 | 3 months, 1 week |
| Armistice Day | Monday, 11 November 2024 | 3 months, 2 weeks |
| December Solstice | Saturday, 21 December 2024 | 4 months, 3 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 (75 USD ~ 1687388 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 01 August 2024 (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.