Customs
Africa
Sierra Leone Customs Regulations
Import & export rules, duty-free allowances, prohibited items, and traveler health advisory
$5000
Duty-free limit
200 cigs
Tobacco allowance
1 litre
Alcohol allowance
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Import Regulations
- 200 cigarettes or 250 g of tobacco (no age limit)
- 1L of alcohol (no age limit)
- Narcotics
- Pornography
- Pets of good health certificate and valid vaccination certificates can obtain permit. Please contact the nearest Embassy or Consulate (see Contact tab)
- Any type of weapon requires a permit from a Police Head Office in Freetown and will be held by Customs until such a permit can be obtained.
- Currency:
- Residents – of up to 50,000 of local currency and of up to $5000 worth of foreign currency
- Non-residents - of up to 50,000 of local currency and unlimited amount on foreign currency that needs to be declared upon arrival.
Export Regulations
- No information available
- No information available
- Residents - of up to 50,000 of local currency and of up to $5000 worth of foreign currency
- Non-residents - of up to 50,000 of local currency and for foreign currency up to the amount that was declared upon arrival.
Health & Security
Basic health information for travelers to Sierra Leone
Basic security information for travelers to Sierra Leone
🩺 Basic Health Information for Travelers to Sierra Leone
- Malaria, Yellow Fever and Cholera are present in this country so every precaution needs to be taken in order to avoid infection. HIV is prevalent in this country.
- All travellers should seek medical advice before travelling to the country and ensure that all appropriate vaccinations are up to date.
🛡 Basic Security Information for Travelers to Sierra Leone
- Many of the violent incidents throughout the country often involve guns and knives and travellers should take great care to avoid getting involved in any dangerous situations. Travellers should also keep a copy of their passport with them for identification by the countries authorities or in the case of an emergency.
Contact Information
For further assistance please contact the Sierra Leone Customs authorities directly. They will provide the latest information about customs regulations and export-import procedures.
Telephone
+2322223662