The Embassy of Sierra Leone in Berlin is the official diplomatic representation of Sierra Leone in Germany, providing consular services for Sierra Leonean nationals residing in or travelling through Germany.
Contact Details
| Address | Herwarthstraße 4, 12207 Berlin, Germany |
| Telephone | +49 30 772 058 50 |
| Fax | +49 30 772 058 52 9 |
| embassy@slembassy-germany.org | |
| Website | www.slembassy-germany.org |
| Head of Mission | Dr. M'Baimba Lamin Baryoh, Ambassador |
Opening Hours Embassy
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:00 – 12:00 / 13:00 – 16:00 |
| Tuesday | 09:00 – 12:00 / 13:00 – 16:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:00 – 12:00 / 13:00 – 16:00 |
| Thursday | 09:00 – 12:00 / 13:00 – 16:00 |
| Friday | 09:00 – 15:00 |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may very on public holidays or due to special circumstances. We recommend confirming before you visit.
Opening Hours Consular Section
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 10:00 – 14:00 |
| Tuesday | 10:00 – 14:00 |
| Wednesday | 10:00 – 14:00 |
| Thursday | 10:00 – 14:00 |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Location of the Embassy
Before your visit
The Embassy of Sierra Leone is at Herwarthstraße 4 in Berlin-Lichterfelde, in the south-west of the city.
- Telephone: +49 30 772 058 50.
- Travellers: Apply for the e-visa online before you fly.
About the Embassy of Sierra Leone in Berlin
The embassy represents Sierra Leone in Germany. Germany supports the country in health, education and good governance, and the beaches near Freetown and the Tiwai Island wildlife sanctuary are gaining popularity with travellers.
Sierra Leone has honorary consuls in Essen, Grünwald near Munich and Hamburg.
Which Sierra Leonean office is responsible for me?
| Office | Area covered |
|---|---|
| Embassy, Berlin | All of Germany; passports |
| Honorary Consulate, Essen | North Rhine-Westphalia (by appointment) |
| Honorary Consulate, Hamburg | Hamburg (mornings by appointment) |
| Honorary Consulate, Grünwald | Bavaria |
Consular services
- Sierra Leonean passports and emergency travel documents
- Help with e-visa questions
- Legalisation of documents
Documents checklist
Before you fly to Freetown
- A passport valid for at least six months
- An approved e-visa, applied for and paid online before travel
- A vaccination card with valid yellow fever vaccination
- The online health declaration, submitted within 72 hours before travel
Visa information
Travelling from Germany to Sierra Leone
German citizens need an e-visa, applied for and paid online before travel. After approval, the visa is issued at the border on arrival.
- Yellow fever vaccination is required for entry.
- Complete the online health declaration within 72 hours before departure; wrong information can lead to refusal.
- Exporting minerals, metals or stones requires an official permit.
- Local currency may only be taken in or out in very small amounts.
Travelling from Sierra Leone to Germany
Sierra Leonean citizens need a Schengen visa from the German Embassy in Freetown.
Other consulates and embassies in Berlin
161 other countries are represented in Berlin, among them: Singapore (embassy), Slovakia (embassy), Slovenia (embassy), Somalia (embassy), South Africa (embassy), South Sudan (embassy), Spain (embassy), Sri Lanka (embassy), Sudan (embassy), Sweden (embassy), Switzerland (embassy), Syria (embassy), Tajikistan (embassy), Tanzania (embassy), Thailand (embassy), Timor-Leste (honorary), Togo (embassy), Tunisia (embassy), Türkiye (consulate general), Türkiye (embassy). The full list of all 162 missions is on the overview page for Germany.
Closing days
The embassy is closed on German public holidays in Berlin and on Sierra Leonean holidays, including Independence Day on 27 April and the Islamic and Christian festivals.
Emergency assistance
Sierra Leonean nationals in Germany
Contact the embassy in Berlin if your passport is lost or stolen.
German nationals in Sierra Leone
The German Embassy in Freetown is responsible for the whole country.
Diplomatic missions between Sierra Leone and Germany
Sierra Leone in Germany
Measured in a straight line from Berlin, the nearest other Sierra Leonean office is the Honorary Consulate in Hamburg (about 250 km). Distances in brackets are straight-line distances from Berlin.
- Berlin – Embassy of Sierra Leone (this page)
- Essen – Honorary Consulate (North Rhine-Westphalia)
- Hamburg – Honorary Consulate (250 km) (Hamburg)
- Grünwald – Honorary Consulate (510 km) (Bavaria)
Germany in Sierra Leone
- Freetown – German Embassy
Frequently asked questions about the Embassy of Sierra Leone in Berlin
Can I get a Sierra Leone visa on arrival?
Only with an e-visa approved online beforehand; it is then issued at the border.
Do I need a yellow fever vaccination for Sierra Leone?
Yes. A valid vaccination card is required for entry.
Can I take gemstones home from Sierra Leone?
Only with an official export permit from the National Minerals Agency.
Is there a Sierra Leonean consulate in Bavaria?
Yes, an honorary consul in Grünwald near Munich.
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Details checked on 3 October 2026. Sources: Embassy of Sierra Leone, German Federal Foreign Office. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the embassy before your visit.
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