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Sierra Leone Travel Guide
3 destinations
Quick Facts
Capital
Freetown
Currency
SLE (Le)
Language
English
Travel Advisory
Level 2 — Exercise Increased Caution
🇺🇸 US State Department Advisory
Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution
Exercise increased caution in Sierra Leone due to crime , unrest , and inadequate health infrastructure . Crime Violent crimes, such as robbery and assault, occur frequently in Sierra Leone, especially in Freetown. Police struggle to respond to serious crime in most places due to limited resources. Do not travel outside the Freetown peninsula after nightfall. There are increased safety hazards and security concerns at night. U.S. government employees in Sierra Leone are prohibited from tra...
Read full advisory on travel.state.gov →Updated: Mon, 15 Sep 2025
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