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Sierra LeoneSierra Leone: Various travel information
How do you get to Sierra Leone?Airplane Lungi International Airport in Freetown is the air-technical gateway to Sierra Leone. It is connected to Freetown with the help of buses, water taxis, speed boats and also helicopters. Thanks to the BMI, direct flights to/ from London Heathrow are guaranteed four times a week. Brussels Airlines operates from/to Brussels, Kenya Airways from/to Nairobi, Royal Air Maroc from/to Casablanca and Arik Air from/to Lagos and Banjul - to name just the most important connections. Since 2011 Air France has been offering flights to/ from Paris again. Ship connections from Liberia and Guinea to Freetown, where the third largest natural harbor in the world is located. Freight and passenger ships call at Queen Elizabeth II Wharf, while some passenger, private or cargo boats can moor at Government Wharf in central Freetown. They mostly come from Conakry (Guinea) and Banjul. Car traffic Trunk roads lead to Guinea (Conakry) and Liberia. It should be noted, however, that the opening of the border crossings always depends on the current political situation. If you want to cross the border with a private vehicle, you need a special permit. Otherwise, you can still use the private taxis, buses and trucks that drive back and forth between Conakry and Freetown every day. Travel in the countryAir connections There is currently no regular domestic air traffic; however, private planes can be chartered. Ferry connections The country's coastal ports are linked by ferries. There are about 800 km of navigable waterways in the country. Rail The country's route network covers around 80 km. However, there is currently no rail passenger traffic in Sierra Leone. Bus transport The Sierra Leone Road Transport Authority maintains numerous buses that connect the larger cities of Sierra Leone. Comfortable coaches are usually used for this. PodaPodas/Taxis/Minibuses There are so-called PodaPodas in Freetown. These are shared taxis that can be found as minibuses all over the city. They run on fixed (shorter) routes and at fixed prices. There are no clearly marked stops; you simply stop the PodaPodas on the street and get off again where you want. Wherever you are going, that is what the apprentice calls out of the windows and door. Incidentally, PodaPodas are driven by private individuals and cost between 2,500 and 5,000 Leones (= approx. 0.60 to 1.25 euros) for shorter distances. But you should keep in mind that PodaPodas are mostly hopelessly overcrowded, in a very poor condition, the drivers often step on the accelerator in a catastrophic manner - which is also fun - and pickpocketing is very common. PodaPodas can also be chartered, but in this case you should definitely negotiate a price before starting your journey so as not to experience any nasty surprises later. For around 15,000 Leones (= approx. 4 euros) you can get a taxi for an hour. Car traffic/rental cars In Sierra Leone there are around 900 kilometers of paved roads, the condition of which in and between the (larger) cities ranks between very good and still accessible. It becomes more difficult in the less good and potholed side streets (such as Wilkinson Road, Sir Samuel Lewis Road and Spur Road in Freetown) and the sometimes catastrophic road conditions outside the cities. In the rainy season, entire sections are impassable. These conditions are a legacy of civil war. Without an all-terrain car, you shouldn't put on your seat belt. In addition, the way you drive and the condition of the other cars are worrying. You should pay particular attention to pedestrians. Anyone who does not let themselves be deterred from renting a car in Sierra Leone needs an international driver's license. If you want to cross the border to Guinea and Liberia by car, you also need a special permit. Traffic rules Right-hand traffic has been driving in Sierra Leone since 1971. Regardless of the information given here, it is advisable to obtain detailed information from the ADAC, the AvD or the traffic clubs in the country concerned. Maximum speeds In addition to the general speed limits shown, the speed limits indicated by signs must be strictly observed.
International license plateAccording to Abbreviationfinder, Sierra Leone's international license plate is:
Tourist officeNational Tourist Board of Sierra Leone Room 100 Cape Sierra Hotel Aberdeen PO Box 1435 Freetown Tel: 00232 - (0) 22 - 27 25 20 Email: [email protected] www.welcometosierraleone.org Entry and exit regulations Formalities and visas German citizens need a visa and a passport that is valid for at least three months to enter Sierra Leone. Embassy of Sierra Leone Herwarthstraße 4 12207 Berlin Tel.: 0049 - (0) 30 - 7720 5850 Honorary consulate general with visa issuing Frankfurt/Main Tel: 0049 - (0) 69 - 3 32 77 Currency Local currency The national currency of Sierra Leone is the Sierra Leone Leone (SLL) 1 Leone = 100 cents Import and export of foreign currency
Goods, souvenirs Country-specific goods, souvenirs Popular souvenirs from Sierra Leone are traditional masks, leatherwork and wood carvings Customs rules The following articles can be imported into Sierra Leone duty-free: - 200 cigarettes or 227 g tobacco and - 1.14 l alcoholic beverages. Travel medicine, vaccinations and warnings Infectious DiseasesThe following infectious diseases can be expected in Sierra Leone:
Vaccination recommendations
Vaccination is compulsory for all persons older than one year and coming from a yellow fever infection area designated by the WHO, a compulsory vaccination against an illness with yellow fever. Since Sierra Leone is one of the yellow fever infection areas designated by the WHO, vaccination is strongly recommended. Malaria prophylaxis When traveling in the country, it is strongly advised to undergo malaria prophylaxis. If the side effects seem questionable to you, you should at least have a "stand-by preparation" with you. Sierra Leone: Diplomatic missionsVisit Countryaah for a full list of Sierra Leone embassies and consulates in each country around the world.
German representations in Sierra LeoneEmbassy of the Federal Republic of Germany (without issuing a visa, only emergency aid) 3, Middle Hill Station, Freetown PO Box 728 Sierra Leone Tel: 00232 - (0) 78 - 73 21 20 Email: [email protected] www.freetown.diplo. de Representations of Sierra Leone in Germany Embassy of the Republic of Sierra Leone in Berlin Herwarthstrasse 4 12207 Berlin Tel: 0049 - (0) 30 - 77 20 58 - 50/515 Email: [email protected] www.slembassy-germany.org Honorary Consulate General in Frankfurt/Main Fritz-Schubert-Ring 61 60388 Frankfurt am Main Tel: 0049 - (0) 6109 - 332 77 Fax: 0049 - (0) 6109 - 240 55 Honorary Consulate in Denkendorf Am Lochwäldle 18 73770 Denkendorf Tel: 0049 - (0) 711 - 300 97 63 Fax: 0049 - (0) 711 - 300 905 16 E-Mail: [email protected] Austrian representations in Sierra Leone The Federal Republic of Austria does not have an embassy in Sierra Leone, but is represented by an honorary consulate. The embassy in Senegal is responsible: Embassy of the Federal Republic of Austria in Senegal 18, rue Emile Zola Dakar Tel: 00221 - (0) 33 - 849 4000 Email: [email protected] The Austrian Embassy in Senegal is still responsible for:
Honorary Consulate of the Republic of Austria in Freetown 26 Percival Street Freetown Tel: 00232 - (0) 22 - 222 820 Email: [email protected] Representations of Sierra Leone in Austria The Embassy of Sierra Leone in Germany is responsible. Honorary Consulate General in Vienna Talgasse 11/7 1150 Vienna Tel: 0043 - (0) 1 - 894 05 82 10 Swiss representations in Sierra Leone Switzerland does not have an embassy in Sierra Leone, but is represented by a consulate general. The embassy in Ivory Coast is responsible: Embassy in Ivory Coast Immeuble Botreau Roussel 28, avenue Delafosse Abidjan/Plateau Ivory Coast Tel: 00225 - 2021 1721 Email: [email protected] www.eda.admin.ch/abidjan The Swiss embassy in Ivory Coast is still responsible fü
Consulate General Freetown Freetown Cold, Storage Co. Ltd. George Brook, Freetown Tel: 00232 - (0) 22 - 235 - 056/024 Email: [email protected] Representations of Sierra Leone in Switzerland The Embassy of Sierra Leone in Germany is responsible. Consulate General in Geneva 62 Quai Gustave Ador 1207 Geneva 6 Tel: 0041 - (0) 22 - 735 85 78
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