Liberia Visa Policy

The applicants who wish to travel to Liberia can realize their intended trips by obtaining the appropriate visa type depending on the purpose and duration of their trips. Liberia visas can be 3 months single entry or multiple entries (6, 12, 24, 36 months). The validity duration of the multiple entry visas can change depending on the nationality and country of submission. ECOWAS (Economic Community of West African States) citizens are not required to obtain a Liberia visa to enter the country.

Liberia Tourist visa is issued for applicants intending to visit Liberia for tourism and sightseeing. You can apply for a Liberia Tourist visa in order to realize your tourist activities.

Required Documents for Liberia Tourist Visa

1. Application Form

• Duly completed application form
• It must be signed by the applicant

2. Photos

• Two passport size and color photos in the white or plain background
• It must show the full face of the applicant.
• It must be taken within the last 6 months.
• The applicant’s full face must directly face the camera.
• The natural expression on the face and eyes must be open.

3. Passport

• Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the return date
• It must have at least 2 blank pages

4. National Identity Card and Resident Permit/Visa Copy (if Your Country of Residence and Citizenship are Different)

5. Travel Itinerary

• Copy of round-trip flight ticket reservation
• Confirmation of hotel reservation or
• Invitation letter from the host in Liberia (in case of staying in host’s house)
  • The name, address, and contact details of the host must be included.

6. Proof of Financial Means

• Bank statement
• Statement of credit card
• Traveler’s cheque
• International card with sufficient funds
• Other

7. Medical Insurance

• It should cover the whole duration of the stay

8. Certificate of Immunization

• International certificate of yellow fever vaccination

9. For Minors:

• Copy and English translation of either birth certificate/proof of adoption/custody decree if parents are divorced/death certificate of parent
• Permit letter by parents/guardians if minor is traveling alone or permit letter by one of the guardians/parents in case of minor is traveling with one of them.

*Additional documents may be required by the embassy.

Processing Time for Liberia Tourist Visa

The average processing time for a Liberia Tourist Visa is 2-15 working days. It depends on your visa application country.

Liberia Tourist Visa Fee

Liberia Tourist Visa fee is approximately 70-125 USD for a 3 months single entry, 150-350 USD for a multiple entry visa. The fee may vary depending on your nationality or your country of submission.

Where to Apply for Liberia Tourist Visa?

You will apply for a Liberia Tourist Visa in Liberia visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.

A Liberia Business visa gives you the authorization to enter Liberia and stay here for a maximum period of your visa validity, as permitted. It permits its holder to engage in business-related activities.

Required Documents for Liberia Business Visa

1. Application Form

• Duly completed application form
• It must be signed by the applicant

2. Photos

• Two passport size and color photos in the white or plain background
• It must show the full face of the applicant.
• It must be taken within the last 6 months.
• The applicant’s full face must directly face the camera.
• The natural expression on the face and eyes must be open.

3. Passport

• Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the return date
• It must have at least 2 blank pages

4. National Identity Card and Resident Permit/Visa Copy (if Your Country of Residence and Citizenship are Different)

5. Travel Itinerary

• Copy of round-trip flight ticket reservation
• Confirmation of hotel reservation or
• Invitation letter from the host in Liberia (in case of staying in host’s house)
  • The name, address, and contact details of the host must be included.

6. Proof of Purpose of the Visit

• Invitation letter from the company or organization
  • It should indicate the undertaking full responsibility for the applicant by the company, contact details of the business, and the purpose of the visit
• If the applicant is planning to establish a business:
  • Articles of Incorporation. It is a formal document that indicates the creation of the business (corporation)

7. Proof of Financial Means

• Bank statement
• Statement of credit card
• Traveler’s cheque
• International card with sufficient funds
• Other

8. Medical Insurance

• It should cover the whole duration of the stay

9. Certificate of Immunization

• International certificate of yellow fever vaccination

*Additional documents may be required by the embassy.

Processing Time for Liberia Business Visa

The average processing time for a Liberia Business Visa is 2-15 working days. It depends on your visa application country.

Liberia Business Visa Fee

Liberia Business Visa fee is approximately 70-125 USD for a 3 months single entry, 150-350 USD for a multiple entry visa. The fee may vary depending on your nationality or your country of submission.

Where to Apply for Liberia Business Visa?

You will apply for a Liberia Business Visa in Liberia visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.

Liberia Diplomatic Visa applies to the head of states, diplomats, government top officials (their families) to realize diplomatic activities.

Required Documents for Liberia Diplomatic Visa

1. Application Form

• Duly completed application form
• It must be signed by the applicant

2. Photos

• Two passport size and color photos in the white or plain background
• It must show the full face of the applicant.
• It must be taken within the last 6 months.
• The applicant’s full face must directly face the camera.
• The natural expression on the face and eyes must be open.

3. Passport

• Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the return date
• It must have at least 2 blank pages

4. National Identity Card and Resident Permit/Visa Copy (if Your Country of Residence and Citizenship are Different)

5. Travel Itinerary

• Copy of round-trip flight ticket reservation
• Confirmation of hotel reservation or
• Invitation letter from the host in Liberia (in case of staying in host’s house)
  • The name, address, and contact details of the host must be included

6. Proof of Purpose of the Visit

• Diplomatic Note
  • Diplomatic Note must indicate your status in your country and show the reason for the intended travel to Liberia.
• Invitation letter
  • It must confirm the purpose and duration of stay in Liberia.

7. Proof of Financial Means

• Bank statement
• Statement of credit card
• Traveler’s cheque
• International card with sufficient funds
• Other

8. Medical Insurance

• It should cover the whole duration of the stay

9. Certificate of Immunization

• International certificate of yellow fever vaccination

*Additional documents may be required by the embassy.

Processing Time for Liberia Diplomatic Visa

The average processing time for a Liberia Diplomatic Visa is 2-15 working days. It depends on your visa application country.

Liberia Diplomatic Visa Fee

Liberia Diplomatic Visa issued is free of charge.

Where to Apply for Liberia Diplomatic Visa?

You will apply for a Liberia Diplomatic Visa in Liberia visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.

This visa applies to foreigners who wish to enter Liberia for an onward destination outside the country. Liberia Transit visa is valid for a period of 7 days.

Required Documents for Liberia Transit Visa

1. Application Form

• Duly completed application form
• It must be signed by the applicant

2. Photos

• Two passport size and color photos in the white or plain background
• It must show the full face of the applicant.
• It must be taken within the last 6 months.
• The applicant’s full face must directly face the camera.
• The natural expression on the face and eyes must be open.

3. Passport

• Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the return date
• It must have at least 2 blank pages

4. National Identity Card and Resident Permit/Visa Copy (if Your Country of Residence and Citizenship are Different)

5. Travel Itinerary

• Copy of onward flight ticket reservation
• Confirmation of hotel reservation (if any) or
• Invitation letter from the host in Liberia (in case of staying in host’s house) (if any)
  • The name, address, and contact details of the host must be included

6. Proof of Purpose of the Visit

• Visa for the destination country (if any)
• If the applicant doesn’t need a visa for the destination country
  • Documents confirming the purpose of the visit
  • Hotel reservation
  • Invitation letter

7. Proof of Financial Means

• Bank statement
• Statement of credit card
• Traveler’s cheque
• International card with sufficient funds
• Other

8. Medical Insurance

• It should cover the whole duration of the stay

9. Certificate of Immunization

• International certificate of yellow fever vaccination

10. For Minors:

• Copy and English translation of either birth certificate/proof of adoption/custody decree if parents are divorced/death certificate of parent
• Permit letter by parents/guardians if minor is traveling alone or permit letter by one of the guardians/parents in case of minor is traveling with one of them.

*Additional documents may be required by the embassy.

Processing Time for Liberia Transit Visa

The average processing time for a Liberia Transit Visa is 2-15 working days. It depends on your visa application country.

Liberia Transit Visa Fee

Liberia Transit Visa fee is approximately 70-125 USD. The fee may vary depending on your nationality or your country of submission.

Where to Apply for Liberia Transit Visa?

You will apply for a Liberia Transit Visa in Liberia visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.

Liberia Work Permit allows you to work in Liberia for the duration of not exceeding 1 year. 

Required Documents for Liberia Work Permit

1. Application Form

• Duly completed application form
• It must be signed by the applicant

2. Photos

• Two passport size and color photos in the white or plain background
• It must show the full face of the applicant.
• It must be taken within the last 6 months.
• The applicant’s full face must directly face the camera.
• The natural expression on the face and eyes must be open.

3. Passport

• Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the return date
• It must have at least 2 blank pages

4. National Identity Card and Resident Permit/Visa Copy (if Your Country of Residence and Citizenship are Different)

5. Travel Itinerary

• Copy of flight ticket reservation
• Confirmation of hotel reservation or
• Invitation letter from the host in Liberia (in case of staying in host’s house)
  • The name, address, and contact details of the host must be included

6. Proof of Purpose of the Visit

• Employment offer
  • It must be from an organization or company in Liberia.
• Employment contract
  • The signature of the company’s representative on the contract is mandatory.
• Cover letter
  • It must be issued by the employer of the applicant.
• Previous qualifications of the applicant
• Recommendation letter from the applicant’s company

7. Proof of Financial Means

• Bank statement
• Statement of credit card
• Traveler’s cheque
• International card with sufficient funds
• Other

8. Medical Insurance

• It should cover the whole duration of the stay

9. Certificate of Immunization

• International certificate of yellow fever vaccination

*Additional documents may be required by the embassy.

Processing Time for Liberia Work Permit

The average processing time for a Liberia Work Permit is 7-30 working days. It depends on your visa application country.

Liberia Work Permit Fee

Liberia Work Permit fee is approximately 1000 USD. The fee may vary depending on your nationality or your country of submission.

Where to Apply for Liberia Work Permit?

You will apply for a Liberia Work Permit in Liberia visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.