The Sierra Leone passport has climbed six positions in the February 2026 Henley Global Passport Index, ranking 70th out of 199 countries. This marks a notable improvement from its 76th position in 2025.

The index, compiled by Henley & Partners, a leading global citizenship and residence advisory firm, ranks passports based on the number of destinations their holders can access without a prior visa.

According to the latest rankings, Sierra Leonean passport holders can travel to 62 destinations worldwide without a prior visa. While the passport’s global ranking is still developing, it remains a valuable travel document for Sierra Leoneans, offering access to a diverse range of countries across Africa, the Caribbean, and Asia.

Global Passport Power Rankings

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Globally, Singapore boasts the most powerful passport, allowing visa-free access to 192 countries. Japan and South Korea follow closely in second place with access to 187 countries. Sweden and the United Arab Emirates share the third position, offering visa-free entry to 186 destinations.

African Passport Rankings

Within Africa, Seychelles holds the top spot, ranking 23rd globally with visa-free access to 155 countries. Mauritius follows as the second most powerful African passport, ranked 26th globally. South Africa is third in Africa and 47th globally, offering visa-free travel to 100 countries. Botswana ranks fourth in Africa and 56th globally.

Sierra Leone ranks competitively in West Africa, surpassing its neighbor Liberia, which is ranked 80th globally with access to 49 destinations. While the country’s passport may not be among the most powerful globally, it still provides significant travel opportunities for its citizens.

Countries with the Least Powerful Passports in Africa

At the lower end of the spectrum, African countries with the least powerful passports include South Sudan (41 destinations), Somalia (33 destinations), Libya, Eritrea, Sudan (40 destinations), and Nigeria (44 destinations). These nations face more restrictions, limiting their citizens’ ability to travel freely.

List of Visa-Free Destinations for Sierra Leoneans

Africa: Benin, Botswana, Burkina Faso, Burundi (Visa on Arrival), Cape Verde Islands, Comoro Islands (Visa on Arrival), Cote d’Ivoire, Djibouti (Visa on Arrival), eSwatini, Ethiopia (Visa on Arrival), Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia, Madagascar, Malawi, Mali, Mauritania (Visa on Arrival), Mauritius, Mozambique (Visa on Arrival), Namibia (Visa on Arrival), Niger, Nigeria, Rwanda, Senegal, Seychelles (Visa on Arrival), Somalia (Visa on Arrival), The Gambia, Togo, Uganda

Asia: Bangladesh, Cambodia (Visa on Arrival), Iran (Visa on Arrival), Macao (SAR China) (Visa on Arrival), Malaysia, Maldives (Visa on Arrival), Nepal (Visa on Arrival), Singapore, Sri Lanka (eTA), Timor-Leste (Visa on Arrival)

North America & The Caribbean: Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, British Virgin Islands (British Overseas Territory), Dominica, Grenada, Haiti, Jamaica, Montserrat (British Overseas Territory), St. Kitts and Nevis, St. Lucia (Visa on Arrival), St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Trinidad and Tobago

South America: Bolivia (Visa on Arrival), Ecuador, Suriname

Oceania: Cook Islands, Fiji, Kiribati, Micronesia, Niue, Palau Islands (Visa on Arrival), Samoa (Visa on Arrival), Tuvalu (Visa on Arrival), Vanuatu

Note: Travelers are always advised to verify entry requirements before booking, as visa-free, visa-on-arrival, and eTA rules can be updated, amended, or adjusted at any time due to changes in diplomatic, security, health, migration, or reciprocal policies.

Conclusion

While the Sierra Leone passport has a moderate global ranking, it remains a valuable travel document, offering access to 62 countries without a prior visa. As global mobility continues to evolve, Sierra Leoneans can still explore a wide range of destinations across the globe without the hassle of traditional visa applications.