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Country Overview, Sierra Leone

Full Name: Republic of Sierra Leone

Population: 5.6 Million

Capital: Freetown

Area: 73,326  sq km [27,925 sq miles]

Major Languages: English Krio, Mende, Temne

Major Religions: Islam 60%, Christianity 30%, Animist 10%

Monetary unit: Leone [Le]

Main export: Diamond, gold, retile, bauxite, Iron ore, cocoa, coffee, Fish.

GDP: 6% [world bank 2012]

Internet Domain: sl

International dialing code: +232

Official/business hours: Monday- Friday. 8:00 -17:00 hrs

Time: Gmt

Electricity: 220 – 240 Volts AC, 50 H3

Official Holidays: 

·         1st January- New years day

·         18th February- armed forces day

·         27 April – Independent day

·         25 December- Christmas day

·         26 December – Boxing day

Below are lunar and movable

·         Good Friday and Easter Monday

·         Eid-ul-fitri

·         Moulid ul nabi

·         Eld ul adha

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Passport, Visas and other travelling documents required

All travelers/visitors of the republic of Sierra Leone are required to carry a valid passport and visas for entry. Citizens of the economic community of west Africa state [ ECOWAS] are exempted. travelers or visitors can secure visas at Sierra Leone overseas missions. iTravel Sierra Leone, The National Tourist board and other travel agencies in Freetown can  also assist in facilitating the process

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Boats

Airport transfer, Lungi, Freetown

It's takes 45 minutes across the river that separate Freetown city from Lungi international airport to kissy and government wharf in the eastern and central part of the city. Hovercraft and water taxi services are available and guarantee a faster transfer to and from the airport to Aberdeen.  Water taxi terminals are less than 5 minute ride to most hotels in Lumley and Aberdeen beach areas.  A helicopter shuttles would soon start operations from lungi to Aberdeen. Staffs of iTravel Sierra Leone will meet and assist travelers/visitors at the airport. Arrangement must be made in advance

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Hiring Vehicle in Sierra Leone

Series of local cars rentals companies, hotels and private individuals provide means of transportations, with or without a driver. Hotel taxis are available in all major hotels, guest houses, airport, water taxi terminals and  helipad at fix rates. private taxis rate are negotiable on a trip per hour or daily basis. the NTB approve taxis with their Stickers are also available for the safety and comfort of the visitors, Private and government busses and coach services are available between the city and the major town and cities. They are the cheapest and often crowded during peak season. It is a great way of experiencing culture of the locals.

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