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American Embassy in Freetown, Sierra Leone

If you live in Sierra Leone and plan visiting United States, or if you are citizen of United States who is located in Freetown or Sierra Leone and need consular services, here you can find contact information of Embassy including phone, website, working hours.

Southridge – Hill Station, Freetown, Sierra Leone, Freetown, Sierra Leone

+232 99 105 000 

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https://sl.usembassy.gov/embassy/
Hours of Operation: Mondays to Thursdays 8:00am – 5:00pm Fridays 8:00am-12:30pm
Ambassador David Reimer

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  • Contact the American Embassy in Sierra Leone

  • It is always a good idea for any American citizens traveling or living in Sierra Leone to familiarize themselves with the location and contact information of United States embassy, high commission, or consulate in the Sierra Leone.
    The American Embassy in Freetown can be reached via these phone numbers: +232 99 105 000 | . 
    You also have the option of reaching out to the Embassy via email at: .
    Embassy is located at Southridge – Hill Station, Freetown, Sierra Leone, Freetown. Navigation instructions can be found on this page.

  • Open hours of Embassy of United States  in Freetown

  • The Embassy offices in Sierra Leone are closed on local public holidays as well as during American public holidays. It is recommended to contact the Embassy directly to verify their working hours.
    Open hours are Hours of Operation: Mondays to Thursdays 8:00am – 5:00pm Fridays 8:00am-12:30pm

  • Services which American Embassy in Sierra Leone provide

  • Embassy, high commission, and consulate of United States are diplomatic missions established by a American government in Freetown to represent its interests and provide various services to its citizens, residents and those who want to visit\do business in United States. Here are the services typically offered by each:

    Embassy:

    1. Diplomatic Relations
    2. Consular Services
    3. Assistance to Citizens
    4. Cultural and Educational Exchanges

    High Commission:

    1. Diplomatic Relations
    2. Consular Services
    3. Bilateral Cooperation

    Consulate:

    1. Consular Services
    2. Trade and Economic Promotion
    3. Assistance to Citizens.

  • American Diplomatic Missions in Sierra Leone

  • Currently total number of official missions in Sierra Leone are: 2

 

  • Diplomatic Missions of United States worldwide

  • Currently total number of American diplomatic missions in the world is: 268

An embassy is the official diplomatic representation of one country in another country. It is usually located in the capital city of the host country and serves as the headquarters for government officials representing their home country. Embassies work to build and maintain political, economic, and cultural relationships between their home country and the host country. They also provide various services to citizens of their home country who are living, working, or traveling in the host country.

A high commission is similar to an embassy but is specifically used to denote the diplomatic mission between Commonwealth nations. High commissions represent their home countries in other Commonwealth countries and generally provide the same services as embassies. The head of a high commission is known as the high commissioner.

A consulate is a smaller diplomatic mission that operates separately from an embassy. Consulates are typically located in major cities outside of the capital and provide a range of consular services, including assistance to citizens of the home country who are living, working, or traveling in the host country. The head of a consulate is known as the consul or consul-general.

American Embassies, high commissions, and consulates can provide assistance to citizens in emergency situations, such as natural disasters, civil unrest, or personal crises. While they cannot provide financial assistance or transportation to safety, they can help coordinate efforts with local authorities and provide guidance on the best course of action for citizens in need.

If American citizen is arrested or detained in a Sierra Leone, the embassy, high commission, or consulate can provide assistance by offering information on local legal procedures, providing a list of local attorneys, and ensuring that the citizen is treated fairly and in accordance with local laws.

However, they cannot intervene in the legal process, secure the release of an imprisoned citizen, or provide legal advice.

In the event that a citizen of United States loses their passport while in Sierra Leone, the embassy, high commission, or consulate can help by issuing an emergency travel document, which allows the citizen to continue their journey and return to back to United States. The process for obtaining an emergency travel document varies depending on the specific situation.
Please contact American Embassy in Freetown for more information.

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