At least annually, the Government of Sierra Leone grants citizenship to African Americans whose roots are traced to Sierra Leone.
You can find more information here: https://www.visitsierraleone.org/guidelines-for-african-diaspora-accession-of-passports-citizenship-from-the-government-of-sierra-leone/
You need to go through a certified Tour Operator like Visit Sierra Leone (VSL Travel) and provide all the required documents listed here: https://www.visitsierraleone.org/guidelines-for-african-diaspora-accession-of-passports-citizenship-from-the-government-of-sierra-leone/
Yes, It’s mandatory for all participants
Your DNA test result will be accepted only if it indicates Sierra Leonean ancestry and is issued by one of the approved companies listed below.:
Participants are required to authenticate their DNA certificate at least one month before the program start date.
Your DNA testing company will provide the authentication link once it becomes available.
No. The payment only covers your initial visit (Familiarization Tour) – 13 days (12 nights). The second visit (Conferment Ceremony) will cost way less.
The itinerary is quite flexible, and we work to ensure all important Government schedules (citizenship-related programs) are met and activities within the itinerary completed
Yes, you will still need a visa to attend the Citizenship Program. The visa is included in the package cost and will be processed and sent to you approximately two weeks before the program begins.
Yes, the passport fee is part of the tour package.