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Passport valid for a minimum of six months from date of entry required by all.

Required by all except the following:
(a) nationals of ECOWAS countries, Israel, Korea (Rep) and Thailand;
(b) transit passengers continuing their journey by the same or first connecting aircraft within 48 hours, provided holding onward or return documentation and not leaving the airport.

Tourist/Business: £30 (single-entry); £60 (multiple-entry).

Single-entry: three months from date of issue; multiple-entry: six months from date of issue. Visas may be extended at the Immigration Office in Monrovia.

Consulate (or Consular section at Embassy); see Passport/Visa Information.

(a) Valid passport. (b) Completed application form. (c) Two passport-size photos attached to each form. (d) International yellow fever vaccination certificate. (e) Letter stating purpose of visit and name of contact in Liberia. Applicants must produce proof of financial status while in the country. (f) For business trips, a letter from company, or statement giving purpose of visit.

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Application should be made prior to arrival to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Monrovia.

All visitors holding a visa issued abroad and intending to stay in Liberia for more than 15 days must report within 48 hours of their arrival to the Immigration Office, Broad Street, Monrovia. Two passport-size photos must be submitted.

Embassy of the Republic of Liberia in the UK
23 Fitzroy Square, London W1 6EW, UK
Tel: (020) 7388 5489. Fax: (020) 7380 1593.
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 1300-1600; Mon-Thurs 1030-1500 (visa section).
Also deals with tourism enquiries.

Embassy of the Republic of Liberia in the USA
5201 16th Street, NW, Washington, DC 20011, USA
Tel: (202) 723 0437.
Website: www.embassyofliberia.org

110 United Nations Drive, PO Box 10-9021, Capitol Hill, 1000 Monrovia, Liberia
Tel: 226 269. Fax: 226 069.

23 Fitzroy Square, London W1 6EW, UK
Tel: (020) 7388 5489. Fax: (020) 7380 1593.
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 1300-1600; Mon-Thurs 1030-1500 (visa section).
Also deals with tourism enquiries.

5201 16th Street, NW, Washington, DC 20011, USA
Tel: (202) 723 0437.
Website: www.embassyofliberia.org
Also deals with enquiries from Canada.

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A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required from all travellers over one year of age. Note that the certificate must be presented with all visa applications.

Following WHO guidelines issued in 1973, a cholera vaccination certificate is not a condition of entry to Liberia. However, cholera is a serious risk in this country and precautions are essential. Up-to-date advice should be sought before deciding whether these precautions should include vaccination, as medical opinion is divided over its effectiveness; see the Health appendix.

Typhoid is widespread and poliomyelitis is still endemic.

Malaria risk, predominantly in the malignant falciparum form, exists all year throughout the country. High resistance to chloroquine and resistance to sulfadoxine-pyrimethamine has been reported. The recommended prophylaxis is mefloquine.

All water should be regarded as being potentially contaminated. Water used for drinking, brushing teeth or making ice should have first been boiled or otherwise sterilised. Milk is unpasteurised and should be boiled. Powdered or tinned milk is available and is advised, but make sure that it is reconstituted with pure water. Avoid dairy products which are likely to have been made from unboiled milk. Only eat well-cooked meat and fish, preferably served hot. Pork, salad and mayonnaise may carry increased risk. Vegetables should be cooked and fruit peeled.

Bilharzia (schistosomiasis) is present. Avoid swimming and paddling in fresh water; swimming pools which are well chlorinated and maintained are safe. Meningococcal meningitis is a risk, depending on the area visited and time of year. Cutaneous and visceral leishmaniasis occur. Trypanosomiasis (sleeping sickness) is reported. Hepatitis B is hyperendemic, and hepatitis A and E are widespread.
Rabies is present. For those at high risk, vaccination before arrival should be considered. If you are bitten, seek medical advice without delay. For more information, consult the Health appendix.

International travellers are strongly advised to take out full medical insurance before departure. Hospitals are gradually re-emerging in Liberia, but some patients may still need evacuation to medical facilities in Côte d’Ivoire.

Below are listed Public Holidays for the January 2006-June 2007 period.

Jan 1 2006 New Year’s Day. Feb 11 Armed Forces Day. Mar 8 Decoration Day. Mar 15 J J Roberts’ Birthday. Apr 12 National Redemption Day. Apr 14 Fast and Prayer Day. May 6 Samuel K Doe’s Birthday. May 14 National Unification Day. May 25 Africa Day. Jul 26 Independence Day. Aug 24 Flag Day. Oct 29 Youth Day. Nov 23 Thanksgiving Day. Nov 29 President Tubman’s Birthday. Dec 25 Christmas Day.
Jan 1 2007 New Year’s Day. Feb 11 Armed Forces Day. Mar 8 Decoration Day. Mar 15 J J Roberts’ Birthday. Apr 12 National Redemption Day. Apr 14 Fast and Prayer Day. May 6 Samuel K Doe’s Birthday. May 14 National Unification Day. May 25 Africa Day.