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Welcome to the
Liberia RE-ENTRY PERMIT card information page

Planning a longer stay in Liberia? Whether for business, work, or leisure,
find all the essential steps to apply for your RE-ENTRY PERMIT card quickly and easily.

HOW TO APPLY

5 steps to apply for your RE-ENTRY PERMIT card

Apply for your RE-ENTRY PERMIT card in just a few steps.
Follow the instructions below to ensure a smooth application process.

STEP 1
Prepare your documents

Make sure you have the following documents ready:
• Passport, valid for at least 6 months (obligatory).
• Valid residence permit

STEP 2
Visit the Liberia Immigration Service (LIS) issuance center for enrollment

Go to the Liberia Immigration Service (LIS) issuance center at Sekou Toure Avenue, Mamba Point, Monrovia to apply. Remember to bring your passport and residence permit (only if you have a temporary residence in Liberia).

An officer will collect your personal and biometric data (e.g. phone number, photo and fingerprints).

After the enrollment process is completed, you will receive a printed confirmation that your application has been submitted.

STEP 3
Receive application status notification

Once your application is verified by the authorities (which may take a few days), you will receive a WhatsApp message or an email notification.
• If your application is approved, the notification will include payment instructions for the RE-ENTRY PERMIT card fee.
• The authorities reserve the right to reject the application.

STEP 4
Pay the RE-ENTRY PERMIT CARD fee at a bank

Pay the RE-ENTRY PERMIT fee at a bank. Make sure to save the payment receipt as proof of payment.

STEP 5
Collect your RE-ENTRY PERMIT card at LIS

Once you receive a notification via WhatsApp or email that your RE-ENTRY PERMIT card is ready, collect it at the Liberia Immigration Service (LIS) issuance center at Sekou Toure Avenue, Mamba Point, Monrovia. Remember to bring your printed confirmation of your application.

Check all the information on your RE-ENTRY PERMIT card.

Whether for business, work, or leisure, find all the essential steps to apply for your RE-ENTRY PERMIT card quickly and easily.

FAQ

Answers to your frequently asked questions

A RE-ENTRY PERMIT card is a document that enables non-citizens of Liberia (aliens) to leave and return to the country during their approved stay period without needing to apply for a Visa on Arrival each time.

It is recommended for non-citizens of Liberia who frequently travel to Liberia for business, work, or leisure.

Two types of RE-ENTRY PERMIT cards are available:

  • RE-ENTRY card is used by foreigners with a temporary residence in Liberia (a valid residence permit is requested).
  • SPECIAL card is used by other foreigners (without a residence permit).

No. You must first apply for a Visa on Arrival. Click here to apply. You can apply for a RE-ENTRY PERMIT card when you are already in Liberia as the enrollment must be processed in person.

The RE-ENTRY PERMIT card is valid for either 6 months or 1 year.

To extend the RE-ENTRY PERMIT card, visit the Liberia Immigration Service (LIS) issuance center again and repeat the application process. We recommend starting the extension process 10 days before the card’s expiration date.

Yes. You will receive a WhatsApp message 30 days before the card expires.

No. You must leave the country after 90 days and then re-enter to continue your stay.

No, you can only use your valid RE-ENTRY PERMIT card at Roberts International Airport (ROB).

The processing time to acquire a RE-ENTRY PERMIT card typically takes a few days. You will receive a message via WhatsApp or email once your application is approved.

A passport, valid for at least six months, is needed to apply for a RE-ENTRY PERMIT card, and additionally a valid residence permit if you have temporary residence in Liberia.

Yes. The Liberia RE-ENTRY PERMIT card can be used for multiple entries. However, you are obliged to leave the country after 90 days and then re-enter to continue your stay.