While in a foreign country, U.S. citizens may encounter road conditions that differ significantly from those in the United States. The information below concerning Sierra Leone is provided for general reference only and may not be totally accurate in a particular location or circumstance. There is a major road resurfacing and repair program ongoing in Freetown that is improving the quality of roads in the city. Most roads outside Freetown are unpaved, but they are passable for a 4-wheel drive vehicle. No American or European air carriers fly to Lungi International Airport.
Some regional airlines service the airport.
Small planes and helicopters are available in connection with most major regional flights to fly passengers from the international airport to the capital and to the small airport near Freetown. Permission is required to photograph government buildings, airports, bridges, or official looking buildings. Areas forbidding photography are not marked or defined. Individuals sometimes do not want to be photographed for religious reasons or may want to be paid for posing. Photographers should ask permission before taking pictures.