Dr. Moses Tiffa Baio

Chief Immigration Officer, Freetown

“The new digital resident-permit system significantly strengthens Sierra Leone’s capacity to manage lawful residence and identity documentation. It enhances our oversight of who is living in the country, reduces vulnerabilities to fraud, and ensures that everyone is adequately captured in a secure and reliable national system.
This platform modernizes the way we regulate stay, movement, and long-term presence in Sierra Leone. By embracing an integrated online process, we are improving service delivery for applicants, reinforcing national security, and promoting safe and orderly migration consistent with global best practice.”

Mr. Mohamed Rahman Swaray

Minister of Employment, Labour & Social Security, Freetown

“The transition to an online work-permit system is a decisive step toward strengthening labour governance in Sierra Leone. It ensures that every foreign national engaged in our workforce is properly vetted, fairly positioned, and operating within a transparent and accountable framework. This reform enhances compliance, reduces processing delays, and supports our broader commitment to decent work for all.
By digitising work-permit applications, renewals, and verification, we are improving predictability for employers, safeguarding worker rights, and aligning our systems with international labour standards. This upgrade is not merely administrative; it is a strategic investment in efficiency, fairness, and a more competitive labour market.”