Entry Requirements
Visa requirements for Liberia depend on which passport you hold. Check the Traveller visa tool to see whether your passport needs a visa and, if so, how long you can stay.
Check if you need a visa for LiberiaEmergency Numbers
- Police
- 911
- Ambulance
- 4455
Currency
- Name
- Liberian Dollar
- Code
- LRD
- Symbol
- L$
USD circulates freely alongside the Liberian Dollar — the two are used interchangeably.
Power Outlets
- Outlet types
- Type A, Type B
- Voltage
- 120V
- Frequency
- 60Hz
Time Zone
GMT (UTC+0) — no daylight saving
Best Time to Visit
Major Airports
- ROB
Roberts International Airport
Harbel · main international hub, 60 km from Monrovia
- MLW
Spriggs Payne Airport
Monrovia · regional/domestic
Tipping Customs
In USD or LRD
| Venue | Typical | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Restaurants | 10% | In USD or LRD |
| Guides | USD 15–20 per day | — |
Dress Code
What "modest dress" usually means
Shoulders and knees covered, nothing tight or sheer, no low-cut tops, no visible underwear or midriff. Loose, breathable fabrics work best in warm climates. In most places this is a social expectation rather than a legal rule — the country-specific notes below add any extras (headscarves at mosques, long trousers in temples, etc.).
- Casual Western dress is fine — Liberia has strong US cultural ties
- Modest in rural areas
Social Etiquette
- English is the official language, spoken with a distinctive Liberian accent
- Liberia was founded by freed American slaves in 1847 — the capital Monrovia is named after US President James Monroe
- Robertsport is one of West Africa's great surf towns
Local Laws
Laws change. Verify current rules with your country's official travel advisory before departure.
- Yellow fever vaccination certificate required
- Photography of government and military forbidden
Common Phrases
| English | Local | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| Hello (Liberian English) | How de body? | the standard greeting; reply 'The body fine' |
| Thank you | Tenki | TENK-ee |
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