Lamin Sillah aka 'Tanco VSL'

Lungi Operations Officer

Lamin oversees all VSL operations at the airport and has been doing so for over 10 years. He is experienced, personable, and professional. Known as “Tanco VSL,” Lamin personally meets our guests upon arrival if ‘assistance’ is requested.

Book in advance

We recommend booking your boat transfers in advance to avoid dealing with hawkers. The tickets are included at no additional cost. Upon your arrival at the airport, our staff member Lamin will be waiting for you with a sign bearing your name and your tickets. He can also assist with immediate needs such as currency exchange and mobile SIM cards.

Onward transfer to your hotel

Do you require transportation to your hotel upon arrival at the dock in Freetown? Select the “Pick up” option when booking, and we will arrange for a private vehicle to transfer you directly to your hotel.

Our happy clients

These guys are fantastic. Responsive, professional, very helpful with visa and immigration issues. Will absolutely use again, saved many hours of bouncing back and forth between offices for a residency permit. Special shout-out to Amadu who was great to work with!
Raphael Frankfurter

Raphael Frankfurter

Always a pleasure working with VSL and their visa service and we'll continue to use them and recommend to others for a long time!
Amy Ditton

Amy Ditton

VSL provided a very quick and efficient visa service for my recent visit to Sierra Leone for the Sierra Leone Marathon.
Carol Flint

Carol Flint

Excellent service all around. I wholeheartedly recommend working with VSL for all your travel needs when visiting Sierra Leone. Traveling during the pandemic is challenging, however VSL made life a whole lot easier. I secured the following service from them: Visitor Visa...
Rodette Mammah-Harris

Rodette Mammah-Harris

So much easier and far cheaper than having to go to the Embassy - I can't imagine why anyone would not use VSL.
Jim Wood

Jim Wood

I had a great time visiting Sierra Leone to take part in the Street Child Half Marathon. The visa process was easy and I was greeted with friendliness and hospitality by all I met. Highly recommend a visit to Sierra Leone!
James Patrick Harold

James Patrick Harold