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Sierra Leone General Information
| Language: | English, Krio more widely spoken |
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| Electricity: | 220/240V AC 50Hz |
| International Direct Dialing Code: | 232 |
| Driving: | Driving is on the right. International Driving Permit required, valid for stays up to 1 month. Sierra Leone licence required for longer periods. |
| Currency: | Leone (SLL 1 = 100 Cents) |
| Business/Social Hints: | Most executives speak English. On social occasions, eg invitation to hotels or restaurants, be punctual and dress as for business meetings unless otherwise indicated |
| Public Holidays: | 2010 1 Jan New Year`s Day, 26 Feb Maulid-un-Nabi (Birth of the Prophet), 2 Apr Good Friday, 5 Apr Easter Monday, 27 Apr Independence Day, 11 Sep Eid al-Fitr (End of Ramadan), 17 Nov Eid al-Adha (Feast of the Sacrifice), 25 Dec Christmas Day, 26 Dec Boxing Day. Note: Dates may vary according to the lunar calendar |
| Emergency Services: | Police: 999. Fire: 019. Ambulance: 222001 |
| Clothing: | Lightweight |