How to Apply for a Liberia Visa in Denver

Denver, known as the “Mile High City” because of its elevation of 5,280 feet, is the capital of Colorado and is one of the fastest growing cities in America.  The Denver Metropolitan area is the 19th most populous metro area in the U.S. and has a population approaching 3 million people.  The region’s growing and diverse economy—along with its proximity to Rocky Mountain ski resorts—make Denver an attractive destination for people seeking a more active and balanced lifestyle.  The Denver Metropolitan area includes the towns of Arvada, Aurora, Castle Rock, Centennial, Lakewood, Littleton, Thornton, and Westminster.  There are over 2,000 Liberian immigrants living in Denver and about 3,000 throughout the state of Colorado.  Many of these immigrants came to the area as refugees, including Naquetta Ricks, who has recently become the first Liberian-American elected to a U.S. state assembly.  Colorado was the home of Ellen Johnson Sirleaf—former president of Liberia (and first female head of state in Africa)—while she attended the University of Colorado Boulder and earned a degree in economics. 

Liberia is a West African country of over 5 million people that borders Sierra Leone, Guinea, Ivory Coast, and the Atlantic Ocean.  Visitors to Liberia will fly into Roberts International Airport, which has a newly constructed passenger terminal and will soon have a new cargo terminal.  From the airport, it is about a $20 taxi ride to downtown Monrovia—Liberia’s capital and most-populous city.  Liberia’s economy relies on the exportation of minerals and agricultural commodities through the seaports of Monrovia and Buchanan, along with remittances from Liberians living abroad in U.S. cities like Denver.  Although doing business in Liberia is not easy, there are opportunities here across multiple sectors of the economy, particularly in tourism, construction, agriculture, and food production—all industries where Denver-area entrepreneurs excel and could make their mark on this country.  Liberia is gaining in popularity as a tourist destination for heritage tours as more Americans want to understand their ancestral culture and history.  It is also a country where visitors can enjoy natural beauty and beach resorts.  Although no ski resorts are found in this tropical country (like in Colorado), Liberian towns like Robertsport have gained fame as destinations for surfers seeking new adventures.

Obtaining a Liberian Visa from Denver

Visas for Liberia are issued by the Liberian government in the United States.  The Liberian government is represented by three consulates in New York City, Atlanta, and Minneapolis, along with one embassy located in Washington, D.C.  To apply for a Liberian visa from Denver, you can appear in person at the embassy or you can send the required application documents by US Mail, FedEx, or UPS to this address: 

Embassy of the Republic of Liberia
5201 16th Street N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20011

It is important to review the requirements for visas on the Liberian embassy website and ensure your application and all supporting documents are accurate.  Here is the link to the embassy website with detailed information:  Embassy of Liberia - Consular Services (liberianembassyus.org).  You will also bring a self-addressed USPS (US Postal Service Express Mail or Priority Mail), FedEx, or UPS self-addressed prepaid envelope (please make note of the tracking number) along with a money order made payable to “Embassy of Liberia” to pay the visa fee.  The visa fee for U.S. citizens is $160 and the processing time will take about 2 weeks.  If you need the visa faster, there is an option to pay an additional $75 to have the visa processed the same day or within 5 business days for an additional $50.  If you absolutely must have the visa processed in one day, we suggest appearing in person at the embassy or hiring a visa agent to assist with the process. 

Other things to consider:

  • Liberians that are now U.S. citizens and traveling to Liberia with their American passport must apply for a visa.
  • Your U.S. passport must be signed; the signature page of your passport is located opposite the data page that has your name and photo.
  • All visitors to Liberia are required to have a valid World Health Organization (WHO) card with yellow fever vaccination. Please use the following link from the Center for Disease Control website to find the nearest clinic offering the yellow fever vaccine: Search for Stamaril yellow fever vaccination clinics | Travelers' Health | CDC

Emergency Assistance for Liberian Citizens in Denver

If you are a Liberian citizen in Denver with an emergency or require urgent assistance, you can reach the embassy in Washington, D.C. by calling + 1 202-723-0437.  If you need to renew your Liberian passport or obtain an emergency passport, you must schedule an appointment online and appear in person at the embassy in Washington, D.C for biometrics (photograph, fingerprints, and signature).  You can find more information on The Embassy of the Republic of Liberia to the United States website here: Liberia online passport application (liberiapassports.com).

We Can Help if You Need Assistance

If you live in Denver or anywhere in the state of Colorado and have difficulty applying for a Liberia visa, or require assistance with this process, please give our office a call at 404-682-5445 or schedule an appointment with our company.  We are a private agency in Atlanta providing Liberia visa services for Americans and other U.S.-based residents.  Our number one goal is to ensure your application documents for a visa are submitted accurately to the Liberian government.  Our services eliminate delays and give you the peace of mind to focus on your travel plans. 

We provide the following Liberia visa services for our customers:

  • Liberia Visitor / Tourist Visa
  • Liberia Business Visa
  • Liberia Diplomatic Visa
  • Liberia Official Visa