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Liberia

Liberia is a West African Atlantic country with Upper Guinean rainforest, a capital in Monrovia and a history of never being colonized by a European power.

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Liberia is a country on the West African Atlantic coast. It borders Sierra Leone to the northwest, Guinea to the north and Ivory Coast to the east. Its capital and largest city is Monrovia. English is the official language and the common language of business and government, and many people also speak Liberian English, a creolized dialect. Liberia is among the few African nations that European powers never colonized. It declared independence on July 26, 1847, and is Africa's oldest continuously independent country.

The land runs from mangrove coast and swamp up to a rolling plateau and low mountains in the northeast. Tropical rainforest covers the hills, and Liberia holds about 40% of the remaining Upper Guinean rainforest, part of a global biodiversity hotspot. Sapo National Park in the southeast is a protected area. The rainy season runs from May to October and can make travel within the country harder. From November to March, dusty harmattan winds blow inland and cause problems for residents. Plan your dates around both.

Five things to know before Liberia

  1. Apply for a visa before you travel

    British visitors need a visa from a Liberian embassy before arrival; check your own passport with the embassy. Your passport needs six months of validity when you apply. Visas and entry

  2. Carry your yellow fever certificate

    Proof of yellow fever vaccination is needed for the visa application. Keep the certificate with your passport when you travel.

  3. Extend your visa in Monrovia if needed

    You can extend your visa by up to 60 days at the immigration office in Monrovia for $25. Apply before your permitted stay ends.

  4. Bring US dollars in clean notes

    US dollars are used alongside the Liberian dollar for most larger payments. Card acceptance is very limited, so bring enough cash.

  5. Plan for the dry season

    November to April is the dry season. From May to October Monrovia gets very heavy rain, and many roads inland become hard to pass.

Liberia travel guides

Practical guides from writers who live there.

Visas and entry

Embassy visas, yellow fever proof and extensions.

Read the guideTravel insurance

Medical cover and evacuation, as care is limited.

Read the guidePhones and eSIM

Local SIMs and data in Monrovia and on the coast.

Read the guideMoney and cards

Dollars, Liberian dollars and carrying cash.

Read the guideGetting around

Hiring a driver for Robertsport and the interior.

Read the guide

Top places to visit in Liberia

See all attractions in Liberia
National Museum Of LiberiaMuseum · MonroviaNational Museum Of LiberiaSapo National ParkPark · Sapo National ParkSapo National ParkThere is a rock with a sign on itSight · LiberiaCape Palmas LighthouseSight · RobertsportCape Mount Nature Conservation Unit

Destinations in Liberia

When to go

  • Rainy days
  • Best
  1. JanuaryRain20 rainy daysHigh30°Low25°Dry, harmattan
  2. FebruaryRain17 rainy daysHigh30°Low25°Dry, hot
  3. MarchRain24 rainy daysHigh30°Low25°Dry, hot
  4. AprilRain27 rainy daysHigh30°Low26°Humid
  5. MayRain31 rainy daysHigh29°Low25°Rains start
  6. JuneRain30 rainy daysHigh28°Low24°Very wet
  7. JulyRain29 rainy daysHigh26°Low24°Wettest
  8. AugustRain28 rainy daysHigh26°Low24°Very wet
  9. SeptemberRain29 rainy daysHigh27°Low24°Very wet
  10. OctoberRain31 rainy daysHigh28°Low24°Rainy
  11. NovemberRain29 rainy daysHigh29°Low25°Rains ease
  12. DecemberRain23 rainy daysHigh30°Low25°Dry

Average daily high and low in Monrovia, 2016–2025. Rainy day: 1 mm of rain or more.

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Right now in Liberia

Local time, today's weather and the exchange rate, refreshed through the day.

Partly cloudy

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Humidity
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Wind
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Chance of rain
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Monrovia

11:23 PM

Monday, November 2

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  1. Today29°24°100%Monday: Thunderstorms. High 29°, Low 24°. Chance of rain 100%.
  2. Tue28°23°91%Tuesday: Drizzle. High 28°, Low 23°. Chance of rain 91%.
  3. Wed29°23°100%Wednesday: Rain. High 29°, Low 23°. Chance of rain 100%.
  4. Thu29°24°80%Thursday: Drizzle. High 29°, Low 24°. Chance of rain 80%.
  5. Fri30°24°92%Friday: Drizzle. High 30°, Low 24°. Chance of rain 92%.
  6. Sat29°24°98%Saturday: Drizzle. High 29°, Low 24°. Chance of rain 98%.
  7. Sun29°24°98%Sunday: Drizzle. High 29°, Low 24°. Chance of rain 98%.

Updated 10:48 PM local time · Powered by WeatherAPI.com · Weather data by Open-Meteo.com

Money

Mid-market rate1 USD = 170.5 LRD

LRD · Liberian Dollar

Rates from Nov 2, 2026 · Rates By Exchange Rate API

What's on in Liberia

Big events, festivals and concert tours

Events calendar
a group of women standing next to each otherJanuaryTimkatJan 19, 2027

Before you go to Liberia

eSIM for LiberiaData in MonroviaRead the guideTravel insuranceInclude medical evacuationRead the guideVisa and entryEmbassy visa before travelRead the guideCash and cardsCarry US dollarsRead the guide
Rules for Liberia, checked
Proof of yellow fever vaccination is required to apply for a Liberian visa.Checked Oct 1, 2026 · Read moreVisa extensions of up to 60 days cost $25 at the immigration office in Monrovia.Checked Oct 1, 2026 · Read more

Liberia FAQ

Do I need a visa for Liberia?

British visitors do, and other passports should check with a Liberian embassy. Apply before travel, with a yellow fever certificate and a passport valid for six months.

What currency is used in Liberia?

The Liberian dollar and the US dollar are both used. Larger payments are usually in US dollars; carry small notes of both.

When is the best time to visit Liberia?

November to April, the dry season. May to October is extremely wet, especially on the coast.

Can I surf in Liberia?

Yes. Robertsport, a few hours northwest of Monrovia, has long left-hand point breaks and a small surf scene.

Can I visit Sapo National Park?

Yes, with planning: it is a long drive from Monrovia on rough roads, and visits run with rangers and guides. Go in the dry season.

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