Request a gov.sl Email

The gov.sl email service provides official, secure, and trusted email accounts for Government of Sierra Leone institutions, ministries, departments, agencies, and sanctioned projects.

Using a gov.sl email address helps ensure credibility, protects official communication, and aligns with national efforts to build a unified digital government identity. It also reduces the risks of fraud and impersonation.

This page provides guidelines and requirements you should review before applying through the online request form.

Who Can Apply (Eligibility)

You are eligible to apply for a gov.sl email account if you are:

Private sector organizations, NGOs, or individuals are not eligible unless a formal approval is given by the Government of Sierra Leone and tied to a supervising MDA.

What You’ll Need Before Applying (Requirements)

To ensure your application is processed quickly, please prepare the following in advance:

Authorization Letter – Signed by the Head of Institution (Minister, Director-General, or equivalent), confirming the request for government email accounts.
Institution Details – Full name of the institution, mandate, and contact information.
Staff List / Role-based Needs – Names, designations, or role-based accounts required (e.g., info@agency.gov.sl , director@agency.gov.sl ).
Designated Contact Person – An officer who will coordinate the request, manage account issuance, and act as the liaison for future updates or changes.

Best Practices for Using gov.sl Email

Use role-based or individual-names accounts for official functions (e.g., alex@, patrick@, support@) to ensure continuity even when staff change.
Limit personal use: gov.sl emails are strictly for official business.
Ensure security: Activate strong passwords and do not share login details.
Consistency: Align email addresses with your institution’s domain and mandate for easy recognition.
Accountability: Always use your gov.sl email when corresponding on official matters.

After Approval: What You Can Expect

Once your application is approved:

You will be provided with your requested gov.sl email accounts.
Accounts will be set up with secure configurations and linked to your institution’s official domain
Training or guidelines on account use, security, and password management may be provided.
Institutions are responsible for ensuring accounts remain active and are used professionally

Accounts that are unused, compromised, or misused may be deactivated in line with government ICT policies.