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Visa required

Language

Arabic, French

Phone code

+252

Currency

Somali shilling

Covid

Need a test

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Yellow fever vaccination certificate is required

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Insurance policy recommended

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Self-isolation is possible

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To enter the country, persons aged 6 years and older must have a printed negative PCR test done no more than 72 hours before crossing the border, or a certificate of full vaccination. COVID documents must contain a QR code

Passing a temperature screening will also be mandatory.

Visa to Somalia on arrival

All citizens must obtain a visa upon arrival in Somalia. The visa will be valid for 30 days, or 60 days in some cases.

You can get a visa on arrival at the following airports in Somalia:

Bosaso Airport
Garowe Airport
Abdullahi Yusuf Airport
Aden Adde International Airport
Kismayo Airport

Documents required for Somalia visa on arrival

1. A passport valid for at least six months after the date of travel to Somalia, issued within the last 10 years, with at least one or two blank "visa pages". Undamaged photos securely attached to the passport

2. Any documents confirming the purpose of your trip:

Air ticket (round trip) and hotel/apartment reservation/invitation for tourist purposes
An invitation letter for the purpose of a business or private visit
Any additional supporting documents

Somalia visa on arrival fee

The cost of a Somalia visa on arrival is US$50 for a 30-day single entry visa. It may vary slightly depending on your country and citizenship.

Where to apply for a visa to Somalia on arrival?

You will receive your visa upon arrival at the airport.

Short-term visa to Somalia.

For a short-term trip to Somalia, you can also apply for a traditional "paper" visa. The reasons for obtaining such a visa can be tourism, visiting family or friends, business trips, short-term education, short-term work and many other non-permanent reasons. Short-term Somalia visas are valid for a maximum of 90 days.

Required documents for obtaining a short-term visa in Somalia.

1. Questionnaire https://www.mfa.gov.so/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/Somalia-Visa-Form.pdf

Fully completed, signed and dated by the applicant himself (signed by both parents in case of minors under 18 years of age)

2. Passport

Valid for at least six months after the date of travel to Somalia.
Signed by bearer
The passport was issued within the last 10 years
At least one or two free "visa pages".
Undamaged photos that are securely attached to the passport.

3. Two photos

Must be made within the last 6 months.
A view of the face that occupies 70-80% (32-26 mm) of the photo.
Uniform and white background.
Size 3x4

4. A copy of the identity card

5. Copy of residence permit/visa (if the country of residence and citizenship are different)

6. Route sheet

Booking a plane ticket
Valid (existing) hotel/accommodation reservation with full address (name, street, city, zip code, contact information, reservation number)

7. Supporting documents confirming the purpose of your trip

Invitation letter if you are traveling for a business/private visit
Any additional document confirming the reason for your trip to Somalia (if available)

How long does it take to get a short-term visa in Somalia?

The average term for issuing a short-term visa to Somalia is 3-15 calendar days. It depends on the country in which you are applying for a visa.

Fee for a short-term visa to Somalia.

The Somalia short-term visa fee is US$30-60 for foreign nationals (may vary by country and nationality).

Where to apply for a short-term visa to Somalia?

You can apply for a short-term visa for Somalia at visa centers, embassies, or consulates in Somalia, depending on which visa centers accept applications in your country of residence. If your country does not have any of them, you need to contact the nearest embassy or consulate to your place.

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