🇸🇴 Somalia visa requirements
Do you need a visa for Somalia? It depends on your nationality. 0 passports can enter Somalia visa-free, 57 get a visa on arrival, 137 need an eVisa or travel authorisation, and 0 must apply for a visa in advance. Find your passport below, or review Somalia's general entry requirements.
Somalia ranks #147 of 195 in our Most Welcoming Countries Index, admitting 57 of the other 194 nationalities visa-free or on arrival.
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Before you travel
Somalia entry requirements (all travellers)
| Passport validity | Valid for at least 6 months beyond your planned stay |
| Return / onward ticket | Recommended |
| Proof of funds | Recommended |
| Travel insurance | Recommended |
| Routine vaccines | Recommended Ensure tetanus, MMR, and COVID-19 boosters are current |
Visa on arrival for Somalia (57)
These nationalities can obtain a visa at the Somalia border or airport.
eVisa / travel authorisation for Somalia (137)
These nationalities must apply online before travelling to Somalia.
Frequently asked questions
Who needs a visa to visit Somalia?
0 nationalities must obtain a visa before travelling to Somalia, while 0 can enter visa-free, 57 receive a visa on arrival and 137 apply for an eVisa or travel authorisation online. Find your nationality in the lists above for exact details.
How long must my passport be valid to enter Somalia?
Valid for at least 6 months beyond your planned stay.
Do I need proof of funds or a return ticket for Somalia?
Return/onward ticket: recommended. Proof of funds: recommended.
Is this Somalia visa information official?
No. isvisarequired.com offers general guidance compiled from public government and IATA sources. Always confirm current requirements with Somalia's official immigration authority or nearest embassy before travel.