Somalia visa requirements for Taiwanese citizens
Taiwanese citizens need a visa for Somalia, from its embassy or consulate.
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- Last updated
- 11 November 2026
Special rules for Taiwanese citizens in Somalia
- In April 2025, Somalia announced that passengers with a Taiwanese passport were not allowed to enter or transit, and Timatic shows that Taiwanese citizens were unable to enter Somalia at the time.
- In June 2025, however, Somalia lifted its ban on visitors entering with Taiwanese passports, and Timatic shows that Taiwanese citizens must have a valid visa issued by Somalia.
What to do
Find Somalia's embassy or consulate that covers where you live.
Prepare the application form, photos, bank statements and travel bookings.
Book an appointment early; processing can take several weeks.
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Ways into Somalia
Apply online, unless your passport allows entry without a visa.
eVisaTourist eVisaAn online visa for people visiting Somalia for a holiday.
How to apply
- Open etas.gov.so.
- Fill in the form and upload the requested documents.
- Pay the online fee.
- Wait for approval by email before travel.
- Print your approval and carry it.
Documents required
- Valid passport
- Documents requested by the portal
- Hotel booking
- The current fee, stay limit and wait time are not confirmed.
eVisaOnline entry approvalApply online for entry approval based on your reason for travel.
How to apply
- Open etas.gov.so.
- Fill in the form and upload the requested documents.
- Pay the fee.
- Wait for approval by email before travel.
- Print your approval and show it on arrival.
Documents required
- Valid passport
- Documents for your travel purpose
- You may see this system called eTAS or eVisa.
- Entry options and their current terms are not fully published.
Visa on arrivalNew EUCAP staff visaNew EUCAP staff without a mission ID can get an arrival visa.
How to apply
- Get your official EUCAP Letter of Assignment.
- Show the letter and your passport on arrival.
Documents required
- Valid passport
- Official EUCAP Letter of Assignment
- EUCAP is the European Union Capacity Building Mission in Somalia.
- The assignment letter can replace the mission ID card.
Sources (13)Last updated 11 November 2026
- Immigration and Citizenship Agency — official website and portal link
- Immigration and Citizenship Agency — visa, work, residence and border services
- Immigration and Citizenship Agency — electronic visa system launch
- Official Electronic Travel Authorisation System — linked by immigration; contents inaccessible during check
- Somali Civil Aviation Authority — Circular A 03/2026; indexed official text read, live URL under maintenance
- Somali Civil Aviation Authority — November 2025 entry and transit requirements; indexed text read
- Somali Embassy in the United States — online visa application
- Somali Embassy in the United States — visit purposes and passport guidance; mixed older content
- Somali Embassy in Sweden — electronic visa requirements and online-only processing
- Somali mission in Geneva — electronic visa purposes, steps and documents
- Somalia Investment Promotion Office — visa types; older universal arrival procedure conflicts with newer rules
- Tourism ministry — indicative visa table and inconsistent portal-launch wording
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs — indexed homepage has Visa Information heading; substantive visa guidance not retrieved
Coming from Taiwan
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- LanguageArabic
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Planning your Somalia trip
Best time to go: For milder weather in Mogadishu, May to October is the mildest period, and December to February is also relatively mild. These weather conditions do not make travel safe.
- Liido BeachA beach near Mogadishu where families often go at weekends. Security risks remain serious, and women must swim fully clothed.
- Gezira BeachAnother beach near Mogadishu, described as beautiful. Banditry and piracy along the coast make visits risky.
- Taleh Dhulbahante garesaA historic fort built during the era of the Darawiish sultan Diiriye Guure.
- Las Anod Dhulbahante garesaAnother fort from the era of Sultan Diiriye Guure. Las Anod regularly experiences shelling and is especially dangerous.
Scams to watch for in Somalia
About Somalia
Somalia is a federal republic on the Horn of Africa, with the longest coastline in mainland Africa.
- Capital
- Mogadishu
- Money
- Somali shilling (Sh)
- Languages
- Arabic, Somali
- Time zone
- UTC+03:00
- Cars drive on the
- right side
- Calling code
- +252
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Questions
Are there special rules for Taiwanese citizens visiting Somalia?
Do taiwanese citizens need a visa for Somalia?
Taiwanese citizens need a visa for Somalia, from its embassy or consulate.
Where do I apply for a Somalia visa?
At Somalia's embassy or consulate that covers where you live. Book an appointment early, as it can take several weeks.
Does a US, UK or Schengen visa help taiwanese citizens enter Somalia?
We have no record of Somalia relaxing its rules for taiwanese citizens who hold another country's visa. Check with the embassy before you rely on one.
Do somali citizens need a visa for Taiwan?
Somali citizens need a visa for Taiwan, from its embassy or consulate.
Do other Asia passports get easier entry to Somalia?
Malaysia, Macau, Pakistan and Kuwait can enter without applying before they travel.
Which countries near Somalia are easier for taiwanese citizens?
Seychelles, Burundi, Comoros, Ethiopia Madagascar, and 3 more let taiwanese citizens in without applying before travel.
What should I carry to Somalia?
Find Somalia's embassy or consulate that covers where you live. Prepare the application form, photos, bank statements and travel bookings.
What money is used in Somalia?
Somali shilling (Sh). Carry some cash for arrival, especially if a visa fee is paid at the border.
What language do people speak in Somalia?
Arabic and Somali.
How strong is the Taiwan passport?
It ranks #44 and reaches 107 destinations without applying ahead.
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