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Somalia visas

Somalia tourist visa

The general entry routes are an online visa, visa-free entry or a visa on arrival. A separate tourist visa class is not described.

Ways to get a Somalia tourist visa

  1. Visa-free entry

    No visa needed

    Citizens of Malaysia and Rwanda can enter without a visa.

    Stay
    Up to 30 days.

    Passports that qualify (2)

  2. eTAS (online visa)

    eVisa

    Visitors from countries outside the visa-free and visa-on-arrival lists must obtain an approved online visa before travel.

    1. Apply online through the official e-Visa portal.
    2. Receive your approved electronic visa before starting your journey.
    Apply on the official website

Who needs it

Visitors need an approved online visa before travel unless they qualify for visa-free entry or a visa on arrival.

Who doesn't

Citizens of Malaysia and Rwanda can enter without a visa for up to 30 days.

How to apply

  1. Apply online through the official e-Visa portal.
  2. Receive your approved electronic visa before starting your journey.

What to bring

  • Passport valid for 6 months.

Good to know

  • Tourism-specific permissions and restrictions are not stated.
  • The entry rules list visa-free and visa-on-arrival exceptions, but the online visa section also says all foreign visitors must apply online.
  • Somaliland has separate visa rules.

Questions

Do I need a tourist visa for Somalia?

Visitors need an approved online visa before travel unless they qualify for visa-free entry or a visa on arrival. Citizens of Malaysia and Rwanda can enter without a visa for up to 30 days.

What are the ways to get a tourist visa for Somalia?

There are 3 options: Visa-free entry (no visa at all); eTAS (online visa) (an online visa); Visa on arrival (a visa at the border).

Who can go to Somalia without a tourist visa?

Citizens of Malaysia and Rwanda can enter without a visa.

Can I apply online for Somalia?

Yes: eTAS (online visa). Visitors from countries outside the visa-free and visa-on-arrival lists must obtain an approved online visa before travel.

What documents do I need for a Somalia tourist visa?

Passport valid for 6 months..

How do I apply for a Somalia tourist visa?

1. 1. Apply online through the official e-Visa portal. 2. 2. Receive your approved electronic visa before starting your journey.

Does my passport change whether I need a tourist visa for Somalia?

Yes. Rules depend on the country that issued your passport. Open the Somalia visa page and choose your passport for a plain answer.

Can a tourist visa for Somalia be refused?

Yes. Officials can refuse a visa or entry, even after you apply. Give true answers, bring the documents asked for, and keep proof of your onward trip and money.

Where do I check the latest Somalia tourist visa rules?

On Somalia's official immigration or foreign ministry website, or at its embassy. Rules change, so check close to your trip.

Can I change my tourist visa once I am in Somalia?

Often you cannot switch visa type inside the country. Ask the immigration office before you travel if you might need to.

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