Somalia Visa

Do I Need a Visa for Somalia?

Yes. A visa is required for travel to both Somalia and Puntland. However, visas for Somalia are not currently being issued in the US, but they can be obtained at the port of entry. All travelers to Somalia must have a passport, and it is advisable that the passport have 6 months of validity after the planned departure date from Somalia as well as at least one blank page for the entry stamp. Please note that many ports of entry are under the control of local authorities, and they reserve the right to require additional documents of travelers attempting to enter the country.

Is A …	A Somolia Entry Requirement?
Passport	Yes
Passport Validity	Minimum 6 months validity
Blank Passport Pages	One page per entry stamp
Tourist Visa	Yes
Other Visa Types	See below

Sources: U.S. State Department

Can I Obtain My Visa for Somalia on Arrival?

Yes. Visas for Somalia are not currently being issued in the US, but they can be obtained upon entry in Somalia or at Somali embassies overseas in certain African nations. Be advised, however, that the central government and the embassies that represent it do not have control over the full Somali territory.

What Types of Materials Support My Somalia Visa Application?

To obtain your visa for Somalia upon arrival, you need to be prepared to present a valid passport and payment for a visa fee of approximately $50.

How Do I Obtain My Visa for Somalia?

Passport Health cannot assist travelers with obtaining a visa to Somalia. We recommend you contact the Permanent Representative of the Somali Republic to the United Nations for further information by phone at (212) 688-8410 or via email at somalia@un.int.

What Else Do I Need to Do Before Traveling to Somalia?

Make sure your US passport will still be valid for at least six months after the date you plan to exit Somalia. Do you need to get your passport renewed? With our expedited passport processing services, we can get you a new passport in as few as 1-3 business days.

You will face a variety of health risks in Somalia, so be sure to prepare your health! Schedule an appointment at the Passport Health travel clinic nearest to you to get all of the vaccines, medications, and travel supplies you need while traveling through Somalia.