Travelling to Somalia

What Somalia asks of visitors, what it costs, and how long it takes.

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Visas and permits for Somalia

1 on file. Open one for the documents, fees and processing time.

Visa Required
No longer on the visa-on-arrival list. Obtain a visa in advance.
60 USD
Apply at an embassy

Good to know

Practical facts worth having before you land.

Capital
Mogadishu
Currency
SOS
Official language
Somali, Arabic
Dialling code
+252
Time zone
UTC+3
Emergency number
888
Region
Africa

Visa rules change without notice. Confirm with Somalia's embassy or official visa portal before you book. EzVisa is information, not legal advice.