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Somalia Visa Requirements 2026

VOA 30 days $60

Visa requirements for Somalia: visa on arrival for up to 30 days, $60. Updated 30 May 2026. Plus passport rules, customs, and prohibited items.

Last updated 30 May 2026 · Source: Warnely editorial team

Somalia visa at a glance

Policy: Visa on arrival
Length of stay: 30 days
Cost: $60
Passport: Valid 6+ months.

VOA $60 with LOI. Federal vs Somaliland (separate entry). Active conflict; travel inadvisable.

Visa on arrival at Mogadishu/Hargeisa for some – arrange via hotel/contact first.

Customs allowances

Strict.

Prohibited items

Alcohol. Drones. Photography sensitive. Drug laws strict; khat chewing culturally normal but illegal to export.

This is editorial summary, not legal advice. Visa rules change frequently. Always verify with the destination country's official immigration website or your nearest embassy before travel. Requirements vary by passport — the rules above reflect the most common cases for US/UK/EU/Canada/Australia/NZ visitors.

Frequently asked questions about Somalia visas

Do I need a visa to visit Somalia?

Visa on arrival applies for Somalia: VOA $60 with LOI. Federal vs Somaliland (separate entry). Active conflict; travel inadvisable.

How much does a Somalia visa cost?

The Somalia visa costs $60. This is the published fee on the official application channel. Third-party visa agents charge extra; apply directly via the official site to avoid markup.

How long can I stay in Somalia?

The standard visa on arrival allows 30 days per entry. Most policies are extendable in-country at an immigration office for an additional fee — check the official source for current extension rules. Visa runs (leaving and re-entering to reset the clock) are increasingly scrutinised; do not rely on them.

What passport validity does Somalia require?

Valid 6+ months.