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Somalia visas
Whether you need a visa for the Federal Republic of Somalia — and which one — depends on your nationality and the purpose of your trip. Most foreign nationals must obtain an electronic travel authorisation (eVisa/eTAS) online before arrival, while work, study, business, residence and citizenship are handled through separate permits. All entry, residence and naturalisation matters are administered by the Immigration and Citizenship Agency (ICA).
Somali visa categories
Explore visa categories by the purpose of your trip.
- Visitor & short-stay visasShort stays in Somalia — tourism, visiting family or friends, business visits and transit, plus any visa-free or e-visa options.3 visas
- Work visasComing to Somalia to work — the employment and skilled-worker routes and the permits they require.1 visa
- Study visasStudying in Somalia — student visas and permits for accepted students.1 visa
- Family visasJoining or sponsoring a partner, child or other relative in Somalia.0 visas
- Business & investor visasInvesting, doing business or coming to Somalia as a highly skilled individual.2 visas
- Residence & citizenshipLiving in Somalia long term — residence routes and, where available, the path to citizenship.2 visas
Somali visa application at a glance
From start to finish in five simple steps.
- 01Choose the right visa
- 02Check eligibility & documents
- 03Apply online
- 04Provide biometrics
- 05Wait for a decision
Somalia — key facts
- Visa authority
- Immigration and Citizenship Agency (ICA)
- Application
- Online (in most cases)
- Biometrics
- Usually required
- Currency
- Somali shilling (SOS)
- Time zone
- East Africa Time (EAT, UTC+3)
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.