Business & investor visas
Somali Investor Permit of Stay
A residence permit for foreign investors operating a business in Somalia, letting them live in the country while running their venture.
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Validity period and processing time of the investor permit of stay are not stated on the official page — verify before publishing.
Important information
Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Somalia government website before you apply.
On this page
- Official name
- Somalia Permit of Stay (investor)
- Route type
- Residence permit for investors
- Responsible institution
- Immigration and Citizenship Agency (ICA)
- Fee
- US$5
- Permit of stay fee published on the government services portal
- Passport validity
- At least 1 year
Who it is for
- Foreign investors running a registered business in Somalia who need to reside in the country
Requirements
- Written stay-permit application with personal details and insurance coverage
- Business permit from the Ministry of Commerce
- Passport valid for at least one year
- Two passport-size photographs
- Business profile describing operations
- Academic/skills documentation and CV
- National ID (if applicable)
How to apply
Submit the application and supporting documents in person to the ICA; the permit of stay fee is paid via the account displayed at the regional centre.
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.