Somalia Visa (embassy / restricted): Requirements, Fees, Documents & Application Guide
Assistance Fee
+ Government fee (paid to authorities)
Visa: US$60 · Somalia eVisa / eTAS: USD 64
See official fee detailsSomalia Visa (embassy / restricted) at a glance
- Government visa fee
- US$60 (VOA Mogadishu with invitation; Somaliland e-visa US$60)
- HolidaySG service fee
- S$65.00
- Processing time
- 2–8 weeks (if issued)
- Maximum stay
- As issued (typically 30 days)
- Visa required?
- All nationalities incl. Singapore, Malaysia, India, USA, UK, EU. Somaliland (Hargeisa) issues its own visa (US$60 e-visa/on arrival).
- Arrival card
- Arrival card
Do you need a visa to Somalia?
Travellers from None for tourism (limited regional exceptions). can generally enter Somalia without a visa. All nationalities incl. Singapore, Malaysia, India, USA, UK, EU. Somaliland (Hargeisa) issues its own visa (US$60 e-visa/on arrival).
Who does NOT need a visa
Passport holders from None for tourism (limited regional exceptions). do not require a visa for Somalia for eligible short visits. Always confirm your passport type and length of stay against the official source before travelling.
Reviewed against official government sources (MFA Singapore travel page (Somalia)) · Last verified 29 Sep 2026 · HolidaySG — licensed Singapore travel agency (TA04014).
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Official Somalia visa options
Verified from government sources · 29 Sep 2026Visa (embassy / restricted)
Official fee: US$60 (VOA Mogadishu with invitation; Somaliland e-visa US$60)- Validity
- Per issued visa
- Max stay
- As issued (typically 30 days)
- Processing time
- 2–8 weeks (if issued)
- Where to apply
- VOA at Mogadishu with sponsor invitation; Somaliland e-visa portal evisa.gov.so? / Hargeisa airport
Who needs it: All nationalities incl. Singapore, Malaysia, India, USA, UK, EU. Somaliland (Hargeisa) issues its own visa (US$60 e-visa/on arrival).
Visa-free: None for tourism (limited regional exceptions).
Required documents
- Passport valid ≥6 months with blank pages
- Recent passport photo (white background)
- Confirmed return/onward flight
- Accommodation booking
- Proof of sufficient funds (bank statement)
- Visa application form
- Photos
- Invitation / sponsor letter
- Detailed itinerary
Arrival card: Arrival card
TRAVEL NOT RECOMMENDED — most governments advise against all travel (Somaliland considered separately by some). HolidaySG does not process leisure applications; contact us only for essential travel guidance.
Source: MFA Singapore travel page (Somalia) · verified 29 Sep 2026. Government fees & rules change — we re-confirm at the time of your application.
Somalia eVisa / eTAS
Official fee: USD 64- Validity
- As stated on grant; single entry typical
- Max stay
- 30 days
- Time to approval
- Approx 7-10 business days; apply 4-6 weeks ahead
- Processing time
- Approx 7-10 business days; apply 4-6 weeks ahead
- Where to apply
- Official Somalia eVisa portal (evisa.gov.so)
Who needs it: Foreign visitors to federal Somalia, including Indian and Singapore passport holders
Required documents
- Passport valid 6+ months
- Passport photo
- Sponsor/invitation letter (Warqad Dammaanad)
- Return/onward ticket
- Proof of accommodation
Source: Official government source · verified 20 Aug 2026. Government fees & rules change — we re-confirm at the time of your application.
Who can apply
Somalia visa requirements by nationality
Top 30 passports| Passport | Requirement | Max stay | Need help? |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇸🇬Singapore | e-Visa required | — | Apply with HolidaySG · S$65 |
| 🇲🇾Malaysia | Visa-free (up to 30 days) | 30 days | No visa needed |
| 🇮🇳India | e-Visa required | — | Apply with HolidaySG · S$65 |
| 🇮🇩Indonesia | e-Visa required | — | Apply with HolidaySG · S$65 |
| 🇵🇭Philippines | e-Visa required | — | Apply with HolidaySG · S$65 |
| 🇨🇳China | e-Visa required | — | Apply with HolidaySG · S$65 |
| 🇻🇳Vietnam | e-Visa required | — | Apply with HolidaySG · S$65 |
| 🇹🇭Thailand | e-Visa required | — | Apply with HolidaySG · S$65 |
| 🇯🇵Japan | e-Visa required | — | Apply with HolidaySG · S$65 |
| 🇰🇷South Korea | e-Visa required | — | Apply with HolidaySG · S$65 |
| 🇦🇺Australia | e-Visa required | — | Apply with HolidaySG · S$65 |
| 🇬🇧United Kingdom | e-Visa required | — | Apply with HolidaySG · S$65 |
| 🇺🇸United States | e-Visa required | — | Apply with HolidaySG · S$65 |
| 🇨🇦Canada | e-Visa required | — | Apply with HolidaySG · S$65 |
| 🇩🇪Germany | e-Visa required | — | Apply with HolidaySG · S$65 |
| 🇫🇷France | e-Visa required | — | Apply with HolidaySG · S$65 |
| 🇦🇪UAE | e-Visa required | — | Apply with HolidaySG · S$65 |
| 🇵🇰Pakistan | e-Visa required | — | Apply with HolidaySG · S$65 |
| 🇧🇩Bangladesh | e-Visa required | — | Apply with HolidaySG · S$65 |
| 🇱🇰Sri Lanka | e-Visa required | — | Apply with HolidaySG · S$65 |
| 🇭🇰Hong Kong | e-Visa required | — | Apply with HolidaySG · S$65 |
| 🇹🇼Taiwan | e-Visa required | — | Apply with HolidaySG · S$65 |
| 🇳🇿New Zealand | e-Visa required | — | Apply with HolidaySG · S$65 |
| 🇸🇦Saudi Arabia | e-Visa required | — | Apply with HolidaySG · S$65 |
| 🇧🇷Brazil | e-Visa required | — | Apply with HolidaySG · S$65 |
| 🇷🇺Russia | e-Visa required | — | Apply with HolidaySG · S$65 |
| 🇿🇦South Africa | e-Visa required | — | Apply with HolidaySG · S$65 |
| 🇳🇬Nigeria | e-Visa required | — | Apply with HolidaySG · S$65 |
| 🇪🇬Egypt | e-Visa required | — | Apply with HolidaySG · S$65 |
| 🇲🇲Myanmar | e-Visa required | — | Apply with HolidaySG · S$65 |
General travel information from the Passport Index dataset; rules can depend on passport type, residence and purpose. Not your nationality? Use the checker or confirm with the official source above.
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