Prepare for a visa on arrival
Check eligible arrival points, required documents, and how to pay before departure.
Confirm the visa-on-arrival route
Check with the destination’s immigration authority that a visa on arrival is available for your passport and trip.
Prepare for visa issuance on arrival
Keep your passport and supporting documents ready. Confirm the fee, accepted payment method and eligible point of entry before departure.
Check the visa you receive
Check the passport details, permitted stay and entry conditions on the visa issued to you.
Check your stay and passport validity
Enter your arrival and departure dates to count your stay and check how long your passport must stay valid.
Travel preparation checklist
Check each item’s requirement level and the conditions that apply.
Your circumstances may require additional documents. Ticks track preparation, not eligibility or admission.
Entry conditions and exceptions
Check whether these rules affect your eligibility, application, or arrival.
A tourist stay may be extended with permission
Article 13(4) of Somalia's Immigration Law says tourist-stay authorization may be extended twice, by three months each time. The Immigration Agency lists visa extensions as a service. Ask the Agency how this applies to your issued permission and apply before it expires; an extension is not automatic.
Official guidanceBefore and during your visit to Somalia
Visa on arrival route
The 2026 aviation circular lists this ordinary passport as eligible for a visa on arrival and exempt from advance eTAS. Confirm any supporting documents and payment with the Somali immigration agency before travel.
Somalia travel essentials
- Capital
- Mogadishu
- Currency
- SOS
- Calling code
- +252
Somalia entry questions
Do Ethiopian citizens need a visa for Somalia?
For tourism in Somalia, ordinary passport holders from Ethiopia can get a visa on arrival at an eligible entry point. The stay limit is 3 months per visit.
How long can I stay in Somalia?
The short-visit limit is 3 months per visit. Your actual permission can be shorter; check the dates and conditions you receive.
How much passport validity do I need?
At least 6 months after planned departure.
Can I extend my stay in Somalia?
Article 13(4) of Somalia's Immigration Law says tourist-stay authorization may be extended twice, by three months each time. The Immigration Agency lists visa extensions as a service. Ask the Agency how this applies to your issued permission and apply before it expires; an extension is not automatic.
What if I’m going to work, study or stay longer?
This guide is for a short tourist visit on an ordinary passport. It does not establish eligibility for employment, study or residence. Use the destination’s official guidance for your actual purpose.
Does my country of residence change the answer?
Passport nationality and legal residence are different. This page starts with your passport. Residence can change where you apply and which application channel is available; an existing visa or residence permit may also create an exception. Check the official eligibility guidance for your circumstances.
Official visa and entry guidance
Confirm Somalia’s requirements directly with government authorities.
Who this guide covers
Short tourist visits to Somalia with an ordinary Ethiopia passport. Residence, travel documents, and purpose can affect the rules. Confirm the official guidance before travel; border authorities decide admission and your permitted stay.
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