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Somalia Visa Guide

Mogadishu Β· SOS

Updated Mar 2026

Processing Time

Instant

Validity

30 days stay, 30 days from issue

Fee

SOS 100 (approx β‚Ή3,500)

Overview

Indian citizens can obtain a tourist visa on arrival at Mogadishu International Airport. The visa is valid for 30 days and can be extended for an additional 30 days. The visa fee is payable in cash only. Indians are advised to carry a valid return ticket, proof of hotel booking, and sufficient funds for their stay in Somalia.

Required Documents

  • 1Valid Indian passport (min 6 months validity, 2 blank pages)
  • 2Completed visa application form (from official website)
  • 3Recent passport photograph (exact size 35x45mm, white background)
  • 4Confirmed return flight tickets
  • 5Hotel booking confirmation
  • 6Bank statement last 3 months (min balance)
  • 7Employment proof / ITR / salary slips
  • 8Travel insurance
  • 9Yellow fever vaccination certificate

Application Process

  1. 1

    Obtain a visa on arrival at Mogadishu International Airport

    Arrive at Mogadishu International Airport and proceed to the visa on arrival counter. Fill out the visa application form and submit it along with the required documents and payment.

  2. 2

    Submit the required documents

    Submit the completed visa application form, recent passport photograph, confirmed return flight tickets, hotel booking confirmation, bank statement, employment proof, travel insurance, and yellow fever vaccination certificate.

  3. 3

    Pay the visa fee

    Pay the visa fee in cash only. The fee is SOS 100 (approx β‚Ή3,500).

  4. 4

    Collect the visa

    Collect the visa from the visa on arrival counter. The visa is valid for 30 days and can be extended for an additional 30 days.

Tips for Approval

  • βœ“Indians are advised to carry a valid return ticket, proof of hotel booking, and sufficient funds for their stay in Somalia.
  • βœ“It is recommended to exchange currency at the airport or in Mogadishu city to avoid any issues.
  • βœ“Somalia has a high risk of terrorism and crime. Indians are advised to exercise caution and stay informed about local conditions.
  • βœ“The official language of Somalia is Somali and Arabic. English is widely spoken in tourist areas.

Common Rejection Reasons

  • βœ•Incomplete or inaccurate application form
  • βœ•Insufficient funds or proof of hotel booking
  • βœ•Invalid or expired passport
  • βœ•Failure to meet the required documents

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