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Somalia Conditional Visa on Arrival for Indians

Somalia offers a visa on arrival at Mogadishu airport in limited circumstances, normally requiring an invitation or sponsor letter arranged in advance. Review your government's travel advisory before considering travel.

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Visa Overview

Country
Somalia
Visa Type
Conditional Visa on Arrival
Purpose
Business and specific visits
Maximum Stay
Up to 30 days
Extension
Case by case
Visa Fee
Around US$60 on arrival where granted
Processing
At the immigration counter on arrival
Reviewed
September 2026

Documents Required

Carry these for Somalia. Requirements may be checked again at your departure airport.

  • Original Indian passport in good condition
  • Passport valid for at least 6 months from arrival
  • Confirmed return or onward flight ticket
  • Invitation or sponsor letter
  • Recent passport-size photograph
  • Proof of sufficient funds for your stay

Somalia Visa on Arrival process

  1. 1

    Step 1

    Prepare Documents

    Assemble the checklist above before you leave for the airport.

  2. 2

    Step 2

    Arrive at an Eligible Airport or Border

    Only designated entry points issue arrival entry.

  3. 3

    Step 3

    Proceed to the Immigration / Visa Counter

    Follow the signs for visa on arrival or foreign passports.

  4. 4

    Step 4

    Submit Passport & Documents

    Hand over the passport with your tickets and accommodation proof.

  5. 5

    Step 5

    Pay the Visa Fee (if applicable)

    Carry the accepted currency in cash where cards are not accepted.

  6. 6

    Step 6

    Immigration Clearance

    Biometrics and questions about your purpose of visit may follow.

  7. 7

    Step 7

    Enter the Country

    Check the stamped duration before leaving the counter.

Eligible Entry Points

  • Aden Adde International Airport, Mogadishu

Confirm your specific airport, land border or seaport with the official authority before travelling.

Visa Fee

Around US$60 on arrival where granted

Approximate INR: ₹5,300 (indicative)

INR amount is indicative and may change according to exchange rates. Official fees are set by the destination’s authorities and may change without notice.

Federal Government of Somalia

Important Conditions

  • Invitation or sponsorship letter from a host in Somalia.
  • Fee payable in US dollars cash on arrival.
  • Security advisories are significant — check current guidance before booking.
  • Somaliland operates its own separate entry requirements.

Entry, permitted stay and extension decisions rest entirely with the immigration authority of Somalia. Meeting every condition does not guarantee entry.

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Visadesk Global LLP helps you check eligibility, prepare documents and arrange flights, hotels and itineraries so your arrival goes smoothly.

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Verify before you travel

Visa and entry regulations can change without prior notice. Eligibility may depend on passport validity, return tickets, hotel bookings, sufficient funds, travel history, residence permits, or valid visas from certain countries. Travellers should verify the latest immigration requirements with Federal Government of Somalia before booking or travelling. Visadesk Global is a private visa and travel assistance service and is not affiliated with any embassy, consulate or government immigration authority.