Somalia Visit Visa

Somalia is a country in East Africa and is often called the Horn of Africa due to its location. Although, the country is in the news due to its civil wars and terrorism issues. But it is only one side of the story. No doubt, conditions have been worse for Somalia for some past years. But still, the country has a lot to offer for its tourists. As for terrorism, yes, it exists there but not all over the country. You don't have to worry when visiting it as most parts of Somalia are safe to visit and contain many attractions for visitors. 

Somalia is full of natural resources like oil, Diamond, Uranium, etc., and it has tons of beautiful beaches and astonishing caves. It is a country with diverse history and culture. To visit Somalia, you need to have a Somalia Visit Visa.

How to get a Somalia Visit Visa?

You need a Somalia Visit Visa to explore the beautiful sights of this country. With a visit visa, you can stay there for a maximum of 90 days. But you can extend it in some cases if you wish to. Somalia government also provides a single-entry Visa On Arrival if you choose Somaliland (an independent state of Somalia) for your arrival destination or if you are arriving at Mogadishu International Airport.

To apply for a visa, contact the Somalia embassy in your country. The Visa application should be submitted to the Consulate-General of Somalia or the Embassy of Somalia.

What will be the documents required for Somalia Visit Visa?

You need to complete the following documents for the Somalia Visit Visa:

1. A completed Somalia Visit Visa Application Form

2. The current passport that is valid for a minimum of six months

3. Two recent passport size photographs

4. A receipt of your flight reservation

5. Proof of the visa fee payment (Non-Refundable Fee paid to the Embassy of the Federal Republic of Somalia)

6. Proof of your visit purpose ( a hotel reservation proof can work too)

7. Evidence that shows enough financial means

What will be the Validity of a Somalia Visit Visa?

If you have a Visa On Arrival, you can stay for up to 30 days. But the maximum validity of the visa is 90 days.

What will be the cost of a Somalia Visit Visa?

A Somalia Visit Visa will cost you only 60$.

Is it safe to visit Somalia?

Only some areas of Somalia are dangerous to visit, but most of the parts are peaceful, and you can visit there safely. You just have to know which areas should be avoided to go.

The Top Places to Visit in Somalia

Somalia is rich in attractive destinations and was a popular place among the tourists when it was free from civil wars. If you are going to visit Somalia, you must know the places to visit. Here I am recommending some of the top tourist attractions in Somalia that you must visit:

• The Cave Art Of Laas Geel 
• Sea Beaches Of Berbera
• Kismayo National Park
• Cape Guardafui
• Lag Badana-Bush bush National Park