Seychelles for citizens of Somalia

🔑 How to enter to Seychelles from Somalia

To enter Seychelles, Somali citizens must follow some fairly simple steps. Please note that migration services have the right to request additional documents (return tickets, accommodation reservations and etc.).

1. Before traveling to Seychelles, check whether your Somali passport is valid. Passport must be valid for 6 months after entering Seychelles and have at least 1 blank page for entry stamp.
2. Show your Somali passport to the immigration officer upon arrival.
3. Getting a visa - an entry stamp in your Somali passport. You are allowed to stay in Seychelles for 90 days.

✅ Requirements for Somali citizens to visit Seychelles with tourist visa

• Somali citizens should provide valid passport. Passport must be valid at the all time of entry to Seychelles. The passport must be a minimum of one blank page for the entry stamp.
• Medical insurance is recommended, as treatment of Somali citizens on the territory of Seychelles is carried out on a commercial basis.

❓ FAQ

1. Do citizens of Somalia require a visa to visit the Seychelles?

   Somali citizens do not need a visa to visit the Seychelles.

2. How long Somali citizens are allowed to stay in Seychelles without a visa?

   The maximum duration of stay in Seychelles for citizens of Somalia for a visa-free stay is 90 days.

3. What happens if a Somali passport holder stays in Seychelles longer than the visa-free period allowed?

   Overstaying visa-free entry to Seychelles is punishable by a fine, in case of serious violations a ban on entry to Seychelles is possible. It is essential to leave the country before your authorized stay expires or to extend your stay legally if needed.

4. Do citizens of Somalia need to show proof of sufficient funds to enter Seychelles without a visa?

   Seychellois immigration authorities may ask for proof of sufficient funds or a return ticket when entering the country without a visa. It is advisable to have these documents with you when traveling.

5. What documents are required for Somali citizens to enter Seychelles without a visa?

   Somali citizens need a valid passport with at least six months validity, a return or onward ticket, and proof of sufficient funds to cover their stay in Seychelles.

6. Can Somali work or study during the visa-free stay in Seychelles?

   The Seychelles visa-free stay is usually for tourism purposes only. For working or studying in Seychelles Somali citizens usually requires a specific visa, and you should not engage in such activities on a tourist visa-free stay.