Somalia for citizens of Ghana

🔑 How to enter to Somalia from Ghana

To enter Somalia, Ghanaian 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 Somalia, check whether your Ghanaian passport is valid. Passport must be valid for 6 months after entering Somalia and have at least 1 blank page for entry stamp.
2. Show your Ghanaian passport to the immigration officer upon arrival.
3. Getting a visa - an entry stamp in your Ghanaian passport. You are allowed to stay in Somalia for 30 days.

✅ Requirements for Ghanaian citizens to visit Somalia with tourist visa

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

❓ FAQ

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

   Ghanaian citizens do not need a visa to visit the Somalia.

2. How long Ghanaian citizens are allowed to stay in Somalia without a visa?

   The maximum duration of stay in Somalia for citizens of Ghana for a visa-free stay is 30 days.

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

   Overstaying visa-free entry to Somalia is punishable by a fine, in case of serious violations a ban on entry to Somalia 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 Ghana need to show proof of sufficient funds to enter Somalia without a visa?

   Somali 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 Ghanaian citizens to enter Somalia without a visa?

   Ghanaian 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 Somalia.

6. Can Ghanaian work or study during the visa-free stay in Somalia?

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