Somalia for citizens of Saudi Arabia

🔑 How to enter to Somalia from Saudi Arabia

To enter Somalia, Saudi 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 Saudi 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 Saudi passport to the immigration officer upon arrival.
3. Getting a visa - an entry stamp in your Saudi passport. You are allowed to stay in Somalia for 30 days.

✅ Requirements for Saudi citizens to visit Somalia with tourist visa

• Saudi 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 Saudi citizens on the territory of Somalia is carried out on a commercial basis.

❓ FAQ

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

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

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

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

3. What happens if a Saudi 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 Saudi Arabia 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 Saudi citizens to enter Somalia without a visa?

   Saudi 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 Saudi 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 Saudi citizens usually requires a specific visa, and you should not engage in such activities on a tourist visa-free stay.