Somalia for citizens of Timor-Leste

🔑 How to enter to Somalia from Timor-Leste

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

✅ Requirements for East Timorese citizens to visit Somalia with tourist visa

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

❓ FAQ

1. Do citizens of Timor-Leste require a visa to visit the Somalia?

   East Timorese citizens do not need a visa to visit the Somalia.

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

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

3. What happens if a East Timorese 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 Timor-Leste 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 East Timorese citizens to enter Somalia without a visa?

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