You need a visa for Somalia if you have an Iranian passport

These visas exist for Somalia, but they cannot be applied for online with Iranian nationality. Tell us about your trip and we will come back with the options and a price.

Visa required

Frequently asked questions

Do Iranian citizens need a visa for Somalia?

Yes. Iranian citizens need a visa for Somalia. It is not available online — the application goes through an embassy or consulate.

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What Somalia may ask for

Not every traveller is asked for all of these. A valid passport is checked every time; the rest is a spot check at the border, and some items belong to a visa application rather than the crossing itself.

Passport valid 6+ months with 2 blank pages
Passport photo 35x45mm, white background
Invitation letter from sponsor in Somalia
Hotel booking or host accommodation details
Return flight or onward travel itinerary
Proof of sufficient funds for your stay

Entry requirements for Iranian travellers

These rules apply specifically to Iranian passport holders entering Somalia as tourists. Each one links to the official source where available.

Required
Travelers require a passport valid for at least 6 months from the time of entry
Travelers require a passport to enter Somalia. The traveler's passport must remain valid for at least 6 months after the traveler arrives in Somalia. The passport must have at least 1 blank page.
Somalia Immigration and Citizenship Agency (ICA) Last checked 2026-07-31
Recommended
Recommended vaccinations for Somalia
Travelers should consider: -Hepatitis A and Hepatitis B vaccines; -Typhoid vaccine for visits to smaller cities or rural areas; -Routine vaccines including Measles. Additional vaccine recommendations may apply. Consult your healthcare provider and check the source for details.
CDC - Somalia Last checked 2026-07-31
Not required
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is not required for Somalia
Travelers don’t need proof of COVID-19 vaccination before traveling to Somalia.
Last checked 2026-07-31
Not required
Proof of pre-departure COVID-19 test is not required
Travelers don’t need a COVID-19 test before traveling to Somalia.
Last checked 2026-07-31