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You need a visa for Somalia if you have a Yemeni passport

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

Travelling to Somalia Visa required

Frequently asked questions

Yes. Yemeni 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 Yemeni travellers

These rules apply specifically to Yemeni 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

A look at Somalia

  • Crystal clear waters and white sand beaches along Somalia's pristine Indian Ocean coastline near Berbera
    Somalia's Coastline — Africa's longest stretch of pristine beaches
  • Lido Beach in Mogadishu with locals enjoying the seaside and city skyline in background
    Mogadishu — Somalia's capital city experiencing urban renaissance
  • Ancient cave paintings at Laas Geel archaeological site showing cattle and human figures dating back 5000 years
    Laas Geel — Stunning 5,000-year-old cave paintings in Somaliland
  • Modern buildings and bustling streets of Hargeisa city center with traditional markets
    Hargeisa — Somaliland's vibrant capital and gateway to ancient wonders

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Where else Yemeni citizens can apply online

See every country a Yemeni passport can enter — visa-free, on arrival or with an eVisa.