What documents does a Pakistan citizen need for a Somalia visa?

- Passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry, with at least 1 blank page - Digital passport-style photo uploaded during the online application - Scanned copy of the passport bio-data page - Return or onward flight itinerary - Hotel booking or invitation letter from a host/sponsor in Somalia - A valid email address to receive the e-Visa approval - Biometrics are collected on arrival at Aden Adde International Airport, not during the online application - Travel and medical evacuation insurance is strongly recommended given the security situation

What types of visas can Pakistan citizens get for Somalia?

- Tourist e-Visa: single entry, typically valid for a stay of 30 days from entry - Business e-Visa: single entry, similar validity, requires an invitation letter from a Somali company or organization - Diplomatic/Official visas: handled separately through government channels, not the e-Visa portal

How do Pakistan citizens apply for a Somalia visa?

- Apply through Somalia's official e-Visa portal, creating an account and completing the online form - Upload the passport scan and photo, and pay the fee by credit/debit card - Approval is sent by email as a PDF e-Visa, which should be printed and carried with the passport - Present the printed e-Visa and passport on arrival; immigration issues an entry stamp and takes biometrics at that point

How much does a Somalia visa cost for Pakistan citizens?

- e-Visa fee: approximately USD 60 for a single-entry tourist e-Visa, paid online by card - No separate service/agent fee if applying directly through the official portal - Standard processing: 3-5 business days; apply at least a week before travel to allow for delays - No official express option is advertised

What should Pakistan citizens know before traveling to Somalia?

- Double-check you are using Somalia's official government e-Visa site, as third-party sites sometimes charge extra for the same service - Check current travel advisories from the Pakistani Ministry of Foreign Affairs before traveling, given the security environment in parts of Somalia - Carry both a printed and a digital copy of the e-Visa approval - Arrange private medical evacuation insurance, as facilities outside Mogadishu are very limited - Visa extensions, if needed, must be arranged with the Somali Immigration Department in Mogadishu before the e-Visa expires

Somalia Visa for Pakistan Citizens 2026

e-Visa / eTA

Pakistani citizens can obtain a Somalia e-Visa online before travel through Somalia's official e-Visa portal; fee around USD 60 for a single-entry tourist e-Visa, with approval typically in 3-5 business days.

Guide last updated October 20, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

Passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry, with at least 1 blank page
Digital passport-style photo uploaded during the online application
Scanned copy of the passport bio-data page
Return or onward flight itinerary
Hotel booking or invitation letter from a host/sponsor in Somalia
A valid email address to receive the e-Visa approval
Biometrics are collected on arrival at Aden Adde International Airport, not during the online application
Travel and medical evacuation insurance is strongly recommended given the security situation

Visa types

Tourist e-Visa: single entry, typically valid for a stay of 30 days from entry
Business e-Visa: single entry, similar validity, requires an invitation letter from a Somali company or organization
Diplomatic/Official visas: handled separately through government channels, not the e-Visa portal

How to apply online

Apply through Somalia's official e-Visa portal, creating an account and completing the online form
Upload the passport scan and photo, and pay the fee by credit/debit card
Approval is sent by email as a PDF e-Visa, which should be printed and carried with the passport
Present the printed e-Visa and passport on arrival; immigration issues an entry stamp and takes biometrics at that point

Fees & processing time

e-Visa fee: approximately USD 60 for a single-entry tourist e-Visa, paid online by card
No separate service/agent fee if applying directly through the official portal
Standard processing: 3-5 business days; apply at least a week before travel to allow for delays
No official express option is advertised

Tips for Pakistan travelers

Double-check you are using Somalia's official government e-Visa site, as third-party sites sometimes charge extra for the same service
Check current travel advisories from the Pakistani Ministry of Foreign Affairs before traveling, given the security environment in parts of Somalia
Carry both a printed and a digital copy of the e-Visa approval
Arrange private medical evacuation insurance, as facilities outside Mogadishu are very limited
Visa extensions, if needed, must be arranged with the Somali Immigration Department in Mogadishu before the e-Visa expires

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

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