Somalia Visa Requirements for Canadian citizens in 2025

Last Updated: Jan. 17, 2025, 2:17 p.m.

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Somalia

1) E-Visa

Canadian passport holders planning a visit to Somalia for tourism purposes do not need a traditional visa for short durations. Instead, an electronic travel authorization (eTA or eVisa) must be acquired prior to entry. Explore our comprehensive guides on eVisas for more details.

Entry Requirement

Danger
Allowed Stay

unknown

Purpose of Travel

Tourist

2) Visa On Arrival

Upon arriving in Somalia, Canadian citizens have the option to apply for a visa on arrival. This visa can be obtained directly at the country’s entry points.

Entry Requirement

Danger
Allowed Stay

unknown

Purpose of Travel

Tourist

Further Notes

  • The Canadian government advises its citizens not to visit Somalia due to the extremely volatile security situation and high threat of domestic terrorism.

Reference Links

https://evisa.gov.so

General Information about Somalia

  • Name (Common): Somalia
  • Name (Official): Federal Republic of Somalia
  • Population: 15893219
  • Area: 637657
  • Capital: Mogadishu
  • Currency: Somali shilling
  • Language: Arabic
  • Calling Code: +2
  • Region: Africa
  • Subregion: Eastern Africa

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, a visa is required for Canadian citizens. Canada passport holders can apply for a tourist visa online.

Yes, a visa is required for Canadian citizens. Canada passport holders can apply for a tourist visa online. Options include: E-Visa, Visa On Arrival.

Yes, Canadian citizens can travel to Somalia, but an E-Visa is required.

The maximum length of stay in Somalia with E-Visa is unknown. Canadian citizens must leave the country within the specified period.

Overstaying an E-Visa in Somalia can result in fines, penalties, and potentially being banned from entering Somalia in the future. It is important to comply with the length of stay specified with the visa and leave the country within the allotted time.

The maximum length of stay in Somalia with Visa On Arrival is unknown. Canadian citizens must leave the country within the specified period.
Travel Advisory for Somalia

Advisory Message: Somalia has a current risk level of 5 (out of 5). We advise: It is not safe to travel Somalia.
Score: 5.0
Source: https://www.travel-advisory.info/somalia
Last Updated Aug. 13, 2024, 8:21 a.m.