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title: Somalia visa for citizens of Algeria
description: "Citizens of Algeria need a visa for Somalia and can apply online for an eVisa. Stay up to 30 days. Fee: $50 + $5 service fee. Processing: 3–10 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Somalia visa for citizens of Algeria

Citizens of Algeria need a visa for Somalia and can apply online for an eVisa.

*Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

Official application site: https://www.evisa.gov.so/

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** eVisa
- **How to apply:** Fully online — no office visit
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Visa validity:** 90 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** 3–10 days
- **Government fee:** $50 + $5 service fee
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Sufficient funds for the duration of stay (typically $50-$100 per day)

## How to apply

1. **Visit the official Somalia eVisa portal** — Go to https://www.evisa.gov.so/ and create an account.
2. **Complete the online application form** — Fill in personal details, passport data, and travel information.
3. **Upload required documents** — Upload your passport biodata page, photo, and other supporting documents.
4. **Pay the visa fee online** — Pay $55 (USD) via credit/debit card or other accepted payment methods.
5. **Submit the application** — Review your information and submit the application.
6. **Wait for processing** — Processing typically takes 3 to 10 business days.
7. **Receive eVisa via email** — If approved, you will receive the eVisa as a PDF attachment.
8. **Print the eVisa** — Print a copy to present upon arrival in Somalia.
9. **Travel to Somalia** — Present your passport and printed eVisa at the border.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport (with at least 6 months validity beyond intended stay)** (Identity)
- **Digital passport photo (white background, 35x45 mm)** (Identity)
- **Travel itinerary (flight bookings)** (Travel)
- **Hotel reservation or proof of accommodation** (Travel)
- **Proof of sufficient funds (bank statement, credit card, cash)** (Financial)
- **Completed application form (online)** (Supporting)
- **Visa fee payment receipt** (Financial)
- **Copy of passport bio-data page** (Identity, optional): Unofficial guidance may recommend a copy.
- **Copy of onward/return flight ticket** (Travel, optional): Onward ticket may be required at entry, not always at application.
- **Yellow fever vaccination certificate** (Supporting, optional): Required if traveling from an endemic country.

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** Sufficient funds for the duration of stay (typically $50-$100 per day)
- Bank statement
- Credit card statement
- Cash

The exact minimum is not specified; proof of sufficient funds is expected.

## Good to know

- The eVisa is valid only for tourism or business visits; other purposes require a different visa.
- Ensure your passport has at least 6 months validity from the date of entry.
- Visa is single entry only; multiple entries require a different visa type.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete or incorrect application form** — Double-check all fields before submission and ensure names match passport exactly.
- **Insufficient passport validity** — Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended stay.
- **Criminal record or security concerns** — Applicants with serious criminal records may be rejected; check with the embassy if in doubt.
- **Failure to provide required documents** — Upload all required documents as specified in the application portal.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Algeria need a visa for Somalia?

Citizens of Algeria need a visa for Somalia and can apply online for an eVisa. Visa type: eVisa.

### How long can citizens of Algeria stay in Somalia?

Up to 30 days.

### How much does the Somalia visa cost for citizens of Algeria?

Government fee: $50 + $5 service fee.

### How long does Somalia visa processing take?

Typically 3–10 days.

### What documents do citizens of Algeria need for Somalia?

Valid passport (with at least 6 months validity beyond intended stay); Digital passport photo (white background, 35x45 mm); Travel itinerary (flight bookings); Hotel reservation or proof of accommodation; Proof of sufficient funds (bank statement, credit card, cash); Completed application form (online); and 4 more.

### How long must my passport be valid for Somalia?

At least 6 months.

### Where do I apply?

On the official site: https://www.evisa.gov.so/

## Sources

- [evisa.gov.so](https://www.evisa.gov.so/)

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