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

Citizens of Australia 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 · Tourist
- **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
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Bank statement covering last 3 months

## How to apply

1. **Create an account on the Somalia eVisa portal** — Register on https://www.evisa.gov.so/ with a valid email address.
2. **Complete the online application form** — Provide personal, passport, and travel details as requested.
3. **Upload required documents** — Upload digital copies of your passport photo, passport bio page, return ticket, and hotel booking.
4. **Pay the visa fee online** — Pay 50 USD via credit/debit card or other accepted payment methods.
5. **Wait for processing** — Processing takes between 3 and 10 business days. The eVisa is sent by email upon approval.
6. **Print the eVisa and present on arrival** — Carry a printed copy of the eVisa to show at the Somali border crossing.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport with at least 6 months validity** (Identity): Must have at least one blank visa page.
- **Passport-size photograph (digital, white background)** (Identity): Taken within last 6 months.
- **Completed visa application form** (Identity): Fill out online via the eVisa portal.
- **Proof of onward/return ticket** (Travel): Confirmed flight itinerary showing exit from Somalia.
- **Hotel booking or letter of invitation** (Travel): Accommodation proof for entire stay.
- **Bank statement or proof of sufficient funds** (Financial): Statement from last 3 months, showing adequate balance.
- **Travel health insurance** (Supporting, optional): Recommended but not mandatory.
- **Yellow fever vaccination certificate** (Supporting, optional): Required if arriving from an endemic country.

## Proof of funds

- Bank statement last 3 months
- Cash or traveler's cheques

Amount not specified; must be sufficient for the intended stay.

## Good to know

- The Australian Government advises against all travel to Somalia due to ongoing safety risks.
- Check your passport's remaining validity before applying.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete or incorrect application form fields** — Double-check all entries before submission.
- **Invalid or expired passport** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months from date of arrival.

## FAQs

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

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

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

Up to 30 days.

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

Government fee: $50.

### How long does Somalia visa processing take?

Typically 3–10 days.

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

Valid passport with at least 6 months validity; Passport-size photograph (digital, white background); Completed visa application form; Proof of onward/return ticket; Hotel booking or letter of invitation; Bank statement or proof of sufficient funds; and 2 more depending on your situation.

### 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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