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title: Somalia visa for citizens of Mauritania
description: "Citizens of Mauritania need a visa for Somalia and can apply online for an eVisa. Stay up to 30 days. Fee: $70. Processing: 3–5 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Somalia visa for citizens of Mauritania

Citizens of Mauritania 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://evisa.gov.so

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** eVisa · Tourist (30 days)
- **How to apply:** Fully online — no office visit
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Visa validity:** 90 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** 3–5 days
- **Government fee:** $70
- **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 or cash equivalent of at least $200 per day of stay

## How to apply

1. **Create an account on the official eVisa portal** — Go to evisa.gov.so and register with your email address
2. **Fill out the online application form** — Provide personal details, passport info, travel dates, and accommodation
3. **Upload required documents** — Upload scanned passport, photo, itinerary, hotel booking, and flight ticket
4. **Pay the visa fee** — Pay $70 via credit/debit card (Visa, Mastercard) online
5. **Submit the application** — Review information and submit — you will receive a confirmation email
6. **Wait for processing** — Processing takes 3 to 5 business days — monitor your email for updates
7. **Receive eVisa approval** — Approval email contains a PDF with your eVisa — print or save on phone
8. **Present eVisa at immigration upon arrival** — Show the eVisa (digital or printed) to border officials in Somalia

## Documents checklist

- **Passport bio-data page scan** (Identity): Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from arrival
- **Passport-size photograph** (Identity): Recent digital photo, white background, 2x2 inches
- **Travel itinerary** (Travel): Flight reservation showing entry and exit dates
- **Hotel booking confirmation** (Travel): Confirmed accommodation for entire stay
- **Round-trip flight ticket** (Travel): Confirmed return flight reservation
- **Bank statement (last 3 months)** (Financial): Showing sufficient funds for the trip
- **Proof of employment (optional)** (Employment, optional): Employment letter or business registration if self-employed
- **Travel insurance (recommended)** (Supporting, optional): Coverage for medical emergencies and repatriation

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** $200 per day of stay
- Bank statement
- Cash
- Travelers cheques

Proof of sufficient funds is recommended but not always checked

## Good to know

- eVisa must be used within 90 days of issue — after that it expires.
- Ensure passport has at least 2 blank pages for entry stamps.
- Somalia has strict security conditions; check travel advisories before planning.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Invalid or expired passport** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months from date of arrival
- **Incomplete or unclear document scans** — Upload high-resolution, uncropped scans in color
- **Incorrect travel dates or mismatch in booking** — Double-check all dates match your flight and hotel reservations

## FAQs

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

Citizens of Mauritania need a visa for Somalia and can apply online for an eVisa. Visa type: eVisa · Tourist (30 days).

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

Up to 30 days.

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

Government fee: $70.

### How long does Somalia visa processing take?

Typically 3–5 days.

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

Passport bio-data page scan; Passport-size photograph; Travel itinerary; Hotel booking confirmation; Round-trip flight ticket; Bank statement (last 3 months); 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://evisa.gov.so

## Sources

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

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