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title: Somalia visa for citizens of Zimbabwe
description: "Citizens of Zimbabwe don't need a visa for Somalia but must get an electronic travel authorization (eTA) online before travelling. Stay up to 30 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Somalia visa for citizens of Zimbabwe

Citizens of Zimbabwe don't need a visa for Somalia but must get an electronic travel authorization (eTA) online before travelling.

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

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** eTA · Visa on Arrival · Tourist (30 days)
- **How to apply:** Electronic travel authorization (online)
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Visa validity:** 30 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **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 stay

## How to apply

1. **Prepare documents** — Ensure passport, photos, onward ticket, accommodation proof, funds, and yellow fever certificate are ready
2. **Travel to Somalia** — Fly to an international airport in Somalia
3. **Arrive at immigration** — Proceed to the visa on arrival counter at the port of entry
4. **Submit documents and pay fee** — Present passport, completed arrival form, photo, and supporting documents; pay visa fee in USD cash
5. **Receive visa sticker** — Immigration officer will issue a visa sticker in your passport
6. **Enter Somalia** — Proceed through immigration check and enter the country

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months from date of entry
- **Passport-size photo** (Identity): One recent passport-size photo
- **Completed arrival form** (Travel): Fill out immigration form upon arrival
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel): Proof of onward or return travel
- **Proof of accommodation** (Travel): Hotel booking or invitation letter
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Supporting): Bank statement or cash in USD
- **Yellow fever vaccination certificate** (Supporting): Required if arriving from an endemic country

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** Equivalent of $50 per day
- Cash
- Bank statement
- Traveler's cheques

Proof of funds may be requested at immigration

## Good to know

- Visa on arrival is subject to immigration officer's discretion; have all documents ready to avoid denial.
- Only available at major airports; check before travel.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient passport validity** — Ensure passport valid for at least 6 months from entry date
- **Missing onward ticket** — Carry printed return or onward flight itinerary
- **Incomplete or incorrect documentation** — Prepare all required documents in advance and have photocopies

## FAQs

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

Citizens of Zimbabwe don't need a visa for Somalia but must get an electronic travel authorization (eTA) online before travelling. Visa type: Visa on Arrival · Tourist (30 days).

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

Up to 30 days.

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

Valid passport; Passport-size photo; Completed arrival form; Return or onward ticket; Proof of accommodation; Proof of sufficient funds; and 1 more.

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

At least 6 months.

## More

- [Somalia visa for every passport](/visa/somalia)
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