eVisa
Somalia Guide for Qatari Citizens
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Visa Overview
Visa Requirement
Qatari citizens must obtain an electronic visa (eVisa) before traveling to Somalia. The application is completed online and the approved eVisa is presented on arrival together with a valid Qatari passport.
Basic Travel Information
Country: Somalia
Capital: Mogadishu
Currency: Somali Shilling (SOS)
Language: Somali, Arabic
Time Zone: UTC +3
Capital: Mogadishu
Currency: Somali Shilling (SOS)
Language: Somali, Arabic
Time Zone: UTC +3
Required Documents
- Valid Qatari passport (valid for at least six months beyond the date of arrival)
- Passport-sized photographs
- Proof of accommodation
- Return or onward travel ticket
- Proof of sufficient financial means
- Travel itinerary
- Travel medical insurance (recommended)
- Approved eVisa confirmation (printed or digital)
- Completed online application
- eVisa fee payment receipt
Visa Processing
Entry Type: Tourism / Business / Family Visit
Visa Requirement: eVisa required prior to travel
Processing Time: Typically 3–10 working days
Permitted Stay: As determined by Somalia immigration authorities
Visa Requirement: eVisa required prior to travel
Processing Time: Typically 3–10 working days
Permitted Stay: As determined by Somalia immigration authorities
Travel Tips
• Ensure your Qatari passport is valid for at least six months beyond your arrival date in Somalia.
• Carry proof of accommodation, sufficient financial means, and your return or onward ticket.
• Keep printed and digital copies of your travel documents throughout your stay.
• Complete your eVisa application online before departure and carry the approval confirmation with you.
• Register your trip details and note the contact information for consular assistance in Mogadishu.
• Carry proof of accommodation, sufficient financial means, and your return or onward ticket.
• Keep printed and digital copies of your travel documents throughout your stay.
• Complete your eVisa application online before departure and carry the approval confirmation with you.
• Register your trip details and note the contact information for consular assistance in Mogadishu.
Main Entry Points
• Aden Adde International Airport (MGQ), Mogadishu
• Hargeisa Egal International Airport (HGA)
• Hargeisa Egal International Airport (HGA)
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