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Indonesia to Somalia visa requirements

Indonesian ordinary passport holders need an eVisa to enter Somalia. Since 1 September 2025, Somalia requires all foreign travelers to obtain an electronic visa (eTAS) online before departure via the official portal etas.gov.so. There is no visa-free or visa-on-arrival entry. Somalia operates a mandatory electronic visa system (eTAS), introduced by the Federal Government of Somalia on 1 September 2025 and consolidated under the Immigration & Citizenship Agency (ICA) at etas.gov.so (replacing the older evisa.gov.so site). All foreign nationals, including Indonesian ordinary passport holders, must apply and receive approval online before travelling; the previous in-person and on-arrival channels have been phased out. For a short tourist visit, the standard product is a single-entry tourist eVisa with a fee of around USD 65, processing of roughly 3-7 working days, validity of 90 days from issue, and a permitted stay of up to 30 days. Applicants must hold a passport valid for at least 6 months beyond arrival, upload a passport bio-page scan and a photo/selfie, and provide accommodation and contact details. Travelers should be aware that Somalia carries serious security risks; many governments, including Indonesia, advise against travel to large parts of the country, so the eVisa is an entry permit and not a safety endorsement.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMSINGLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30
For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30
Visa type
Electronic visa (eTAS tourist eVisa)
Maximum stay
Up to 30 days per entry
per entry
Entries
Single entry
from issue date
Visa fee
USD 65 (paid online by card)
consular fee only
Processing time
3-7 working days (standard)
standard track
Validity
90 days from issue to enter
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm passport validity
Ensure your Indonesian ordinary passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended arrival date in Somalia and has a blank page.
· 6 months validity· Indonesian ordinary passport
/02
Open the official eTAS portal
Go to the official Somalia eTAS portal at etas.gov.so. Avoid third-party agents that charge inflated fees; the government portal is the only authoritative channel.
· etas.gov.so· Official portal only
/03
Complete the online application
Fill in personal and passport details, purpose of travel (tourism), accommodation address and contact details in Somalia.
· Tourism purpose· Accommodation details
/04
Upload documents
Upload a clear scan of your passport bio-page and a recent passport-style photo or selfie as required by the form.
· Passport bio-page· Photo/selfie
/05
Pay the fee online
Pay the USD 65 visa fee using an international debit or credit card through the portal's secure payment page.
· USD 65· Card payment
/06
Receive approval and travel
Wait 3-7 working days for the approval emailed to you, print or save it, and present the approved eVisa with your passport on arrival.
· Email approval· Present on arrival
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

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RequiredIndonesian ordinary passport valid 6+ months beyond arrival
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredAt least one blank passport page
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredApproved Somalia eTAS eVisa (printed or digital)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredClear scan of passport bio-page
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredRecent passport photo or selfie
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
required
RequiredConfirmed accommodation address in Somalia
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredInternational debit/credit card for the USD 65 fee
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedReturn or onward ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
recommended
RecommendedTravel/medical insurance covering high-risk areas
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RecommendedReview government security advisories before booking
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RequiredOfficial application form or online application
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
Use the current form from the official or designated application channel.
RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary
Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it
Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.
RecommendedTravel medical insurance
Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates
Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.
Application link included: Immigration & Citizenship Agency of Somalia (ICA) - Visa
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
eTAS tourist eVisa feeUSD 65Standard single-entry tourist eVisa, paid online by card
Payment processing/card feeUSD 0-3Bank or card foreign-transaction charge may apply
Fast-track / sponsored processingVariesOptional expedited handling via licensed sponsors; not required
Total estimateUSD 65USD 68incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Fast-track processing
1-2 working days
Expedited handling via licensed sponsors at additional cost
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Mandatory eTAS system since September 2025
Somalia introduced a mandatory electronic visa (eTAS) for all foreign travelers effective 1 September 2025, removing prior in-person and on-arrival options.
High
/02
Indonesia not on any visa-waiver list
Somalia has no visa-free or visa-on-arrival arrangement with Indonesia, so an eVisa is required before travel.
High
/03
Pre-approval required before boarding
Airlines and immigration require an approved eTAS on arrival; travelers without it can be denied boarding or entry.
High
/04
Single-entry, short-stay design
The standard tourist eVisa permits one entry and a 30-day stay, suited to short visits rather than long or multiple trips.
Medium
/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01
Immigration
Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.
/02
Customs
Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.
/03
Connectivity
Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.
/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024
2026-05-30 · major
Indonesia to Somalia route verified
Verified against the Somali Immigration & Citizenship Agency (etas.gov.so) and Somali embassy guidance: mandatory eTAS eVisa since 1 Sept 2025; single-entry tourist eVisa, USD 65, 30-day stay, 90-day validity, 3-7 working days processing.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can Indonesian citizens get a Somalia visa on arrival?
No. Since 1 September 2025, visa on arrival has been discontinued. All foreign travelers, including Indonesians, must obtain an eTAS eVisa online before departure.
How much does the Somalia eVisa cost?+
How long can I stay in Somalia on a tourist eVisa?+
How long does processing take?+
Which website is the official one?+
Is it safe to travel to Somalia as a tourist?+
/11 — Passport tools

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