Netherlands to Somalia visa requirements

Yes, a Netherlands ordinary passport holder needs a visa for Somalia. Since 1 September 2025 it is a mandatory eVisa (eTAS) obtained online before travel — there is no visa-on-arrival and embassies no longer issue stickers. Somalia is not a visa-free or visa-on-arrival destination for Dutch citizens. As of the entry into force of the Immigration & Citizenship Agency's electronic Travel Authorization System (eTAS) on 1 September 2025, all foreign visitors — including Netherlands ordinary passport holders — must apply for and receive an approved eVisa online before boarding. The standard tourist eVisa is single-entry, allows a stay of up to 30 days, and the eVisa approval must be valid at the time of entry (entry typically required within roughly 90 days of issue). The fee is about USD 65, paid online by card, with processing usually taking 3 to 7 business days. The passport must be valid for at least six months from the date of entry. Travelers should apply only through the official Somali government portal (etas.gov.so / evisa.gov.so) to avoid third-party overcharging or fraud, and should be aware of separate, stricter entry and travel-advisory considerations for Somaliland and for security across the country.