Somalia Tourist Visa for Egyptians
| Entry | e-Visa (online) |
|---|---|
| Visa type | Somalia Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTAS) – tourism/visit, single entry |
| Processing time | Not officially confirmed. Estimates in secondary sources range from 3 to 10 working days. Applying 4–6 weeks in advance is recommended because of the sponsorship letter requirement. |
| Length of stay | Determined at application according to purpose, usually up to 30 days (secondary source) |
| Validity | Single entry. You must enter Somalia within 180 days of the arrival date stated in the application (secondary source). |
| Service price | EGP 6,000 |
| Last reviewed | 2026-10-21 |
Documents required
- Egyptian passport valid for at least 6 months from the expected arrival date in Somalia, with at least one blank page
- Recent digital passport-style photo (or a selfie)
- Scanned copy of the passport data page
- Invitation/sponsorship letter from a host organisation or person in Somalia, with a sponsor code (for non-Somali-origin foreigners; secondary source)
- Hotel booking or residence address and contact details in Somalia
- Return flight ticket or itinerary
- Active email address to receive the approval
- Credit or debit card that supports international online payments
- Yellow fever vaccination certificate (required according to a secondary source; recommended to carry)
How to apply from Egypt
- Apply through the official portal at https://etas.gov.so (Somali Immigration and Citizenship Agency). There is no need to visit the Somali embassy in Cairo. Beware of unofficial intermediary websites.
- Obtain an invitation/sponsorship letter from a host, hotel or licensed travel company in Somalia, including the sponsor code
- Create an account, enter passport, travel and accommodation details, and upload the required documents
- Pay the fees online by card
- Track the application status on the portal's tracking page (the agency does not commit to sending notifications), then download and print the approval
- Carry printed and digital copies of the approval and show them at airport check-in and at immigration in Mogadishu
FAQ
Do Egyptians need a visa for Somalia?Yes — e-Visa (online).How long does the Somalia Tourist Visa take?Not officially confirmed. Estimates in secondary sources range from 3 to 10 working days. Applying 4–6 weeks in advance is recommended because of the sponsorship letter requirement.How much is the Somalia Tourist Visa?Our service starts from EGP 6,000.What documents do I need for the Somalia Tourist Visa?Egyptian passport valid for at least 6 months from the expected arrival date in Somalia, with at least one blank page; Recent digital passport-style photo (or a selfie); Scanned copy of the passport data page; Invitation/sponsorship letter from a host organisation or person in Somalia, with a sponsor code (for non-Somali-origin foreigners; secondary source); Hotel booking or residence address and contact details in Somalia; Return flight ticket or itinerary; Active email address to receive the approval; Credit or debit card that supports international online payments.Where can I apply for the Somalia Tourist Visa in Egypt?Online on the Panama Jack website or at our office, 51 Ahmed Orabi St, Mohandessin, Giza — we prepare the file and follow it up until the visa is issued.
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