Africa

Somalia

A visa is required; a one-month single-entry visa may be requested at Mogadishu for USD 60 cash.

✓ Reviewed by TripminuteFrench passport · tourism · short stayInformation reviewed on August 9, 2026

The 30-second summary

DocumentPassport and Somali visa; separate procedures apply to Somaliland.

EntryVisa required

A visa is required; a one-month single-entry visa may be requested at Mogadishu for USD 60 cash.

DurationOne month for the visa on arrival, subject to the authorities’ decision.

Key warningAlmost the entire country is formally advised against; Hargeisa, Berbera and the road between them are advised against except for essential travel.

Before you book

This block covers the standard case stated above. If your situation differs, open the consular source directly.

Document

Passport and Somali visa; separate procedures apply to Somaliland.

Entry

A visa is required; a one-month single-entry visa may be requested at Mogadishu for USD 60 cash.

Duration

One month for the visa on arrival, subject to the authorities’ decision.

Vaccines and health

Recommendations depend on age, health, stopovers, regions and season.

A travel medicine consultation is important: yellow fever, malaria and recommended vaccines depend on the country, transit and itinerary.

Check yellow fever certificate rules based on origin, transit and areas visited.
Assess malaria prevention, hepatitis A, typhoid, rabies and meningitis according to the trip.
Seek advice several weeks before departure and use strict mosquito protection.

Driving locally

An international driving permit is a translation: it never replaces your valid French licence.

Rules vary by province or stay length. Check the official summary before renting a vehicle.

Service-Public · international permit ↗

Documents to prepare

Required identity document and a separate copy
Authorisation, visa or QR code available offline
Return ticket and first accommodation address
Medical insurance and assistance number
Prescriptions and medicines in original packaging
French licence and any required supporting permit

What can change the answer

Dual nationality or residence permitTransit through border controlMinor travelling alone or with one parentWork, internship, volunteering or a longer stayEmergency, damaged or nearly expired passportControlled medication or specialist equipment

Frequently asked questions

Is a visa or authorisation required?

A visa is required; a one-month single-entry visa may be requested at Mogadishu for USD 60 cash.

Which vaccines should I consider?

A travel medicine consultation is important: yellow fever, malaria and recommended vaccines depend on the country, transit and itinerary.

Is a French driving licence sufficient?

Rules vary by province or stay length. Check the official summary before renting a vehicle.

When should this information be checked again?

Check once before any non-refundable purchase, then again 48 to 72 hours before departure. The destination authorities and carrier retain the final say.