Somalia visa for Beninese citizens

For Benin passport holders planning a journey to Somalia, securing an e-visa is a streamlined process, allowing for a maximum stay of 30 days with three distinct tourist visa types available. Direct flights from West Africa are generally unavailable; travelers from Cotonou will typically endure a journey often exceeding 15 hours, connecting through major East African or Middle Eastern hubs before reaching Mogadishu. Upon arrival, visitors will encounter a unique cultural landscape and logistical considerations in a nation actively rebuilding and defining its future after decades of complex conflict, a context profoundly shaping the local experience.

eVisa30d stay· verified 2026-05-27
Electronic Travel Authorization System (eTAS)
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Entry requirements

Passport validity
6+ months
Onward ticket
Required

Visa options

TransitTransit Visa
BusinessBusiness Visa
TouristTourism Visa
WorkWork Permit
StudentEducation and Research Visa
OtherTemporary Residence Visa
OtherPermanent Residence Visa
OtherVisa on Arrival (Entry Visa - All Purposes)
valid 14d
OtherElectronic Travel Authorization (eTAS - Single Entry)
valid 6mo
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