New Zealand visa for Somali citizens

New Zealand passport holders can enter Somalia by obtaining an e-visa, which allows for a maximum stay of 30 days and is available for tourist purposes, with three specific types to choose from. While flights often transit through hubs like Addis Ababa or Dubai, be prepared for potential currency exchange nuances with the Somali Shilling and consider the significant time zone difference from Wellington. For your 30-day adventure, remember that the e-visa application process is designed to be streamlined, costing approximately $100 USD.

Visa required· verified 2026-05-27

Entry requirements

Onward ticket
Required
Funds proof
Required

Visa options

TouristVisitor Visa
270dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
TouristVisitor Visa (Single-entry, up to 9 months)
270dvalid 9mo
Apply
TouristNew Zealand Electronic Travel Authority (NZeTA – Visitor)
90dmultiple-entryvalid 2y
Apply
TransitTransit Visa
0d
Apply
TransitNZeTA (Transit)
0dmultiple-entryvalid 2y
Apply
StudentStudent Visa
multiple-entry
Apply
Working HolidayWorking Holiday Visa
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
Working HolidayWorking Holiday Visa (Some partner countries – 23 months)
690dmultiple-entryvalid 2y
Apply
WorkAccredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV)
multiple-entry
Apply
WorkRecognised Seasonal Employer (RSE) Limited Visa
Apply
WorkSpecific Purpose or Event Visa
multiple-entry
Apply
WorkPost‑Study Work Visa
multiple-entry
Apply
WorkTalent (Accredited Employer) Work Visa (legacy category)
multiple-entry
Apply
WorkEntrepreneur Work Visa
1460dmultiple-entryvalid 4y
Apply
FamilyPartner of a New Zealander Work Visa (temporary)
multiple-entry
Apply
FamilyPartner of Worker Work Visa (temporary)
multiple-entry
Apply
FamilyDependent Child Student Visa (temporary)
multiple-entry
Apply
FamilyCulturally Arranged Marriage Visitor Visa
90dvalid 3mo
Apply
FamilyGuardian of a Student Visitor Visa
multiple-entry
Apply
MedicalMedical Treatment Visitor Visa
Apply
HumanitarianRefugee Family Support Category (Residence) – Temporary entry phase
Apply
OtherSkilled Migrant Category Resident Visa
0dmultiple-entry
Apply
OtherStraight to Residence Visa
0dmultiple-entry
Apply
OtherCare Workforce Work to Residence Visa
0dmultiple-entry
Apply
OtherGreen List Work to Residence Visa
0dmultiple-entry
Apply
InvestorEntrepreneur Residence Visa
0dmultiple-entry
Apply
InvestorActive Investor Plus Visa (Residence)
0dmultiple-entry
Apply
FamilyParent Category Resident Visa
0dmultiple-entry
Apply
RetirementParent Retirement Resident Visa
0dmultiple-entry
Apply
RetirementTemporary Retirement Visitor Visa
730dmultiple-entryvalid 2y
Apply
FamilyPartner of a New Zealander Resident Visa
0dmultiple-entry
Apply
FamilyDependent Child Resident Visa
0dmultiple-entry
Apply
HumanitarianRefugee Quota Family Reunification Resident Visa
0dmultiple-entry
Apply
OtherPermanent Resident Visa
0dmultiple-entry
Apply
OtherResident Visa (general class description)
0dmultiple-entry
Apply

Somali passports not recognized. NZ Certificate of Identity or other national passport required.

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