Somalia visa for South African citizens

For citizens of Somalia planning a journey to South Africa, a visa is indeed a mandatory requirement, with a variety of options including tourist, business, work, and student visas available to accommodate diverse travel purposes. While the typical stay duration for a tourist visa can extend up to 90 days, it's important to factor in the visa application cost, which can vary. Navigating the roughly 3,600 miles between Mogadishu and Johannesburg will likely involve a connecting flight, so familiarize yourself with the South African Rand (ZAR) as the local currency before departure.

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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Available at Bosaso, Galcaio, and Mogadishu airports.

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