The earliest a visa may be sought is one month before the desired travel date to Somalia. Therefore, it is advised that all visa applications be filed ten days before departure to give enough time for visa processing.

Indian nationals can obtain single and multiple entry visas through the Federal Republic of Somalia’s embassy. Unlike single-entry visas, which are only good for three to six months, multiple-entry visas are valid for up to one year.

The type of entry that is allowed must be carefully considered. For example, the bearer of a visa with a single entrance restriction may only enter and exit Somalia once; however, a visa with multiple entry restrictions may permit many entries and exits.

Yes, the Immigration Division will stamp the original passport with the visa. Therefore, the passport must have two empty pages. Also required is that your passport be valid for not less than a six-month period after the intended stay.

The typical processing time for visa applications is 3 to 5 business days.