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    🇿🇦 South Africa

    Somalia eVisa for South African Citizens

    South African citizens are required to obtain an eVisa before entering Somalia. SomaliaVisa supports applicants across South Africa with a simple online process and specialist document checks.

    Start your application — £66
    Key Details

    What South African travellers need to know

    Processing Time

    Most applications are reviewed and submitted within 24–72 hours of receiving your complete documents. Express (5-6hr) processing is also available.

    Visa Fee

    £66, all-inclusive — covers the official government eTAS fee and our specialist service. No hidden charges.

    Validity

    Single or multiple-entry options available, valid for up to 180 days from the date of issue.

    Requirements

    Documents South African citizens need

    • A valid passport with at least 6 months' validity remaining from your travel date
    • A recent passport-style photo on a plain, light-coloured background
    • A clear scanned copy of your passport's bio-data page
    • Your planned travel (arrival) date
    • A sponsor document, if applying as a foreign (Ajnabi) national
    • A valid email address to receive your approved eVisa
    South Africa

    Helping you travel with confidence

    We help travellers from South Africa's Somali business and diaspora communities prepare complete applications quickly.

    FAQ

    South Africa — Frequently Asked Questions

    Do South African citizens need a visa for Somalia?

    Yes. South African passport holders must obtain an approved eVisa before travelling to Somalia. SomaliaVisa helps you prepare and submit this application online.

    How long does processing take?

    Most applications are reviewed by our specialists and submitted to the official Somalia eTAS portal within 24–72 hours of receiving your complete documents. A 5-6 hour Express option is also available for urgent travel.

    What does the £66 fee cover?

    The £66 fee is all-inclusive: it covers the official government eTAS fee as well as our specialist review, document checks, and submission service. No hidden charges.

    Can I apply from South Africa?

    Yes. The application is completed entirely online, so you can apply from anywhere in South Africa (or abroad), regardless of your departure location.

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    Start your Somalia eVisa application today. It takes less than five minutes and our team will handle the rest.

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