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Somalia Tourism Visa for Pakistani Passport (with US Visa Held)
Last updated: 1 Nov 2026
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You need a Tourist e-Visa / eTAS
Eligibility can depend on your full travel profile and may change. Always verify with official sources before you travel.
Visa Required
Yes
E-Visa
Yes
On Arrival
No
Insurance
Recommended
Health
Yellow fever certificate if arriving from endemic area
Visa fee
USD 60
Visa Status & Eligibility
Visa required
Pakistani passport holders must obtain a Somalia e-Visa / eTAS online at evisa.gov.so before travel; visa on arrival is not available for Pakistani ordinary passports
Visa exemption
Pakistani passport holders must obtain a Somalia e-Visa / eTAS online at evisa.gov.so before travel; visa on arrival is not available for Pakistani ordinary passports
Application notes
- Pakistani passport holders must obtain a Somalia e-Visa / eTAS online at evisa.gov.so before travel; visa on arrival is not available for Pakistani ordinary passports
- Use only the official e-Visa portal — do not rely on unofficial third-party sites
- Visa on Arrival: No — pre-travel e-Visa approval is required; airport fee payment or stamping after approval is not visa-on-arrival
Application Process
- 1
Step 1
Apply on the official portal (evisa.gov.so) before departure
- 2
Step 2
Upload passport, photo, and supporting travel documents as required
- 3
Step 3
Print or save the approved e-Visa and travel within its validity period
Step 1
Apply on the official portal (evisa.gov.so) before departure
Step 2
Upload passport, photo, and supporting travel documents as required
Step 3
Print or save the approved e-Visa and travel within its validity period
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Application documents
- Valid Pakistani passport with at least six months remaining validity and at least one blank page
- Recent passport-style digital photograph or selfie following official guidelines
- Letter of invitation from a local host or hotel containing the official sponsor code
- Proof of onward or return travel ticket
- Proof of accommodation or intended address in Somalia
- Proof of sufficient funds for the stay
Health Requirements
Health Requirements
MedicalYellow fever vaccination certificate is required if arriving from an endemic country
Destination at a glance
Capital
Mogadishu
Continent
Africa
Currency
Shilling (SOS)
Phone code
+252
Language
Somali
Exchange rate
1 SOS = 0.4846 PKR
Currency converter
LivePKR
48.46
USD
0.18
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Frequently asked questions
Does a valid US visa change the Somalia visa requirement for Pakistani passport holders?▾
Apply online for the Tourist e-Visa / eTAS before travel — Single Entry Tourist e-Visa: USD 60
Where can I apply for a Somali visa online?▾
Applications must be submitted digitally through the official government eTAS portal at etas.gov.so
What is required to complete the sponsor section on the portal?▾
You must provide a valid sponsor code or official invitation letter issued by a registered local host, hotel, or tour operator in Somalia
Are there separate immigration rules for Somaliland?▾
Yes, Somaliland operates an independent immigration authority and issues separate entry authorizations distinct from federal Somali visas