Somalia entry requirements for Malta passport holders
Entry requirements
| Requirement | Details | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Visa on arrival Visa on arrival | Get your visa at Mogadishu Aden Adde International Airport or Hargeisa Egal International Airport. Have $50–$100 USD in cash ready — the visa counter does not take cards. You'll fill in a short form and hand over your passport; the process takes about 10 minutes. | Required |
| Valid passport Passport validity | Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended departure date from Somalia. Airlines check this at check-in — if your passport expires sooner, you will be denied boarding. | Required |
| Return or onward ticket Return ticket | Immigration officers at Mogadishu airport ask for a confirmed onward or return ticket. Have a printed copy or a screenshot of your booking ready — they do not accept verbal itineraries. | Required |
| Proof of accommodation Hotel booking | Carry a printed hotel reservation or a letter of invitation from your host in Somalia. Immigration may ask where you are staying — having a confirmed address speeds things up. | Recommended |
| Proof of funds Sufficient funds | Have at least $200 USD in cash or a bank statement showing you can cover your stay. Somalia is a cash economy — credit cards are rarely accepted outside major hotels. | Recommended |
Staying longer & fees
Visa options if you want to stay beyond the free limit:
Apply in advance at Somali embassy; may allow longer stay than VoA.
Requires invitation letter from Somali sponsor.
| Service | Cost |
|---|---|
| Visa on Arrival (single entry)Standard fee for Malta passport holders upon arrival at Mogadishu airport. | $60 USD (approx. €55) |
| Overstay fine per dayCharged for each day over the allowed stay; no maximum cap specified. | $50 USD per day |
Common reasons for entry denial
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Transiting through Somalia
Malta passport holders transiting through Somalia airports do not need a transit visa if they remain airside and have a confirmed onward ticket.
Health & vaccines for Somalia
Widespread throughout Somalia; prophylaxis recommended.
Occurs in urban and rural areas; mosquito avoidance advised.
Risk from contaminated food/water; practice safe hygiene.
High risk nationwide; CDC recommends prophylaxis such as atovaquone-proguanil or doxycycline.
Based on CDC and WHO guidance. Consult a travel medicine clinic 4–6 weeks before departure for personalised advice.
Immigration offices for extensions
Main office for visa extensions and permits; bring passport and photos.
Separate jurisdiction for Somaliland region; visas may differ.