Somalia 
Central African Republic Somali passport holders must obtain a Central African Republic (CAR) visa before travel; apply through a CAR embassy or consulate.
Last verified: 2026-03-11
At a glance
Entry requirements
- CAR requires Somali citizens to obtain a visa in advance; visas are not issued at ports of entry.
- Apply through the nearest CAR embassy or consulate; the Embassy in France (paris.diplomatie.gouv.cf) provides short-stay and long-stay visa procedures.
- Typical supporting documents: valid passport (6+ months), 2 passport photos, flight ticket, proof of accommodation or invitation letter.
- Short-stay visas may cover 1–30 days, 30–45 days, or 45–90 days depending on the visa type issued.
Stay
Permitted stay depends on the visa type issued (e.g., 30, 45, or 90 days).
Passport
Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from arrival.
Health — Yellow fever
Yellow fever vaccination certificate required for all arriving travelers aged 9 months and older.
CAR has limited diplomatic presence; confirm the correct CAR mission for Somalia residents and the latest requirements/fees before booking. Security conditions in CAR may affect travel; check travel advisories.
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Sources
- Central African Republic Ministry of Foreign Affairs — Visa Information
- Embassy of the Central African Republic in France — Short-stay visa instructions
- UK Government travel advice — Central African Republic entry requirements
Important
This tool is for guidance only and may be incomplete or out of date. Always confirm with official government sources and your airline before you travel.