Tanzania to Somalia visa requirements
Tanzania passport holders are eligible for a visa on arrival in Somalia; no eTAS required in advance.
Last verified: 2026-03-11
At a glance
What Tanzania travellers need to know
If you hold a Tanzania passport and plan to visit Somalia for tourism, current guidance indicates you need visa on arrival.
Tanzania passport holders are eligible for a visa on arrival in Somalia; no eTAS required in advance.
Typical stay guidance: Permitted stay endorsed by immigration at entry.
Passport rule: Passport valid for at least 6 months from date of entry.
Health note: Yellow fever vaccination certificate required if arriving from a yellow fever endemic country.
Somalia is exempt from eTAS for Tanzania citizens; visa on arrival applies. Security conditions in Somalia may affect travel; check travel advisories before departure.
Rules change. Cross-check the official sources listed below and your airline’s document checks before you fly from Tanzania to Somalia.
Entry requirements
- Somalia's Immigration and Citizenship Agency (AIC) lists Tanzania among countries whose citizens can obtain a visa on arrival at Somali ports of entry.
- Other nationals (e.g. Kenya, Rwanda) must obtain an eTAS/eVisa before travel; Tanzania is exempt from this requirement.
- Carry a valid passport (6+ months), return/onward ticket, proof of accommodation, and sufficient funds; yellow fever certificate required if arriving from endemic area.
- Length of stay and conditions are determined by Somali immigration at the border.
Stay
Permitted stay endorsed by immigration at entry.
Health — Yellow fever
Yellow fever vaccination certificate required if arriving from a yellow fever endemic country.
Somalia is exempt from eTAS for Tanzania citizens; visa on arrival applies. Security conditions in Somalia may affect travel; check travel advisories before departure.
How to prepare (Tanzania → Somalia)
- 1
Confirm Tanzania passport holders still qualify for visa on arrival in Somalia.
- 2
Prepare the VOA fee in the currency accepted at your arrival airport.
- 3
Pack passport photos, return ticket, hotel booking, and proof of funds.
- 4
Complete any arrival card or health form before landing when available.
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Keep the VOA receipt with your passport for the rest of your trip.
Documents checklist
- Valid Tanzania passport (check validity rules above)
- Return or onward ticket
- Proof of accommodation in Somalia
- Proof of funds: Proof of sufficient funds for the stay.
- Onward travel: Return or onward ticket required.
- Yellow fever certificate if required for your routing
- Travel insurance (recommended)
Frequently asked questions
Do Tanzania citizens need a visa for Somalia?
Based on Tsavaro’s last verification (2026-03-11), Tanzania travellers need visa on arrival for tourism to Somalia. Tanzania passport holders are eligible for a visa on arrival in Somalia; no eTAS required in advance.
How long can I stay in Somalia on a Tanzania passport?
Permitted stay endorsed by immigration at entry.
What documents should Tanzania travellers carry to Somalia?
At minimum: a valid passport, return/onward ticket, accommodation proof, and funds. Also note: Yellow fever vaccination certificate required if arriving from a yellow fever endemic country.
Where can I verify Somalia entry rules officially?
Start with: Somalia AIC — Visa on Arrival (Tanzania listed among eligible nationalities); Somalia Immigration & Citizenship Agency — Visa information; UK Government travel advice — Somalia entry requirements. Requirements can change without notice.
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Sources
- Somalia AIC — Visa on Arrival (Tanzania listed among eligible nationalities)
- Somalia Immigration & Citizenship Agency — Visa information
- UK Government travel advice — Somalia 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.