Visa Free Countries for Somalis

Benin is home to about 20 diverse ethnic groups, breathtaking landscapes and the most beautiful carved wood masks in the world.

• Somalia citizens travelling to Benin with the intention to stay for 90 days or less do not require a visa.
• Visitors are required to possess a valid passport for six months with at least one blank page for visa stamps.
• Passport should be valid for six months beyond your departure date from Benin.
  
• Passport photographs must meet the Consulate of Benin’s requirement which means that photographs must be recent with a size 2 x 2, a coloured type, taken from a visitor’s front view and with a plain or white background.
• Visitors must also have in possession, a valid (International certificate of vaccination for Yellow Fever and Cholera followed with Malaria protection which is not required but recommended.
• Visitors must hold proof of sufficient funds and onward/return travel tickets.
• Benin is a tropical nation highly dependent on agriculture and is a large exporter of cotton and palm oil.
• The majority of the Benin population lives on the small southern coastline of the Bight of Benin, part of the Gulf of Guinea in the northernmost tropical portion of the Atlantic.
• Benin has two rainy and two dry seasons. The principal rainy season is from April to late July, with a shorter less intense rainy period from late September to November. The main dry season is from December to April, with a short cooler dry season from late July to early September. 
• The official language of Benin is French. However, indigenous languages such as Fon and Yoruba are commonly spoken.
• The largest religious group in Benin is Roman Catholicism followed closely by Islam, Vodun and Protestantism. 
• The Benin citizens are known for their Religious Syncretism (the act of practising the combination of elements from the Christian and voodoo religion).
• Transportation within Benin is made by road, rail, water and air.
• The Benin Republic uses the West African Standard time (GMT+1) thus, Somalia is 2 hours ahead of Benin.
• The crime rate is low and most disputes are resolved by local leaders. Only a few civilians have access to guns.
• The estimated flight time from Mogadishu, Somalia to Cotonou, Benin is 6 hours, 27 minutes.
• Greeting people properly is considered the most important social norm in Benin, therefore, it is appropriate to shake the hand of each person present upon entering or leaving a place. People who are well acquainted may greet each other by kissing on the cheek.
• Public displays of affection between members of the opposite sex are discouraged but men frequently walk together holding hands.
• Offering food and drink to visitors is a key element of hospitality and to refuse is considered rude to the Benin people.
• Many people in Benin eat with the fingers of the right hand. It is considered bad taste to eat with the left hand or offer another person something with the same hand.
• The basic meal is staple starch eaten with a sauce that contains vegetables and meat or fish. 
• Food is prepared at least twice a day- at midday and in the evening. The morning meal may consist of warmed-up leftovers from the previous evening's meal or food purchased from roadside vendors.
• One of the most beautiful spots for a drink is the terrace of the pub in Haie Vive, which serves as one of the biggest expat hangouts in town. 
• Benin is known to play a key role in the development of the African slave trade and also recognised to be the birthplace of the voodoo arts. These two ingredients are just a small part of the recipe that makes the complex and rich history of the African nation.
• Although, the nation is relatively small and has only a few large cities but Benin provides travellers or visitors with museums, wonderful architecture and markets in abundance for exploration.
• The Benin Republic also has many recreational sites for visitors’ pleasure, especially for nightlife activities.

Ethiopia is the second-most populous nation in Africa, full of vibrant and colourful festivals and is home to the first cup of coffee.

• Somalia citizens travelling to Ethiopia are not required to apply for a visa for a duration of stay up to 30 days.
• Visitors are required to present a copy of a filled visa application form at the point of entry.
• Passports of Somalia citizens entering Ethiopia must be valid for at least 6 months.
• The passport photograph of each visitor is required to be a recent photograph with a size of 37mmX37mm.
• Departure tax would be levied on visitors staying beyond the duration of stay and leaving the country.
• Standard travel documents like passport or a national ID card will generally be required from visitors to visit Ethiopia.
• For Ethiopia, there are two associated plug types, types C and F. The country operates on a 220V supply voltage and 50Hz.
• Ethiopia's time zone is the East Africa Time (GMT+3) therefore, there is no time difference between Somalia and Ethiopia.
• Djibouti citizens aged from one year and above are required to show proof of Yellow Fever Vaccination.
• Visitors are only allowed to hold one litre of alcoholic drinks, two bottles or half a litre of perfume, half a pound of tobacco, 100 cigarettes or 50 cigars for adults only and souvenirs up to a value of ETP 10 on entry.
• Visitors are allowed to hold goods bought in Ethiopia up to a value of ETP 500 at departure. 
• Visitors are allowed to hold animal hides and skins and any type of antiques such as swords, bibles etc provided they have a certificate of export for such goods.
• Cats and dogs must be accompanied by a certificate of good health issued by a veterinarian in the home country.
• The estimated flight time from Mogadishu, Somalia to Addis Ababa, Ethiopia is 1 hour, 49 minutes.
• Visitors are allowed to hold local currency up to ETP 100 per person but there are no restrictions on importing foreign currencies provided the imported sums are declared to the customs on arrival. 
• Foreign currency may be exchanged only through authorized banks and organizations within the country.
• Ethiopia is known to be the most populous landlocked country in the world and also the second-most populous nation in Africa.
• The nation is full of natural contrasting lands with its western region known for its vast forests, numerous rivers not excluding the world's hottest settlement of Dallol in its north. 
• Ethiopia uses the ancient Ge’ez script- one of the oldest alphabets still in existence.
• The Ethiopian calendar is known to be approximately seven years and three months behind the Gregorian calendar.
• Ethiopia is a multilingual nation with around 80 ethnolinguistic groups with Oromo, Amhara, Somali and Tigrayans as the largest.
• The skull of the hominid (ancestors of the homo Erectus) is said to have been discovered in Ethiopia by Tim D. White. The most well known hominid discovery is Australopithecus afarensis.
• The predominant climate type is tropical monsoon with a wide topographic-induced variation in its other regions.
• Ethiopia is a global centre of avian diversity with a population of more than 856 bird species twenty of which can not found anywhere else in the world.
• English and Italian is the most widely spoken foreign language and is the medium of instruction in schools but most Ethiopians speak Afroasiatic languages of the Cushitic or Semitic branches.
• The Ethiopian is one of the first countries in the world to officially adopt Christianity as its national religion.
• The best-known Ethiopian cuisine consists of various types of thick meat stews known as wat in Ethiopian culture and vegetable side dishes served atop injera, a large sourdough flatbread made of teff flour.
• Ethiopians popularly eat from the same dish with a group of people and it is widely cuturally acceptable for each person in a group to feed others with their own hands.
• Traditional Ethiopian cuisine employs no pork or shellfish of any kind as they are forbidden in the Ethiopian Orthodox Christian, Islamic and Jewish faiths practised in the country.

Malaysia is a country in south eastern Asia. It is the 44th most populated country in world having a population of over 30 million people. It has its...

• According to the Malaysian visa policy, Somalia citizens can make a visit without applying for a visa for a stay up to 30 days
• At least one passport page of visitors will be required for entry stamps 
• Somalia citizens are not required to provide any certificate of vaccination to visit Malaysia
• Passport of citizens must be valid for six months beyond the date of arrival
• Travellers are allowed free export of moderate amounts of tobacco products and alcoholic drinks.
• Children aged 15 years old and younger may be added to the passport of an adult in their company.
• Entry is denied to foreign women in a late stage of pregnancy (six months or more)
• Travellers are required to pay an Airport tax at the charge of MYR 45.
• Travellers must have enough money (at least USD 500) as well as onward or return tickets
• Due to the outbreak of swine flu, all travellers to Malaysia are required to fill in a health declaration form handed over by the airlines during the flight.
• Visitors are only allowed to possess currencies up to the equivalent on of $10,000 entry and at departure
• The estimated flight time from Mogadishu, Somalia to Malaysia is 8 hours, 20 minutes.
• Malaysia is on the Malaysian Time zone  (GMT+8) placing Malaysia 5 hours ahead of Somalia.
• Malaysia is the 66th largest country by land area and It has land borders with Thailand in West Malaysia, and Indonesia and Brunei in East Malaysia.
• The Malaysia My Second Home programme that allows foreigners to live in the country on a long-stay visa for up to 10 years has made Malaysia listed as one of the best places to retire to in the world.
• The country has the highest numbers of women working in the banking industry.
• Malaysia is ranked 19th in the world for its quality roads, quality of port infrastructure and quality of air transport infrastructure but ranked 39th in quality of electricity supply.
• The country has seven international ports, the major one being the Port Klang. 
• There are 200 industrial parks along with specialised parks such as Technology Park Malaysia and Kulim Hi-tech park.
• The telecommunication network, although strong in urban areas, is less available to the rural population.
• The major modes of transportation within Malaysia is by road and railways.
• The constitution grants freedom of religion and makes Malaysia an officially secular state while establishing Islam as the "religion of the Federation”
• The official and national language of Malaysia is Malaysian, a standardised form of the Malay language alongside the English language.
• Popular sports in Malaysia include association football, badminton, field hockey, bowls, tennis, squash, martial arts, horse riding, sailing and skateboarding.
• Malaysia is one of the world most popular for coastal tourism. Langkawi and Kedah are the most famous nature island spots in the country.

Seychelles is an archipelago of 115 islands in the Indian Ocean, off East Africa. Seychelles populated with over 96,000 people, it is known for its be...

• Somalia citizens travelling to Seychelles are required to undergo a tourist registration exercise at the embassy for a stay duration of 90 days.
• Citizens are required to provide passport valid within the duration stay upon arrival.
• Due to the outbreak of swine flu, all travellers arriving in Seychelles islands have to fill in a questionnaire upon arrival.
• Visitors must prove that they have enough money not less than USD 150 for each day, or USD 75 for each day when visiting either through a bank statement or by cash.
• Evidence of accommodation during the visit should also accompany other documents, this could be in form of hotel reservations receipts or rent tellers
• On Seychelles, the power plugs and sockets are of type G. The standard voltage is 240 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
• Seychelles uses the Seychelles Time zone (GMT+4), hence, Seychelles is 1 hour ahead of Somalia.
• The estimated flight time from Mogadishu, Somalia to Seychelles is 2 hours, 12 minutes.
• Visitors must also provide a return or onward tickets, if unable to be purchased before arrival, they must be bought on arrival.
• Importation of spear-fishing equipment, firearms, narcotics, dangerous drugs, swords, clothing of camouflage design, pornographic literature, films DVDs and any such goods is prohibited according to the law of Seychelles.
• Importation of birds is prohibited with the exception of the African Grey Parrot provided it has been a family pet for one year.
• According to the law of Seychelles, all imported animals must undergo quarantine for a 14 day-period upon arrival after which they will be granted a permit to enter Seychelles.
• Visitors are required to provide a valid plant import permit to bring all plants, seed, bulb, cuttings, or other unprocessed plant products, fruit and vegetables into Seychelles.
• Currencies up to the equivalent of 2,000 Seychelles Rupee are not allowed in and out of the country.
• Restricted goods include unprocessed coco-de-mer, live tortoises, shells and live and processed fish.
• Seychelles is classified as a tropical rain forest as the climate is humid because the islands are small and the temperature varies little throughout the year.
• In Seychelles, the coolest months are within July and August, the windy months are from May to November and this is the most pleasant time of the year. On the other hand, the hot months are from December to April while March and April are the hottest months.
• Seychelles is among the world's leading countries to protect lands for threatened species allocating 42% of its territory for conservation.
• Seychelles hosts some of the largest seabird colonies in the world, notably on the outer islands of Aldabra and Cosmoledo.
• Since the use of spearguns and dynamite for fishing was banned through efforts of local conservationists in the 1960s, the wildlife is unafraid of snorkelers and divers.
• French and English are official languages along with Seychellois Creole which is primarily based upon French.
• The papers are mostly written in Seychellois Creole, French and English.
• Most Seychellois are Christians, Hinduism is practised by 2.4%, and Islam by 1.6%. Other non-Christian faiths accounted for 1.1% of the population while a further 5.9% were non-religious or did not specify a religion.
• Seychellois society is essentially matriarchal, that is, mothers tend to be dominant in the household, controlling most expenditures and looking after the interests of the children
• Staple foods eaten in Seychelles include fish, seafood and shellfish dishes, often accompanied with rice
• Seychelles has the highest incarceration rate in the world of 799 prisoners per 100,000 population, exceeding the United States by up to 15 per cent rate.
• The country is home to numerous beaches, coral reefs and nature reserves, as well as rare animals such as giant Aldabra tortoises.
• It also has the mountain rainforests of Morne Seychellois National Park and beaches, including Beau Vallon and Anse Takamaka.

The Republic of Madagascar, has its capital as Antananarivo. It is a home to about 26,641,187 people and more than half of its wildlife is not found a...

• The citizens of Somalia intending to visit Madagascar can obtain a visa on arrival up to 90 days of stay.
• The facility for an electronic visa is opened for Somalia citizens for a duration of one month.
• Somalia citizens must possess a passport valid for the duration of visit in Madagascar.
• Visitors are required to leave at least three blank pages of their passport for visa stamps on entry.
• Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate is needed for entry into Madagascar.
• There are no currency restrictions on entry and exit from the country.
• Citizens bringing in pets are required to present a health certificate and certification of vaccination against animal diseases.
• Pets will be examined on arrival and may be subject to quarantine at the port of entry.
• Visitors are not required to pay any airport tax upon their departure from the airport.
• Visitors having arms and ammunition in their possession are required to provide a permit.
• It is prohibited to exchange currencies through black markets. This is because according to Madagascan rules, only banks and foreign exchange offices are permitted to exchange foreign currencies.
• Foreigners are only allowed to hold currencies up to MGA 400,000 worth on entry and at departure.
• In Madagascar, the power plugs and sockets are of type C, D, E, J and K. The standard voltage is 127 / 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
• Madagascar uses East Africa zone (GMT+3), hence, there is no time difference between Somalia and Madagascar.
• The estimated flight time from Mogadishu, Somalia to Madagascar is 3 hours, 32 minutes.
• Most people use taxi-brousse (old minivans seating up to 15 people) as their main form of transportation for short and long trips in Madagascar.
• Madagascar adopts the Malagasy ariary as its official currency.
• The official languages of Madagascar are Malagasy and French.
• Romazava is considered the national dish of Madagascar, the basic ingredients are beef, pork and chicken cubes, onions, tomatoes, spinach and crushed garlic.
• The nation comprises the island of Madagascar and numerous smaller peripheral islands
• Madagascar is known to be the fourth-largest planet in the world.
• Considering its vast size, Madagascar has very few railways of just 854 kilometres of track to be precise.
• Men and women wear the same cloth in Madagascar, the Lamba, a rectangular length of cloth wrapped around the body, and different designs are worn for different occasions.
• Madagascar's tourist attractions include its beaches and biodiversity; the island's endemic wildlife and forests.

Comoros is a country in East Africa with a population of less than a million where a wedding can last up to three weeks.

• To visit Comoros as a Somalian, a visa is granted upon arrival for a duration of stay up to 45 days.
• Visitors are required to possess one copy of a filled visa application form.
• Visitors must provide an original valid passport photograph that is valid at least for 45 days with one copy of a recent photograph of size 37mm by 37mm.
• Departure tax would be levied on visitors leaving the country or on visitors found to have an unlawfully extended duration of stay.
• Standard travel documents like passport and national ID card will be needed from travellers visiting Comoros.
• Somalia citizens from one year and above are required to show proof of Yellow Fever Vaccination.
• Visitors are also required to present an Invitation letter or a hotel reservation with multiple copies.
• Comoros uses the East Africa Time zone (GMT+3) hence, there is no time difference between Somalia and Comoros.
• The estimated flight time from Mogadishu, Somalia to Comoros is 2 hours, 28 minutes.
• Visitors not holding onward or return tickets will be refused entry but the ticket does not have to necessarily be for your country of origin.
• Children under the age of 21 must present written permission signed by a legal guardian or can be mentioned in the passport of an older person of the same nationality.
• Comoros actually consists of three islands and it is located north of Madagascar- this makes the country an ideal place for hiking.
• The nation’s economy is not developed, which means that nature still dominates the islands.  
• Visitors aged 18 years old and more are allowed to possess: 500 grammes of tobacco, 100 cigars or 400 cigarettes; one bottle of alcoholic drinks and one bottle of perfume.
• Prohibited goods include plants or parts of plants and soil except if an import permit is obtained from the 'Service de Agriculture' (Department of Agriculture) in the Comoro Islands along with a phytosanitary certificate issued by the home country.
• Visitors bringing in dogs and cats have to provide a health certificate and a certificate of vaccination against Rabies.
• Visitors’ luggage should be cleared at Moroni, Hahaya Aeroport International.
• Visitors are not required to pay any airport tax upon their departure from the airport.
• There are no restrictions on the possession of local currency and foreign currencies upon entry and exit.
• A vast majority of the country’s population practice Sunni Islam while few citizens of Comoros are Roman Catholic.
• The country’s climate is generally tropical and mild.
• Comoros has two major seasons are distinguishable by the degree of rain. In March, the hottest month in the rainy season which runs from December to April while the cool, dry season proceeds from May to November.
• The Comorian legal system rests on Islamic law, an inherited French legal code, and customary law.
• The major source of livelihood in the country is Agriculture, including fishing, hunting, and forestry.
• The most commonly spoken language in Comoros is Comorian with Arabic and Latin as the official writing language while French is the administrative language and the language of all non-quranic formal education.
• There are no trains or buses in Comoros, as most locals and tourists rely on rental cars and taxis for transportation.
• The country is considered as the fourth smallest country in Africa by area.
• Comoros is not a tourist-centred country but its crystalline blue waters and white sand beaches along with hundreds of fish species, shells and corals offers great opportunity for scuba diving and snorkeling with great chances of seeing large turtles, manta rays, marlin and whale sharks, among others.
• Comoros is the world’s largest producer of ylang-ylang, which is valued for the perfume extracted from its flowers.
• With fewer than a million people, Comoros is one of the least populous countries in the world.

Senegal is a country in West Africa, rich in culture and known to have taxis with goat or sheep hair tails.

• Citizens of Somalia visiting Senegal are granted a visa upon arrival for a duration of stay up to 30 days.
• Citizens are required to provide a passport valid for the duration of stay upon arrival.
• Passports of citizens must have at least a page left for visa stamps.
• All visitors must have onward towards another country or return tickets to their home country.
• Visitors are expected to provide a certificate of Yellow Fever vaccination upon arrival.
• Pet animals are allowed to enter provided they are accompanied a veterinary health certificate which is issued less than 48 hours before departure and a certificate of vaccination against rabies. 
• All visitors are not required to pay any airport tax upon departing from the airport.
• There are no restrictions on monies taken in and out of the country.
• Visitors should hold proof of sufficient funds (especially in form of a recent bank statement) relative to your intended length of stay.
• Visitors are advised to confirm with your airline that boarding will be permitted without a visa before traveling to Senegal.
• In Senegal, the power plugs and sockets are of type C, D, E and K. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
• The estimated flight time from Mogadishu, Somalia to Dakar, Senegal is 9 hours, 14 minutes.
• Senegal is on the Greenwich Mean Time zone (GMT), therefore, Somalia is 3 hours ahead of Senegal.
• French is the official language of Senegal although there are also many other native languages spoken and recognized in the country.
• Senegal has a tropical climate with pleasant heat throughout the year accompanied by well-defined dry and humid seasons that result from northeast winter winds and southwest summer winds. 
• The dry season between December to April is dominated by hot, dry, harmattan wind. while Senegal's annual rainfall occurs between June and October
• French is the official language while Wolof is considered as its lingua franca because it is widely spoken by a majority of its population.
• Senegal is a secular state but Islam is the predominant religion in the country with a Christian community that is made up of 4.1% of the population while a few people take up animist beliefs particularly in the southeastern region of the country.
• Because Senegal borders the Atlantic Ocean, fish is very important. Chicken, lamb, peas, eggs and beef are also used in Senegalese cooking, but not pork, due to the nation's largely Muslim population.
• Hospitality, in theory, is given such importance in Senegalese culture that it is widely considered to be part of the national identity.
• Wrestling is Senegal's most popular sport and has become a national obsession.

Togo is a country of 7 million people known for being one of the major slave trade centres in historic times, for its French colonial history, an...

• Citizens of Somalia visiting Togo are granted visa upon arrival for a period of at least 7 days depending embassy’s decision.
• Citizens’ passports are required to be valid within the duration of stay.
• It is recommended that one blank page of passports must be made available for visa stamp
• An international certificate of vaccination against Yellow Fever is required from citizens of Somalia visiting Togo. 
• All travellers are not required to pay any airport tax upon departing from the airport.
• Import of dogs and other domestic animals requires a health certificate and certificate of vaccination against that is issued not more than 3 days.
• Local and foreign currencies beyond $10,000 equivalent are not allowed at exit and entry
• Togo is on the Greenwich Mean Time zone (GMT) hence, Somalia is 3 hours ahead of Togo.
• The estimated flight time from Mogadishu, Somalia to Lome, Togo is 6 hours, 37 minutes.
• In Togo, the power plugs and sockets are of type C. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
• Togo is a country in West Africa bordered by Ghana to the west, Benin to the east and Burkina Faso to the north.
• The largest religious group in Togo consists of those with indigenous beliefs but there are significant Christian and Muslim minorities.
• While the official language is French, many other languages are widely spoken especially those in the Gbe family.
• Togo consists of lagoons with sandy beaches, a gently rolling savanna, hills, woodland plateau, marshes and mangroves.
• The climate of Togo is generally tropical with average temperatures ranging from 23 °C  on the coast to about 30 °C  in the northernmost region.
• Togo has two seasons of rain, the first is between April and July and the second between September and November.
• Togolese businesspeople inflate prices so as to make handsome profits. Visitors are advised to bargain for the lowest prices before buying any product.
• There are at least four parks and reserves in Togo some of which are Abdoulaye Faunal Reserve, Fazao Malfakassa National Park, Fosse Aux Lions National Park, Koutammouko and Kieran National Park.
• The most frequently observed animals in the parks are giraffes, cape buffalos, hyenas and lions and birds like storks, cranes and marabou.
• Togo top secular celebrations which include 1st of January "Fete Nationale" (meaning National Celebration in French) and 27th April Independence day is the major tourist attraction in the country.

Mozambique is home to over 19 million people, the best colonial era architecture and the famous Peri Peri Chicken dish.

• Somalia citizens visiting Mozambique are granted visa on arrival for a period of 30 days duration of stay 
• Visitors are required to possess passports valid for the proposed duration of stay.
• Visitors are expected to leave at least three blank pages on their passports to obtain visa stamps.
• The two blank pages on the passport must face each other.
• Visitors are expected to provide a copy of flight itinerary or e-ticket displaying round trip travel with entry/exit dates.
• If visitors plan to stay in hotels, they must provide a copy of confirmed hotel reservations.
• The Embassy of Mozambique recommends that travellers carry an original yellow fever vaccination certificate.
• If visitors cannot present a certificate of vaccination, vaccination will be made with charges at the port of entry.
• The estimated flight time from Mogadishu, Somalia to Mozambique is 3 hours, 38 minutes.
• Mozambique uses the Central Africa Time zone (GMT+2), hence, Somalia is 1 hour ahead of Mozambique.
• Currency restrictions for entry and exit are within USD 5000 and 10,000 Mozambican Meticais.
• Penalties for the possession, use or trafficking of illegal drugs in are severe.
• Visitors are advised to always carry passports along while touring the country or else they will be taken in for questioning.
• Permission must be made before photographing some government buildings.
• It is against the law to drive under the influence of alcohol in Mozambique.
• Major mode of transportation within Mozambique is by road, although, the roads are not smooth enough for long intra-travels and overnight drives.
• Mozambique is a southern African nation whose long Indian Ocean coastline is dotted with popular beaches like Tofo, as well as offshore marine parks.
• Mozambique is the world's 36th-largest country and It is comparable in size to Turkey.
• The country is drained by five principal rivers and several smaller ones with the largest and most important the Zambezi.
• Mozambique has a tropical climate with two seasons, a wet season from October to March and a dry season from April to September.
• The country's natural environment, wildlife, and historic heritage provide opportunities for beach, cultural, and eco-tourism.
• Modes of transport in Mozambique include rail, road, water and air.
• Portuguese is the official and most widely spoken language of the nation, spoken by 50.3% of the population.
• Christians make up 56.1% of Mozambique's population and Muslims comprised 17.9% of the population while 7.3% of the people held other beliefs, mainly animism, and 18.7% had no religious beliefs.
• The Portuguese have greatly influenced Mozambique's cuisine.

Macao is known as the gambling capital of the world and the most densely populated region in the world,  has a population of  about 650,900.

• Somalia citizens intending to visit Macao are given visa on arrival for a stay up to 30 days
• Intending visitors are required to provide passports valid for the duration of stay.
• Visitors are advised to leave at least one blank page of their passports for entry stamps.
• There is a need for account declaration to prove financial capability to support visitor’s stay.
• Although there are no vaccination certificate required to visit Macao, all visitors will be required to fill in a health declaration form as a precautionary action in order to prevent the outbreak of swine flu in the country.
• All visitors entering into Macao must have a return or onward tickets.
• Visitors are advised to have as much as MOP 500 per day to cover the expenses of their visit, this can be presented in the form of a recent bank statement.
• There are no restrictions on the foreign currency amount taken in and out of the country.
• Foreign currencies and credit cards are not accepted for the payment of all forms of travel fee.
• In Macao, the power plugs and sockets are of type D, M, G and F. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
• Macao uses China Standard zone (GMT+8), hence, Macao is 5 hours ahead of Somalia.
• The estimated flight time from Mogadishu, Somalia to Macau is 10 hours, 3 minutes.
• The main forms of public transport are buses, taxis and rickshaws.
• The light rail system is currently under construction, as a result, there are no functioning rail system in Macao.
• Portuguese alongside Chinese is the official language of Macao. 
• Arms, ammunition, explosives, illegal Chemical and drugs are prohibited from entry into Macao.
• Minchi is regarded as the national dish. it is made with minced beef or pork (or a combination of the two), diced potatoes stir-fried with onions, and Worcestershire sauce.
• Macao is described as “the Las Vegas of Asia” because of its abundance of giant casinos and malls.
• Every year the local government gives permanent residents of Macau 9,000 patacas (about US$1,200) and non-permanent residents 5,400 patacas (about US$670).
• Macau was Europe’s first and last colony in China.
• Macao is known to be the second richest country or territory and most densely populated region on earth.
• Tourist can also enjoy the resorts, age-old temples and bungee jumping thrills on 765ft Macao Tower in the country.

Burkina Faso is a country of over 18,633,725 people known for being the top producer of cotton in Africa, having incredibly rich culture, an...

• Somalia citizens visiting Burkina Faso are granted visa upon arrival if they intend to stay for a duration of 30 days or less.
• Visitors are required to have a passport valid for 6 months beyond their stay in Burkina Faso. 
• Passports of visitors should have two blank pages for visa stamps at the port of entry.
• Visitors from Somalia will be required to show proof of yellow fever vaccination before entry into Burkina Faso. Vaccination must have been done within 10 days before embarking on their trip.  
• Visitors are required to provide proof they have enough money to last them throughout their entire stay in the country.
• Travellers are to also provide proof of accommodation for their stay in the country.
• The estimated flight time from Mogadishu, Somalia to Burkina Faso is 7 hours, 9 minutes.
• West African CFA franc is the official currency of Burkina Faso. Visitors can exchange their foreign currencies at various banks and exchange outlets in the country.
• The official language spoken in Burkina Faso is French mainly because they were colonized by France. The Mossi language is also a widely spoken language in the country. There are about seventy other indigenous languages.
• Although there is a diversity of religion in Burkina Faso, Islam is the most prominent with minority religion such as Catholicism, Protestants and traditional religions.
• Burkina Faso has a tropical climate. The dry season lasts from November to March, and the rainy season lasts from June to October.
• Transportation can be done in Burkina Faso through taxis, buses and trains.
• Burkina Faso uses the Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) which means that Somalia is 3 hours ahead of Burkina Faso.
• The popular staple foods in Burkina Faso include sorghum, millet, rice, maize, nuts and potatoes. Babenda, brochettes, and sause gombo are common dishes in Burkina Faso.
• The power and socket plug used in Burkina Faso are of Type C and E. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.

The Maldives has about 446,513 inhabitants. It consists of 26 atolls which are made up of 1192 Coral islands and is also known as the "Hundred Thousan...

• Somalia citizens visiting the Maldives are granted visa on arrival for a period of 30 days.
• Passport of visitors must be valid within the duration of stay stipulated in the visa application form.
• Visitors are expected to present a passport with at least one blank page for visa stamps
• Visitors are required to present a certificate of Yellow Fever Vaccination at entry.
• Opium, marijuana, cocaine, pornographic materials and stories, idols of worship, firearms, alcoholic drinks and pork are prohibited.
• Visitors are not allowed to take tortoise and turtle shells and black coral from the Maldives.
• Visitors are required to accompany pets with a health certificate and a certificate of vaccination from likely animal diseases.
• Dogs are not allowed into the country.
• Visitors are not required to pay any airport tax upon their departure from the airport.
• There are no currency restrictions on entry and at the exit from the Maldives.
• Visitors, regardless of age, are allowed the free import of a moderate quantity of tobacco, cigarettes and cigars and a moderate amount of gifts.
• The estimated flight time from Mogadishu, Somalia to the Maldives is 4 hours, 21 minutes.
•  Payment for onward/return tickets is requested from Visitors entering the Maldives 
• A proof sufficient funds are required for entry also.
• On the Maldives, the standard voltage is 230 V and the frequency is 50 Hz and plugs used in the Maldives are of types, C, D, G, J, K and L.
• Maldives uses The Maldives Time zone (GMT+5), hence, Maldives is 2 hours ahead of Somalia.
•  Maldives citizens give equal preference to the road, water and air transportation
• The Maldives adopts the Maldivian rufiyaa as its national currency.
• Islam is the official religion and all citizens must be Muslims because the practice of a faith other than Islam is forbidden.
• The country's primary language is Dhivehi together with the English language but languages such as Hindi, Sinhalese and Urdu as spoken by the minority.
• When transiting the Maldives, travellers should ensure their luggage does not contain items such as weapons, ammunition, alcohol, pornographic and religious material offensive to Islam, among other items.
• Public observance of any religion other than Islam is prohibited
• The Maldives is known for its beaches, blue lagoons and extensive reefs. The capital, Malé, has a busy fish market, restaurants and shops on the main road.

Mauritania is located northeast Africa, it is known to be the eleventh largest sovereign state in Africa. It is populated with over 4.6 million people...

• Somalia citizens visiting Mauritania are granted visa on arrival for a period of 90 days.
• Passport of visitors must be valid within the duration of stay stipulated in the visa application form.
• Visitors are expected to present a passport with at least one blank page for visa stamps.
• Visitors are required to provide a certificate of Yellow Fever Vaccination at entry.
• There are no currency restrictions on entry or exit from Mauritania.
• Visitors must have return or onward tickets to enter into the country.
• Visitors are not required to pay any airport tax upon their departure from the airport.
• To bring in sporting guns for a temporary period, a gun licence and an import licence are required; they can be acquired before arrival from the Home Ministry.
• It is prohibited for visitors to possess the local currency on departure
• Only foreign currencies are allowed up to the equivalent of MRO 10,000 to be taken out of the country 
• Children aged less than 10 years old are allowed to take up to MRO 5,000 out of the country.
• Mauritania is the eleventh largest sovereign state in Africa and is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean to the west.
• Southern Mauritania has a Sahelian climate, Daytime temperatures are warm in most areas for over 6 months of the year, but the nights in Mauritania are always cool.
• The country’s most popular attraction is Banc d’Arguin National Park. This UNESCO World Heritage site is home to one of the world’s largest bird sanctuaries and is an absolute must for bird lovers.
• Rainy season in Mauritania starts from/between July to October.
• In Mauritania, the power plugs and sockets are of type C. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
• Mauritania uses the Greenwich Mean Time zone (GMT), hence, Somalia is 3 hours ahead of Mauritania.
• The estimated flight time from Mogadishu, Somalia to Mauritania is 8 hours, 37 minutes.
• The popular vehicle for transportation in Mauritania is bush taxis, which travel between towns and city cabs can be expensive. 
• It is possible to rent a vehicle in Mauritania, with most of the car rental agencies located at the airport or in the large cities of Nouakchott, Nouadhibou and Atar.
• Mauritania adopts the Mauritania ouguiya as its national currency. it is symbolised as “OM”.
• The whole population of Mauritania practices Islam
• Modern Arabic is the official and national language of Mauritania.
• Lying on the back is usually not acceptable for women and lying on the stomach is not acceptable for men.
• Married couples are not allowed to hold hands and it is often difficult to identify husbands and wives because they seldom sit together and never touch.
• Mauritania’s coast is essentially one long sandy beach that’s almost devoid of vegetation but supports a very varied population of birds.
• The Banc d’Arguin National Park is one of Mauritania’s top attractions. it comprises sand-dunes, coastal swamps, small islands and shallow coastal waters.
• The most famous landmark in the capital, Port de Pêche, is a colourful and buzzing boardwalk and fishing port on the west side of Nouakchott.
• During the holy month of Ramadan, drinking or eating in front of Mauritanians is particularly rude.
• The main attractions for most tourists are the desert in Adrar and the Tagant areas around Atar and the ocean in Banc d'Arguin (a natural reserve with dunes ending in the sea, full of millions of birds and protected by UNESCO).
• Mauritania’s Bay of Nouadhibou hides one of the biggest ship centimetres in the world. There are more than 300 wrecks from all nations beached permanently on its shores.

Bolivia is a country of some 11 million people popular for its ancient Andean ruins, its thick jungles, and for having "zebras" control traffic.

• Somalia citizens can get a visa on arrival for travelling to Bolivia within the duration of 90 days.
• Citizens of Somalia can also apply for an electronic visa for a stay up to 90 days.
• Visitors are required to possess one copy of a filled visa application form at the port of entry.
• Visitors should also provide an original valid passport photograph that is recent and valid for at least for 6 months of 37mm by 37mm size.
• Departure tax would be levied on visitors staying in Bolivia beyond the duration of stipulated stay.
• Standard travel documents like passport or a national ID card will generally be needed for visitors intending to visit Bolivia.
• Citizens of Somalia from one year and above are required to show a certificate of Yellow Fever Vaccination upon entry.
• Visitors must apply for a separate visa (Specific Purpose Visa) to work, study, volunteer, or conduct business in Bolivia.
• Citizens of Somalia are also required to leave at least a page on their passports to obtain entry and exit stamps from the Bolivian authorities every time you enter or exit Bolivia.
• There are limited flights within Bolivia and to neighbouring countries. Flight delays and cancellations are common.
• Travellers below the age of eighteen must obtain authorization from the non-travelling parent or parents at a Bolivian Embassy or Consulate to exit Bolivia. 
• The estimated flight time from Mogadishu, Somalia to Bolivia is 15 hours, 44 minutes.
• Bolivia is currently on the Greenwich Meridian Time Zone 4 (GMT+4) hence, Somalia is 7 hours ahead of Bolivia.
• Transport in Bolivia is mostly by road while railways play a relatively small part in the country's transport system.
• Spanish is the first official language of Bolivia, together with as many as 40 other indigenous languages spoken by the inhabitants of this country. Some of the most important indigenous languages include Quechua, Aymara, Chiquitano and Tupi-Guarani.
• Christianity is the largest religion in Bolivia, with Roman Catholicism being the largest denomination. While a vast majority of Bolivians are Catholic Christians, a much smaller portion of the population participates actively.
• Because of its constant rainfall, Bolivia has a humid and tropical climate. Travellers are advised to purchase umbrellas, raincoats when visiting. The hottest days in Bolivia is between December and January.

Turkey, a country that is in two continents, Europe and Asia, is bordered by eight other countries.

• Somalia citizens intending to travel to Turkey can apply for an electronic visa for a stay up to 30 days.
• Somalians can make an application for ana electronic visa via the website www.evisa.gov.tr.
• Turkey’s electronic visa is only meant for the purpose of tourism or commerce travel.
• The passport of visitors must be valid for six months upon entry into Turkey.
• Visitors are required to provide a blank page on their passports for entry and exit stamps.
• It is possible for travellers aged 18 years old or younger to be included in the parent's passport.
• As a preventive measure outbreak of swine flu, all travellers arriving in Turkey from infected countries have to fill in a health declaration form, which is issued on board.
• Travellers without enough money to cover the expenses of their visit to Turkey and clean appearance will be deported by the transporting carrier.
• There is no certification of vaccination needed to travel to Turkey.
• Visitors must also purchase their onward or return tickets.
• There are no restrictions on importing local currency (New Turkish Lira-TRY) and foreign currencies.
• Travellers should declare and specify the imported foreign currencies in their passport upon arrival to avoid any problems on departure.
• Pet animals can enter as cargo, as traveller's checked luggage or in the cabin accompanied by a certificate of good health.
• If travellers overstay their visit, they must inform the immigration police and get a residence permit that must be produced upon departure.
• Turkey uses the GMT+03:00 Time zone (GMT+3) hence, there is no time difference between Somalia and Turkey.
• The estimated flight time from Mogadishu, Somalia to Ankara, Turkey is 5 hours, 57 minutes.
• Turkey bordering the Aegean and Mediterranean Seas have a temperate Mediterranean climate, with hot, dry summers and mild to cool wet winters.
• May is generally the wettest month, whereas July and August are the driest.
• The official language is Turkish, which is the most widely spoken Turkic language in the world.
• Turkey is a secular state with no official religion; the Turkish Constitution provides for freedom of religion and conscience.
• Turkey hosts the largest number of refugees in the world, including more than 2.8 million Syrian refugees.
• Turkish culture is a product of efforts to be a "modern" Western state while maintaining traditional religious and historical values.
• Cappadocia is a region created by the erosion of soft volcanic stone by the wind and rain for centuries. The area is a popular tourist destination, having many sites with unique geological, historic, and cultural features.
• Turkey operates on 220 volts, 50 Hz, with round-prong European-style plugs that fit into recessed wall sockets and points.
• There are 40 national parks, 189 nature parks, 31 nature preserve areas, 80 wildlife protection areas and 109 nature monuments in Turkey such as Gallipoli Peninsula Historical National Park, Mount Nemrut National Park, Ancient Troya National Park, Oludeniz Nature Park and Polonezkoy Nature park.
• Turkey is home to two of the Seven Wonders of the World, the world's oldest religious site, Göbekli Tepe and numerous other World Heritage Sites such as the "Neolithic Site of Çatalhöyük", "Hattusa: the Hittite Capital", the "Archaeological Site of Troy" and others.

Djibouti is a country of more than 956, 985 people known for its impeccable desert landscapes, intriguing marine life, and for celebrating Christmas o...

• Facilities for an electronic visa is made available for Somalia passport holders for a duration of 30 days.
• Intending visitors are required to have a passport valid for a minimum of 6 months from the arrival date to Djibouti.
• The passport should have at least two blank pages for visa stamps at the port of entry.
• Intending visitors are expected to have proof of yellow fever vaccination. 
• Tourists are required to have a return or onward ticket and proof of enough funds to spend during their stay.
• A detailed printed itinerary of your time in Djibouti and a confirmation of accommodation during the stay is needed.
• The estimated flight time from Mogadishu, Somalia to Djibouti is 1 hour, 50 minutes. 
• The Djiboutian Franc is the official currency used in Djibouti and visitors can exchange their foreign currency at various bank and exchange outlets in the country.
• Djibouti is dominated by the Islamic religion with about 94% of the entire population practising it while Christians make up the minority.
• The languages spoken in Djibouti include Afar, Arabic, Somali and French. Although Somali and Afar are the most widely spoken tongues, Arabic and French serve as the official languages.
• Djibouti experiences an arid climate consisting of extremely hot and dry weather. From October up till April, the weather is slightly cooler, with a little rainfall. 
• Samosas, fah-fah and cambaboor served with yoghurt are some of the major dishes served in Djibouti.
•  Trains, buses and taxis are major means of transportation in Djibouti.
• The power plugs and sockets in Djibouti are of type C and E. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
• The time zone in Djibouti is the East Africa Time (GMT +3), which means that there is no time difference between Somalia and Djibouti.
• Visitors are expected to be courteous and conscious of existing rules and customs as they go about their tourism-related activities.

Uganda has a population of over 40 million people. It is known for having 6.8% of the world's butterfly species, for being home to 11% of the world’s...

• Somalia citizens travelling to Uganda are only required to apply for an electronic visa for a stay up to 90 days.
• Citizens are required to provide passports valid for the period of stay in the country.
• Children under the age of 5 are required to have a Polio vaccination certificate.
• A Yellow Fever vaccination certificate is required from Somalia citizens visiting Uganda.
• There are no restrictions on exporting a moderate quantity of perfume, alcoholic drinks, tobacco and tobacco products, or either of them.
• Travellers must have enough money to cover the expenses of their stay.
• Travellers must provide return or onward tickets upon entry into Uganda.
• The import and export of local currency (Uganda Shilling-UGX) are prohibited, but there are no restrictions on importing foreign currencies as long as declared upon arrival.
• Cats and dogs must be accompanied by an official certificate of veterinary health that is issued in the home country not earlier than 6 days before the date of arrival in Uganda.
• All travellers are not required to pay any airport tax upon departing from the airport.
• In Uganda, the power plugs and sockets are of type G. The standard voltage is 240 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
• The estimated flight time from Mogadishu, Somalia to Kampala, Uganda is 2 hours, 17 minutes.
• Uganda uses East Africa Time zone (GMT+3) hence, there is no time difference between Somalia and Uganda.
• The official languages are English and Swahili but Luganda, a central language is widely spoken across the country with several other languages such as Runyoro, Runyankole, Rukiga, Luo and Lusoga.
• Road transportation is the most important way of transportation in Uganda and about 95% of passenger traffic is handled by road transport.
• Christians made up about 85 per cent of Uganda's population with a fewer proportion of Muslims.
• Uganda has the tallest Mountain Range in Africa, the Rwenzori Mountains and is the Home of the Lake Victoria, the Source of Nile which is one of the seven natural wonders of Africa.
• Uganda is also home to over half of all Mountain Gorillas in the world 480 and 19 habituated gorilla groups to be visited.
• Tourist attractions in Uganda include national game parks, game reserves, traditional sites, and natural tropical forests.
• Game viewing is the most popular tourist activity in Uganda having wild animals like lions, buffaloes, giraffes, antelopes, elephants commonly seen in Uganda’s ten national parks.

Cote d'Ivoire has a population of over 23.7 million people. It is famous for its idyllic beach locations, for the Mount Nimba, and for being the home...

• Somalia citizens travelling to Ivory Coast are required to apply for an electronic visa by pre-enrollment from the embassy for a stay period of 30 days.
• Visitors must possess passports that are valid for 6 months beyond stay, with at least one blank passport page available for entry stamp(s).
• Visitors will be requested to present a computer generated flight itinerary from the airline or travel agency or copy of airline tickets.
• If stay in any hotel withing Ivory coast, visitors are required to provide a copy of confirmed hotel reservation
• Somalia citizens are required to present an International certificate of vaccination against yellow fever at the port of entry.
• Visitors entering Ivory Coast are required to pay an Airport Tax of 3,000 XOF upon leaving Cote d'Ivoire 
• In Ivory Coast, the power plugs and sockets are of type C and E. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
• Côte d'Ivoire adopts Greenwich Mean Time zone (GMT), hence, Somalia is 3 hours ahead of Côte d'Ivoire.
• The estimated flight time from Mogadishu, Somalia to Cote d'Ivoire is 7 hours, 29 minutes.
• The country has large populations of Muslims, Christians and various indigenous religions.
• The official language of the republic is French with local indigenous languages also being widely used that include Baoule, Dioula, Dan, Anyin and Cebaara Senufo.
• Cassava and plantains are significant parts of Ivorian cuisine. A type of corn paste called aitiu is used to prepare corn balls, and peanuts are widely used in many dishes.
• Ivory Coast climate is tropical along coast, semiarid in far north with three seasons - the country is warm and dry from November to March, hot and dry from March to May, hot and wet from June to October.
• The orange coloured car that are seen as Taxis are the best transport means within Abidjan. Fares are within the US $2-4 depending on the length of the journey. 
• Tourist villages, beaches, and photo safaris are some of the main tourist attractions to see in Côte d'Ivoire. Famous Mapouka dance.

Ecuador is a country with a population of seventeen million people. It is known for its Amazonian rain forest, its impeccable Andes peaks, and for its...

• Somalia citizens can travel to Ecuador by obtaining an electronic visa at the embassy portal to stay for up to 90 days. 
• Visitors are required to possess a passport with a validity of at least another 3 months from the date of arrival.
• Citizens of Somalia visiting Ecuador are required to provide a certificate of Vaccination for Hepatitis A, Polio,  Tetanus, Typhoid and Yellow Fever.
• Visitors must have return or onward tickets and all documents required for their next trip.
• Visitors are allowed the free import of a moderate amount of perfume, One litre of alcoholic drinks, 200 grammes of tobacco, 50 cigars, or 300 cigarettes, Gifts and personal objects up to the value of:

• Dry or fresh meat, unpreserved meat products and all kinds of plants and vegetables require previous permission from the Ministry of Agriculture.
• Visitors are allowed to depart with a moderate amount of cigarettes, tobacco and national alcoholic drinks. 
• Goods such as narcotics, live animals and their parts, gold bars and antiques are prohibited from entry.
• To bring in pets, travellers must have a health certificate that is issued by an authorized governmental veterinarian and approved by the local health authorities in the home country. 
• In Ecuador, the power plugs and sockets are of type A and B. The standard voltage is 120 V and the standard frequency is 60 Hz.
• Dogs require a certificate of vaccination against rabies issued within three months of arrival in Ecuador.
• A traveller's luggage should be cleared at the first airport of entry in Ecuador.
• Visitors arriving with more than two pieces of checked luggage have to pay high customs duties as follows: For the third bag: USD 200; For the fourth bag: USD 400; Starting from the fifth bag, all checked luggage will be revised and a customs tax has to be paid for the total content of all bags.
• Visitors departing on international flights are not required to pay an airport departure tax.
• The estimated flight time from Mogadishu, Somalia to Quito, Ecuador is 17 hours, 38 minutes.
• Ecuador has a wet and dry season. The period from December to May (winter) is hot and humid while the rest of the year is warm and pleasant.
• Because of its three mainland regions, Ecuador's climate is varied.
• Christianity is the most predominant religion practised in Ecuador.
• Electricity in Ecuador is either not available or erratic in rural areas.
• Ecuador uses six transportation methods to transport passengers; they are aviation, highways, pipelines, ports and harbours, railways and waterways.
• The official language of Ecuador is Spanish, which is spoken by approximately 93% of the population.
• Ecuador uses the Quito time zone (GMT-5), hence, Somalia is 8 hours ahead of Ecuador.
• Ecuador is the closest country to space and farther from the centre of the Earth.
• The official name of Ecuador is República del Ecuador, which literally means “The Republic of the Equator” making the country the only country in the world named after a geographical feature
• Ecuador has the world’s first UNESCO World Heritage Sites, The Galapagos Islands and the city of Quito.
• That iconic Panama Hat a lot of people love in the world actually originated from Ecuador
• Ecuador’s biggest tourist attraction are its beaches to astonishing volcanoes and the Amazon Rain forest.

Tanzania is home to about 60 million people, Africa's most famous national parks and the highest mountain in Africa

• Somalia citizens are only required to obtain an electronic visa to visit Tanzania for a period of 90 days of stay.
• Somalia passports must last for the period of 6 months upon entry into the country.
• Visitors must make available at least a blank page on their passports for entry stamps.
• A Yellow Fever certificate of Vaccination is required from citizens of Somalia visiting or intending to visit Tanzania.
• Travellers are required to declare international currency valuing more than $10,000 on both entrance and exit from Tanzania.
•  The export of any products received as a gift or exchange without the correct documentation is considered illegal in Tanzania.
• Visitors are expected to provide proof of travel arrangements by presenting a computer generated itinerary from airline/travel agency or copy of transportation tickets showing entry and departure from Tanzania.
• Visitors are prohibited from gathering, collecting, or removing flora or fauna, including seashells and ebony or mpingo wood.
• While visiting, Tanzania visitors are advised to dress modestly (upper arms and legs covered and no exposed midriffs) outside of the hotel or resort and when arriving and departing from Zanzibar.
• Visitors should be very cautious of seemingly lucrative business opportunities offered by agents based in, or with ties to, Tanzania and neighbouring countries while touring the country.
• It is recommended to obtain a permit from the police before bringing arms and ammunition into the country.
• Copy of confirmed hotel reservations is required from visitors with the intentions to stay in any hotel within the country.
• If traveling as part of a tour and/or safari it is required that visitors must submit the inland itinerary from that tour/safari organizer.
• Entry applications for minors under 18 years should be accompanied with a notarized letter, jointly signed by parents or legal guardians approving the minor to travel.
• Tanzania is mountainous and densely forested in the north-east of the African Continent
• In Tanzania, the power plugs and sockets are of type D and G. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
• The estimated flight time from Mogadishu, Somalia to Tanzania is 2 hours, 19 minutes.
• Tanzania uses East Africa Time zone in Tanzania (GMT+3) hence, there is no time difference between Somalia and Tanzania.
• Africa's highest mountain, Mount Kilimanjaro, is located in the north-eastern region of Tanzania.
• The Menai Bay Conservation Area is Zanzibar's largest marine protected area
• The second highest uninterrupted waterfall, The Kalambo Falls, is located on the Kalambo River within the Tanzanian and Zambian border in Africa
• The national language of Tanzania is Swahili with over 60 other languages spoken in Tanzania making it the most linguistically diverse country in East Africa.
• Three of Africa’s Great Lakes- Lake Victoria, Lake Tanganyika, Lake Nyasa, are partly within Tanzania.
• The climate varies greatly within Tanzania and the climate is cool in high mountainous regions
• The hottest period in Tanzania is between November and February while the coldest period occurs between May and August
• Tanzania has 16 national parks plus a variety of game and forest reserves, including the Ngorongoro Conservation centre.
• Diving or snorkeling off of one of Zanzibar’s islands provides a rich up-close encounter with some of the unique underwater sea creatures found among the coral reefs.
• The beaches of Zanzibar features white sand, blue waters, and swaying palms that qualifies them as part of some of the most beautiful beaches in the world.
• The Serengeti National Park in Tanzania which is 7th world wonder is one of the most famous and best-loved parks and is home to more than one million species of large mammals. 
• On Tanzania's Serengeti’s plain, white-bearded wildebeests other bovids and zebra participate in a large-scale annual migration
• Most transport in Tanzania is by road closely followed by railways and buses.

Seychelles is an archipelago of 115 islands in the Indian Ocean, off East Africa. Seychelles populated with over 96,000 people, it is known for its be...

• Somalia citizens travelling to Seychelles are required to undergo a tourist registration exercise at the embassy for a stay duration of 90 days.
• Citizens are required to provide passport valid within the duration stay upon arrival.
• Due to the outbreak of swine flu, all travellers arriving in Seychelles islands have to fill in a questionnaire upon arrival.
• Visitors must prove that they have enough money not less than USD 150 for each day, or USD 75 for each day when visiting either through a bank statement or by cash.
• Evidence of accommodation during the visit should also accompany other documents, this could be in form of hotel reservations receipts or rent tellers
• On Seychelles, the power plugs and sockets are of type G. The standard voltage is 240 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
• Seychelles uses the Seychelles Time zone (GMT+4), hence, Seychelles is 1 hour ahead of Somalia.
• The estimated flight time from Mogadishu, Somalia to Seychelles is 2 hours, 12 minutes.
• Visitors must also provide a return or onward tickets, if unable to be purchased before arrival, they must be bought on arrival.
• Importation of spear-fishing equipment, firearms, narcotics, dangerous drugs, swords, clothing of camouflage design, pornographic literature, films DVDs and any such goods is prohibited according to the law of Seychelles.
• Importation of birds is prohibited with the exception of the African Grey Parrot provided it has been a family pet for one year.
• According to the law of Seychelles, all imported animals must undergo quarantine for a 14 day-period upon arrival after which they will be granted a permit to enter Seychelles.
• Visitors are required to provide a valid plant import permit to bring all plants, seed, bulb, cuttings, or other unprocessed plant products, fruit and vegetables into Seychelles.
• Currencies up to the equivalent of 2,000 Seychelles Rupee are not allowed in and out of the country.
• Restricted goods include unprocessed coco-de-mer, live tortoises, shells and live and processed fish.
• Seychelles is classified as a tropical rain forest as the climate is humid because the islands are small and the temperature varies little throughout the year.
• In Seychelles, the coolest months are within July and August, the windy months are from May to November and this is the most pleasant time of the year. On the other hand, the hot months are from December to April while March and April are the hottest months.
• Seychelles is among the world's leading countries to protect lands for threatened species allocating 42% of its territory for conservation.
• Seychelles hosts some of the largest seabird colonies in the world, notably on the outer islands of Aldabra and Cosmoledo.
• Since the use of spearguns and dynamite for fishing was banned through efforts of local conservationists in the 1960s, the wildlife is unafraid of snorkelers and divers.
• French and English are official languages along with Seychellois Creole which is primarily based upon French.
• The papers are mostly written in Seychellois Creole, French and English.
• Most Seychellois are Christians, Hinduism is practised by 2.4%, and Islam by 1.6%. Other non-Christian faiths accounted for 1.1% of the population while a further 5.9% were non-religious or did not specify a religion.
• Seychellois society is essentially matriarchal, that is, mothers tend to be dominant in the household, controlling most expenditures and looking after the interests of the children
• Staple foods eaten in Seychelles include fish, seafood and shellfish dishes, often accompanied with rice
• Seychelles has the highest incarceration rate in the world of 799 prisoners per 100,000 population, exceeding the United States by up to 15 per cent rate.
• The country is home to numerous beaches, coral reefs and nature reserves, as well as rare animals such as giant Aldabra tortoises.
• It also has the mountain rainforests of Morne Seychellois National Park and beaches, including Beau Vallon and Anse Takamaka.

The Republic of Madagascar, has its capital as Antananarivo. It is a home to about 26,641,187 people and more than half of its wildlife is not found a...

• The citizens of Somalia intending to visit Madagascar can obtain a visa on arrival up to 90 days of stay.
• The facility for an electronic visa is opened for Somalia citizens for a duration of one month.
• Somalia citizens must possess a passport valid for the duration of visit in Madagascar.
• Visitors are required to leave at least three blank pages of their passport for visa stamps on entry.
• Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate is needed for entry into Madagascar.
• There are no currency restrictions on entry and exit from the country.
• Citizens bringing in pets are required to present a health certificate and certification of vaccination against animal diseases.
• Pets will be examined on arrival and may be subject to quarantine at the port of entry.
• Visitors are not required to pay any airport tax upon their departure from the airport.
• Visitors having arms and ammunition in their possession are required to provide a permit.
• It is prohibited to exchange currencies through black markets. This is because according to Madagascan rules, only banks and foreign exchange offices are permitted to exchange foreign currencies.
• Foreigners are only allowed to hold currencies up to MGA 400,000 worth on entry and at departure.
• In Madagascar, the power plugs and sockets are of type C, D, E, J and K. The standard voltage is 127 / 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
• Madagascar uses East Africa zone (GMT+3), hence, there is no time difference between Somalia and Madagascar.
• The estimated flight time from Mogadishu, Somalia to Madagascar is 3 hours, 32 minutes.
• Most people use taxi-brousse (old minivans seating up to 15 people) as their main form of transportation for short and long trips in Madagascar.
• Madagascar adopts the Malagasy ariary as its official currency.
• The official languages of Madagascar are Malagasy and French.
• Romazava is considered the national dish of Madagascar, the basic ingredients are beef, pork and chicken cubes, onions, tomatoes, spinach and crushed garlic.
• The nation comprises the island of Madagascar and numerous smaller peripheral islands
• Madagascar is known to be the fourth-largest planet in the world.
• Considering its vast size, Madagascar has very few railways of just 854 kilometres of track to be precise.
• Men and women wear the same cloth in Madagascar, the Lamba, a rectangular length of cloth wrapped around the body, and different designs are worn for different occasions.
• Madagascar's tourist attractions include its beaches and biodiversity; the island's endemic wildlife and forests.

Nigeria is known for its 250 ethnic tribes, good music, and the best jollof rice in the world.

• Somalia citizens visiting Nigeria are granted visa on arrival through a pre-visa application for a stay of up to 90 days.
• Citizens are required to obtain an approval letter on arrival before proceeding to Nigeria.
• The application should not exceed the validity of On Arrival Approval of 14 days before traveling to the country.
• Visitors are expected to leave at least a blank page on their passports to obtain visa stamps.
• Amendment pages at the back of the passport are not suitable for Nigeria visas.
• Evidence of sufficient funds to support stay in Nigeria with a recent bank statement must be provided.
• The estimated flight time from Mogadishu, Somalia to Nigeria is 5 hours, 45 minutes.
• Nigeria uses the West Africa Standard Time zone (GMT+1) hence, Somalia is 2 hours ahead of Nigeria.
• A child (under 16) who is not traveling with both parents or a legal guardian must provide a notarized letter of consent signed by the non-accompanying parent(s) or guardian.
•  Visitors must provide proof of travel arrangements including a computer-generated flight itinerary from the airline or travel agency or copy of airline tickets showing round trip travel to Nigeria and onward flight.
• There are no currency restrictions on entry and exit.
• Visitors are required to present a proof of Polio and Yellow Fever vaccination.
• Visitors cannot depart the country without presenting entry stamps to the immigration authorities.
•  Transportation within Nigeria can be made through buses, minivans, taxis, rickshaws, trains and ferries.
• Nigeria has a varied landscape; the far south has a tropical rain-forest climate, the southwest and the southeast have Coastal plains, the Eastern part and a little portion of the North is made up of freshwater swamp and rain-forest while the rest of the North is made up of desert lands.
• Nigeria has a tropical climate with two seasons. A wet season from April through October and a dry season from November through March with June being the month with the highest amount of rainfall and degree of humidity.
• Nigeria is the most populous country in Africa and the seventh most populous country in the world.
• The country is viewed as a multinational state, as it is inhabited by 250 ethnic groups, of which the four largest are the Fulani, Hausa, Igbo and Yoruba.
• The official language of Nigeria is the Nigerian English.
• Nigeria also has a wide array of unexploited mineral resources which include natural gas, coal, bauxite, tantalite, gold, tin, iron ore, limestone, niobium, lead and zinc.
• Nigeria is a religiously diverse society, with Christianity and Islam being the most widely professed religions.
• Tourism in Nigeria centres largely on events, due to the country's ample amount of ethnic groups, but also includes rain forests, savannah, waterfalls and other natural attractions.
• Places of interest may include the Tafawa Balewa Square(Lagos), Yankari Games Reserve (Bauchi), Obudu Cattle Ranch(Crossriver), The Nike Art Gallery, Freedom Park Lagos and the Cathedral Church of Christ, Lagos.

Qatar, a home to over 2.6 million people and having the third-largest natural gas and oil reserves, is the richest country in the world. Its capital c...

• Somalia citizens can travel to Qatar by making applications for an electronic visa if they intend to stay for a period of 30 days.
• Visitors are required to possess passports valid for the proposed duration of stay.
• Visitors are expected to leave at least two blank pages on their passports to obtain visa stamps.
• Certificate of vaccination is not required from Somalia citizens travelling to Qatar.
• Proof of Sufficient Funds by presenting evidence of sufficient funds to support visit to Qatar such as pay stubs, traveller's cheques and a most recent bank statement.
• Travellers must also have evidence of confirmed hotel reservation and any major credit card or at least USD 1,400.
• There are no currency restrictions on entering or departing Qatar.
• All travellers are not required to pay any airport tax upon departing from the airport.
• The estimated flight time from Mogadishu, Somalia to Qatar is 3 hours, 49 minutes.
• Qatar is on the Arabian Standard Time zone (GMT+3) this means that there is no time difference between Somalia and Qatar.
• Some HIV/AIDS entry restrictions exist for visitors visiting Qatar.
• Customs regulations are strict regarding alcohol, narcotics, pork products, weapons or weapons-related articles (handcuffs, laser pointers, etc.) and pornographic/sexually-related materials in Qatar.
• Incidents involving obscene language, gestures, or insulting comments often result in arrest, overnight imprisonment and fines.
• Religion is a very sensitive issue in Qatar; treat any discussions on religion with care and caution. The law provides for a prison sentence of up to seven years for defaming, desecrating, or committing blasphemy against Islam, Christianity, or Judaism. 
• Flogging is employed as a punishment for alcohol consumption or illicit sexual relations.
• The law also restricts public worship for non-Islamic faiths.
• While you may import religious material for personal use, do not bring religious materials into the country for proselytizing purposes; this is prohibited.
• Pets are cleared for entry into Qatar if they are carried in a clean and lockable cage suitable for the size of the animal and designed for air travel and accompanied by an official certificate of veterinary health, which confirms that the animal is cleared for air travel, free from disease and vaccinated.
• Firearms require special permission in advance from the Ministry of Defense, Government of Qatar.
• There are no restrictions on importing or exporting local currency (Qatar Riyal-QAR) and foreign currencies other than Israeli currency.
• Transport within Qatar is made with Mass-transit options such as a Doha Metro, light-rail system and more extensive bus networks.
• Arabic is the official language of Qatar, with Qatari Arabic the local dialect.
• English is particularly useful for communication with Qatar's large expatriate community.
• Qatar is the world's biggest buyer in the art market by value based on this reason, art is at the centre of the country’s tourism.

Burkina Faso is a country of over 18,633,725 people known for being the top producer of cotton in Africa, having incredibly rich culture, an...

• Somalia citizens visiting Burkina Faso are granted visa upon arrival if they intend to stay for a duration of 30 days or less.
• Visitors are required to have a passport valid for 6 months beyond their stay in Burkina Faso. 
• Passports of visitors should have two blank pages for visa stamps at the port of entry.
• Visitors from Somalia will be required to show proof of yellow fever vaccination before entry into Burkina Faso. Vaccination must have been done within 10 days before embarking on their trip.  
• Visitors are required to provide proof they have enough money to last them throughout their entire stay in the country.
• Travellers are to also provide proof of accommodation for their stay in the country.
• The estimated flight time from Mogadishu, Somalia to Burkina Faso is 7 hours, 9 minutes.
• West African CFA franc is the official currency of Burkina Faso. Visitors can exchange their foreign currencies at various banks and exchange outlets in the country.
• The official language spoken in Burkina Faso is French mainly because they were colonized by France. The Mossi language is also a widely spoken language in the country. There are about seventy other indigenous languages.
• Although there is a diversity of religion in Burkina Faso, Islam is the most prominent with minority religion such as Catholicism, Protestants and traditional religions.
• Burkina Faso has a tropical climate. The dry season lasts from November to March, and the rainy season lasts from June to October.
• Transportation can be done in Burkina Faso through taxis, buses and trains.
• Burkina Faso uses the Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) which means that Somalia is 3 hours ahead of Burkina Faso.
• The popular staple foods in Burkina Faso include sorghum, millet, rice, maize, nuts and potatoes. Babenda, brochettes, and sause gombo are common dishes in Burkina Faso.
• The power and socket plug used in Burkina Faso are of Type C and E. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.

Sri Lanka is an island country home to 21 million people and the best tea.

• Any Somalian intending to travel Sri Lanka needs to apply and obtain an electronic visa prior to arrival into the country.
• An Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) is an entry requirement for visa-exempt foreign nationals travelling to Sri Lanka by air.
• If you are planning a short visit to Sri Lanka, you can submit your ETA application online to the Department of Immigration & Emigration.
• ETA application can be submitted online or on arrival to Sri Lanka.
• Visitors are required to present a passport valid for the duration of stay in the country
• Somalian passports must have at least one page for entry stamps.
• A Yellow Fever Certificate is requested from visitors on arriving in Sri lanka.
• Traveller must obtain a previous permit from the Department of Animal Production and Health before bringing any live animal into Sri Lanka.
• Cats and dogs must be accompanied by an official certificate of veterinary health as well as a certificate of vaccination against rabies which are issued by the veterinary authorities.
• All visitors in Sri Lanka are not required to pay any airport tax upon departing from the airport.
• The Importation of local currencies beyond 5,000 LKR and the Exportation of local currencies beyond 15,000 LKR is prohibited.
• Foreign currency over USD 15,000 must be declared upon entry.
• foreign currencies up to the sums that are imported and declared with the exception of Indian and Pakistani currencies which are prohibited from departure.
• Sri Lanka uses India Standard Time zone (GMT+5:30), hence, Sri Lanka is 2 hours and 30 minutes ahead of Somalia.
• The estimated flight time from Mogadishu, Somalia to Sri Lanka is 5 hours, 28 minutes.
• Although the country is relatively small in size, it has the highest biodiversity density in Asia.
• Sri Lanka has one of the most literate populations amongst developing nations in the world.
• Sri Lanka boasts of 24 wildlife reserves, which are home to a wide range of native species such as Asian elephants, leopards, sloth bears, the unique small loris, a variety of deer, the purple-faced langur, the endangered wild boar, porcupines and Indian Pangolins.
• Sinhala and Tamil are the two official languages of Sri Lanka while English is regarded as its link language.
• Sri Lanka is a multi-religious country but Buddhists comprise 70 per cent of the population.
• Dishes include rice and curry, pittu, kiribath, wholemeal roti, string hoppers wattalapam (a rich pudding of Malay origin made of coconut milk jaggery, cashew nuts, eggs, and spices including cinnamon and nutmeg), kottu and hoppers.

The Republic of Singapore is a city-state and an island country with a population of about 5 million people and the fastest walkers in the world.

• For the Somalia passport holders travelling to Singapore, an electronic visa application and authorisation is required prior to entry into the country for a stay up to 30 days.
• Citizens of Somalia should provide a passport valid for the duration of stay in the country.
• Passport in possession of citizens should have at least two blank pages for entry stamps.
• Visitors are expected to provide a Yellow Fever vaccination certificate.
• Travellers must have confirmed onward or return ticket and enough money to cover the expenses of their visit to Singapore.
• Computer generated flight itinerary from the airline or a travel agency is needed also.
• Travellers aged 18 years old or more are allowed the free import of no more than one litre of beer, spirits and wine.
• The import of meat and its products into Singapore is prohibited.
• Free export of a moderate amount of tobacco products and alcoholic drinks.
• Importing and exporting of explosives or firearms is forbidden except if the traveller has a permit from the Director-General of Civil Aviation Authority, Singapore.
• Any tobacco products and chewing-gum must be declared on arrival.
• The trading of banned drugs is a serious crime in Singapore and the penalty for such crime is death.
• All travellers are not required to pay any airport tax upon departing from the airport.
• There are no restrictions on importing local currency (Singapore Dollar-SGD) and foreign currencies but visitors are allowed to possess up to 30,000 SDG (Singapore Dollar-SGD) at departure.
• Singapore uses the Standard Time zone( GMT+8), hence, Singapore is 5 hours ahead of Somalia.
• Most Singaporeans are bilingual and English serves as the nation's lingua franca while Malay is the national language.
• Singapore has the highest religious diversity in any country, encouraging the right of citizens to choose any religious affiliation.
• Due to urbanisation, Singapore has lost over 95% of its historical forests. only about of its flora and fauna can be found in its natural reserves such as the Bukit Timah Natural Reserve and the Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve which comprise only 0.25% of Singapore's land area
• Singapore has a tropical rain forest climate with no distinctive seasons, uniform temperature and pressure, high humidity, and abundant rainfall.
• The government provides numerous assistance programmes to the homeless and needy through the Ministry of Social and Family Development, so acute poverty is rare.
• In 2015, Lonely Planet and The New York Times listed Singapore as their top and 6th best world destination to visit respectively.
• As Singapore is a small island with a high population density, the number of private cars on the road is restricted to curb pollution and congestion.
• Singaporean residents also travel by e-scooters, bicycles, bus, taxis and train
• Taxis are a popular form of public transport as the fares are relatively cheap compared to many other developed countries.
• Singapore is a major international transport hub in Asia, serving some of the busiest sea and air trade routes. 
• Access to water is universal, affordable, efficient and of high quality.
• Buddhism is the most widely practised religion in Singapore, with 33% of the resident population. The next-most practised religion is Christianity followed by Islam, Taoism and Hinduism 17% of the population did not have a religious affiliation
• Racial and religious harmony is regarded by Singaporeans as a crucial part of Singapore's success and played a part in building a Singaporean identity.
• Singapore's diversity of cuisine is touted as a reason to visit the country, one of the best locations when it comes to a combination of convenience, variety, quality and price.
• Hainanese Chicken rice based on the Hainanese dish, Wenchang chicken is considered Singapore's national dish.
• Water sports are some of the most popular in Singapore.
• The estimated flight time from Mogadishu, Somalia to Singapore is 8 hours, 35 minutes.

Georgia is known for its Caucasus mountain villages, its abundant monasteries, cathedrals and churches, and for being the home of Joseph Stalin! It is...

• According to the visa policy of Georgia, Somalia citizens can visit the country going through the process of obtaining an electronic visa.
• The visa policy is especially for a stay up for at least 30 days for visiting Somalia citizens.
• Citizens are expected to purchase onward and return tickets
• There are no records of certificates of vaccination to travel to Georgia
• Citizens are required to provide a passport valid beyond the duration of stay 
• Children aged 15 years old or younger travelling alone must have either a passport or a letter of consent from the parents.
• Travellers are allowed the free import of personal goods up to a weight of 100 kilogrammes; three litres of wine or 10 litres of beer; and 200 cigarettes.
• A veterinary health certificate is required from travellers bringing in cats and dogs 
• Travellers are not required to pay any airport tax upon their departure from the airport.
• There are no restrictions on importing local currency (GEL-Georgian Lari) and foreign currencies but restrictions are on foreign currencies beyond USD 500 at departure.
• Georgia uses the Eastern Daylight Time zone (GMT-4), hence, Somalia is 7 hours ahead of Georgia.
• The estimated flight time from Mogadishu, Somalia to Georgia is 6 hours.
• In Georgia, the power plugs and sockets are of type C and F. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
• Georgia's landscape ranges from low-land marsh-forests, swamps, and temperate rain forest to eternal snows and glaciers contains a small segment of semi-arid plains.
• The general landscape of eastern Georgia comprises numerous valleys and gorges that are separated by mountains. 
•  Tourist attractions in Georgia include more than 2,000 mineral springs over 12,000 historical and cultural monuments, four of which are recognised as UNESCO’s World Heritage Sites (Bagrati Cathedral in Kutaisi and Gelati Monastery, historical monuments of Mtskheta and Upper Svaneti).
• Transport in Georgia is provided by rail, road, ferry, and air.
• The official languages of Georgia are Georgian, with Abkhaz having an official status within the autonomous region of Abkhazia
• Christianity is the most predominant religion in the country which is followed closely with Islam.
• Georgia is known for its folklore, traditional music, Architecture, dances, theatre, cinema, and art.

Bolivia is a country of some 11 million people popular for its ancient Andean ruins, its thick jungles, and for having "zebras" control traffic.

• Somalia citizens can get a visa on arrival for travelling to Bolivia within the duration of 90 days.
• Citizens of Somalia can also apply for an electronic visa for a stay up to 90 days.
• Visitors are required to possess one copy of a filled visa application form at the port of entry.
• Visitors should also provide an original valid passport photograph that is recent and valid for at least for 6 months of 37mm by 37mm size.
• Departure tax would be levied on visitors staying in Bolivia beyond the duration of stipulated stay.
• Standard travel documents like passport or a national ID card will generally be needed for visitors intending to visit Bolivia.
• Citizens of Somalia from one year and above are required to show a certificate of Yellow Fever Vaccination upon entry.
• Visitors must apply for a separate visa (Specific Purpose Visa) to work, study, volunteer, or conduct business in Bolivia.
• Citizens of Somalia are also required to leave at least a page on their passports to obtain entry and exit stamps from the Bolivian authorities every time you enter or exit Bolivia.
• There are limited flights within Bolivia and to neighbouring countries. Flight delays and cancellations are common.
• Travellers below the age of eighteen must obtain authorization from the non-travelling parent or parents at a Bolivian Embassy or Consulate to exit Bolivia. 
• The estimated flight time from Mogadishu, Somalia to Bolivia is 15 hours, 44 minutes.
• Bolivia is currently on the Greenwich Meridian Time Zone 4 (GMT+4) hence, Somalia is 7 hours ahead of Bolivia.
• Transport in Bolivia is mostly by road while railways play a relatively small part in the country's transport system.
• Spanish is the first official language of Bolivia, together with as many as 40 other indigenous languages spoken by the inhabitants of this country. Some of the most important indigenous languages include Quechua, Aymara, Chiquitano and Tupi-Guarani.
• Christianity is the largest religion in Bolivia, with Roman Catholicism being the largest denomination. While a vast majority of Bolivians are Catholic Christians, a much smaller portion of the population participates actively.
• Because of its constant rainfall, Bolivia has a humid and tropical climate. Travellers are advised to purchase umbrellas, raincoats when visiting. The hottest days in Bolivia is between December and January.