Somalia visa requirements for Thais

Travel and visa requirements

Somali Visa is not required for Thais

Stay Duration: 30 days

Entry Requirements

  • Somalia is located in the Eastern part of Africa and has Mogadishu has its largest and capital city.
  • Thailand citizens can get Somalia tourist visas on arrival with the maximum stay of 30 days.
  • A travel document like a passport with at least a blank page for visa stamp on entry or national identity card is required.
  • The natural resources seen in Somalia are uranium, iron ore, tin, gypsum, bauxite, copper, salt and natural gas.
  • The official language of Somalia is Somali, Arabic and English. Other ethnic languages include Saho and Afar languages.
  • The official religion of Somalia is Islam.
  • The currency spent in Somalia is known as the Somali Shilling.
  • The import and export of local currency are limited to S200. The import of foreign currency is unlimited but must be declared upon arrival and exchanged at the national banks within five days of arrival.
  • Somalia's climate is tropical, usually hot all year round.
  • Somalia's East Africa Time is 3 hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time. The country does not operate Daylight Saving Time.
  • Vaccines required before entering Somalia; hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, cholera, yellow fever, rabies, meningitis, polio, chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia, and influenza.
  • Somalia uses 220V, 50Hz with socket and plug Type C.
  • Among the best places to visit in Somalia are; Kismayo National Park, Laas Geel, Berbera Seaside, National Museum of Somalia, and Shanghai Old city.
  • The time difference between Thailand and Somalia is 4 hours. Thailand is ahead of Somalia.
  • The operating airlines from Thailand to Somalia are Air India and Kenya Airways.
  • It takes 7 hours 25 minutes to get to Somalia from Thailand and covers 6,092 kilometers.

Frequently Asked Questions


Is credit card accepted in Somalia?

Yes, the Master card is actually the first credit card issued to make payments in Somalia.


How can I apply for Somalia tourist visa?

Thailand citizens visiting Somalia are eligible to receive their visa at the arrival airport. It is advised to visit the Somalia embassy nearest to you for more information and rules on visa on arrival.


When can I visit Somalia?

Based on Somalia's weather, the best time to visit Somalia is during the months of January and February. This is because the humidity of the rainy season has subsided and the temperatures are moderate.


What kind of outdoor activities can I do in Somalia?

Some of the outdoor activities you can do in Somalia include beach rides, hiking and camping tours, and ski and snow tours.