MozambiqueSomalia: e-Visa

MozambiqueSomalia

Do Mozambique passport holders need a visa for Somalia?

e-Visa

Yes. Mozambique passport holders need a visa for Somalia, available online as an e-visa before travel.

An e-visa must be applied for and approved online before travel.

Source: immigration.gov.so (checked September 18, 2026).

Requiremente-Visa

Maximum stayLength of stay varies

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelYes, arrange in advance

Data as of2026-10-19

Distance3,406 km, straight line (~4h 30m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Somalia1 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Somalia passport holders visiting Mozambique: Visa required.

Somalia drives on the right, the opposite side to Mozambique. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

Visa-free alternatives near Somalia

Mozambique passport holders can visit these nearby destinations without a visa in advance:

Other visa-free destinations for Mozambique passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Mozambique passport holders need a visa for Somalia?

Yes. Mozambique passport holders need a visa for Somalia, available online as an e-visa before travel.

How far is Somalia from Mozambique?

About 3,406 km in a straight line, roughly ~4h 30m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Somalia?

Somali shilling (SOS).

What is the emergency number in Somalia?

555 / 888 / 999.

Does Somalia drive on the same side of the road as Mozambique?

Somalia drives on the right, the opposite side to Mozambique. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

What time zone is Somalia in?

Mogadishu (UTC+3).

What is the nearest airport to Mogadishu?

Aden Adde International Airport (MGQ), about 7 km away.

How many countries can enter Somalia without a visa?

1 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Somalia visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

What nearby countries can Mozambique passport holders visit without a visa instead of Somalia?

Kenya, Ethiopia, Seychelles, Tanzania, Uganda, Comoros.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.

About Mozambique

Mozambique, officially the Republic of Mozambique, is a country in Southern Africa bordered by the Indian Ocean to the east, Tanzania to the north, Malawi and Zambia to the northwest, Zimbabwe to the west, and Eswatini and South Africa to the south and southwest. The sovereign state is separated from the Comoros, Mayotte, and Madagascar through the Mozambique Channel to the east. The capital and largest city is Maputo.

CapitalMaputo

RegionEastern Africa

Population35.6M

Area801,590 km²

CurrencyMozambican metical (1 USD ≈ 63.65 MZN)

LanguagesPortuguese

Calling code+258

Drives on theleft

TimezoneMaputo (UTC+2)

Nearest airportMaputo Airport (MPM), 5 km

Emergency number117 / 119 / 198

UNESCO sites2

Income levelLow income

GDP per capita$627 (2025)

Tourist arrivals2M (2019)

Climate in Maputo

Warmest January, coolest July, driest May, sunniest March. Best time to visit: March, May, June, July, August, September, November.

Monthly climate normals for Maputo, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	30.3°C	23.3°C	94mm	353h
February	29.6°C	22.9°C	293mm	282h
March	29.5°C	21.5°C	23mm	354h
April	27.3°C	20°C	111mm	280h
May	26.3°C	17°C	7mm	317h
June	23.9°C	14.9°C	65mm	286h
July	23.8°C	13.7°C	13mm	306h
August	25.5°C	15.4°C	14mm	285h
September	26.1°C	17.7°C	23mm	295h
October	26.7°C	19.3°C	76mm	296h
November	29.7°C	21.5°C	32mm	314h
December	30°C	22.8°C	173mm	342h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Mozambique is a country on the Indian Ocean coast of Southern Africa. From the Monte Binga peak, 2,436 m (7,992 ft) high, to the stunning beaches along the coast, Mozambique is a country of contrasts. As well as some of the best colonial era architecture and relics to be found on the continent, Mozambique has also preserved its African cultural heritage, which can be experienced through art, music and food. Its eastern coastline along the Indian Ocean is more than 1,000 km long, a fantastic draw for scuba divers, fishermen, sailors and beach lovers.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Island of Mozambique
Maputo National Park

Upcoming public holidays

December 25, 2026Natal

January 1, 2027Dia de Ano Novo

February 3, 2027Dia do Heroi Nacional

Full source list on About.

About Somalia

Somalia, officially the Federal Republic of Somalia, is the easternmost country in continental Africa. Stretching across the Horn of Africa, it borders Ethiopia to the west, Djibouti to the northwest, Kenya to the southwest, the Gulf of Aden to the north, and the Indian Ocean to the east. Somalia has the longest coastline on Africa's mainland. Somalia has an estimated population over 19 million, of which 2.7 million live in the capital and largest city, Mogadishu. As one of Africa's most ethnically homogeneous countries, around 85% of its residents are ethnic Somalis. The official and national language of the country is Somali, and Arabic is recognised as a second language. The overwhelming majority of the population are Sunni Muslims.

CapitalMogadishu

RegionEastern Africa

Population19.7M

Area637,657 km²

CurrencySomali shilling (1 USD ≈ 571.45 SOS)

LanguagesArabic, Somali

Calling code+252

Drives on theright

TimezoneMogadishu (UTC+3)

Nearest airportAden Adde International Airport (MGQ), 7 km

Emergency number555 / 888 / 999

Income levelLow income

GDP per capita$661 (2025)

Climate in Mogadishu

Warmest April, coolest August, driest February, sunniest December. Best time to visit: January, February, March, May, September, October, December.

Monthly climate normals for Mogadishu, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	31.9°C	24.5°C	8mm	361h
February	31.5°C	24.4°C	2mm	335h
March	31.7°C	25.7°C	21mm	364h
April	31.3°C	25.9°C	93mm	349h
May	29.5°C	25.3°C	69mm	361h
June	27.9°C	24.5°C	81mm	333h
July	26.8°C	23.4°C	122mm	338h
August	26.5°C	23.1°C	84mm	358h
September	27.8°C	23.6°C	37mm	351h
October	29.1°C	24.7°C	29mm	345h
November	29.3°C	24.3°C	77mm	338h
December	31°C	24.1°C	11mm	367h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Somalia is a country on the Horn of Africa. Once the centre of many powerful sultanates and an Italian colony, the country has been in a state of chaos and turmoil since the 1980s. The country suffers from a myriad of social problems such as warfare, terrorism, corruption, political instability, and general lawlessness, and it isn't exactly your typical family destination.

Upcoming public holidays

January 1, 2027New Year's Day

May 1, 2027Labour Day

June 26, 2027Independence Day

Full source list on About.