Somali Passport: Visa-Free Countries

As of October 2026, Somali passport holders can visit 10 countries visa-free, plus 67 with e-visa or visa on arrival.

The Somali passport is ranked #188 of 193 worldwide by visa-free access. See the full passport rankings.

The Somali passport allows access to 10 countries without a visa. Additionally, it enables entry with an e-visa to 55 countries and visas on arrival to 12 countries. However, a visa is required for travel to 112 countries.

With a population of approximately 15.9 million people, Somalia is located in the Horn of Africa. It is the easternmost country on the continent, bordered by the Gulf of Aden and the Indian Ocean.

The Somali passport ranks 104th in terms of travel freedom, according to the Henley Passport Index. This ranking is based on the number of countries its holders can access without a visa.

Some destinations that require a visa for Somali passport holders accept a valid US, UK, Canadian or Schengen visa or residence permit instead. Check which ones in our guide to traveling with a residence permit.

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Nearby countries

The nearest visa free countries to visit for Somali passport holders are Kenya, Rwanda, Benin, Malaysia, Gambia and Micronesia.

Visa free countries

So, where can Somalis travel without a visa? We have listed all the countries where Somalia citizens can travel visa-free, eliminating the hassle of visa paperwork.

Africa

🇧🇯 Benin (90 days)
🇬🇲 Gambia (N/A)
🇰🇪 Kenya (90 days)
🇷🇼 Rwanda (90 days)

Americas

🇩🇲 Dominica (21 days)
🇭🇹 Haiti (3 months)
🇻🇨 Saint Vincent and the Grenadines (1 month)

Asia

🇲🇾 Malaysia (30 days)

Oceania

🇫🇲 Micronesia (30 days)
🇼🇸 Samoa (60 days)

This data has been sourced from Wikipedia.

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Frequently asked questions

How many countries can Somali passport holders visit without a visa?

Somali passport holders can visit 10 countries visa-free, plus 67 countries with e-visa or visa on arrival, as of October 2026.

Which countries are visa-free for Somali passport holders?

Somali passport holders can travel visa-free to Kenya, Rwanda, Benin, Malaysia, Gambia, Micronesia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Dominica, and 2 more countries.

What are the visa requirements for Somalia citizens?

Of the destinations tracked for Somalia, 10 are visa-free, 55 can be visited with an e-visa and 12 with a visa on arrival, while 112 require a visa, as of October 2026.