Burundi
Somalia
Somalia visa for Burundian citizens
Entry requirement
Burundian citizens can get a visa on arrival in Somalia, valid for stays of up to 30 days.
- Maximum stay
- 30 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Somali citizens travelling to Burundi
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Travel advice for Somalia
- US State Department Level 4: Do not travel
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) Advises against all travel to parts of the country
- German Foreign Office Travel warning for the whole country (Reisewarnung)
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
Before travelling from Burundi to Somalia, it helps to know the official travel advice: the US State Department rates Somalia at Level 4, do not travel (updated 20 May 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office advises against all travel to parts of Somalia (updated 4 June 2026) and the German Foreign Office has a travel warning (Reisewarnung) for Somalia (updated 13 October 2026). Each ministry writes for its own citizens.
Good to know
How long Burundian citizens can stay in Somalia
Burundian citizens may stay in Somalia for up to 30 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Somalia.
How Burundian citizens apply
Burundian citizens receive the visa for Somalia at the port of entry, so they should have their passport, the fee and any documents the officers may ask for, such as a return ticket.
Somalia’s neighbours for Burundian citizens
Kenya admits Burundian citizens visa-free.
Somali citizens travelling to Burundi
Somali citizens can get a visa on arrival in Burundi, valid for stays of up to 30 days. The rule is the same in both directions between Burundi and Somalia.
Frequently asked questions
Do Burundian citizens need a visa for Somalia?
Burundian citizens can get a visa on arrival in Somalia, valid for stays of up to 30 days.
How long can Burundian citizens stay in Somalia?
Burundian citizens can stay in Somalia for up to 30 days with a visa on arrival.
Do Somali citizens need a visa for Burundi?
Somali citizens can get a visa on arrival in Burundi, valid for stays of up to 30 days.
Can Burundian citizens enter Somalia visa-free?
No; Burundian citizens need a visa on arrival in Somalia.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 7 November 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.