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Some interesting facts about Somalia are listed in this table:
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Visa Requirement for Indians | Yes |
| Visa Application Fee | USD 64 (approx. INR 5,735) |
| Is Travel Insurance Mandatory for Somalia? | No. |
| Currency | Somali Shilling or SOS(1 SOS = INR 0.16 ) |
| International Airports | Aden Adde International Airport, Egal International Airport, Kismayo International Airport, Garowe International Airport |
| Time Zone | Eastern Africa Time (EAT) GMT+3 hours |
| Best Months to Visit | January to March |
No, travel insurance isn't obligatory to visit Somalia. You should still purchase a policy that offers medical coverage and emergency evacuation in Somalia. Given its limited infrastructure and expensive private medical care, if you need urgent medical services then your plan can cover expenses. Malaria, Dengue Fever, Yellow Fever, and Leishmaniasis are common diseases that you may face, which can cost you significantly.
What’s more, the country sees civil unrest and strikes leading to facilties closure, including airport. If you get stuck in Somalia due to these reasons, your policy can cover extra expenses because of unexpected trip extension/missed or cancelled flights.
Here are some popularoy benefits of having a travel insurance policy for Somalia:
Here are the different types of coverage in a travel insurance policy.
| Type of Coverage | Details |
|---|---|
| Personal Accident | Your policy will provide a lumpsum amount in the unfortunate event of death, permanent or partial disability, during the trip.* |
| Trip Cancellation or Curtailment | If you cancel or cut your trip short due to any covered reason, the insurer will reimburse your prepaid trip expenses.* |
| Personal Liability | If you accidentally damage a third person’s property or cause them injury while travelling, your insurance will help with any liabilities. |
| Missed Connection | If you miss your connecting flight because of a delay in your first flight, your policy will reimburse you additional costs like food and transportation. |
| Delay or Loss of Checked-in Baggage | If the airline loses or misplaces your checked baggage, you'll be eligible for compensation. |
*Note: You must check the inclusions and exclusions of the policy carefully before buying one.
Here is a step-by-step guide on how to get travel insurance for your Somalia trip online.

Follow the steps below if you wish to make a travel insurance claim for Somalia.

You can extend the coverage of your travel insurance policy by including these add-ons at an extra premium:
Yes, to enter Somalia, visitors from India must apply for a visa. The Immigration and Citizenship Agency website in Somalia allows you to do this online. The eVisa system is mandatory for all Indian visitors, including infants and children. Applications can be submitted online through the official government portal.
On your Somalia trip, make sure to check out these popular tourist spots:

Aditya Birla
Bajaj General
Care
Cholamandalam MS
Digit
Future Generali
HDFC ERGO General
ICICI Lombard
IFFCO Tokio
IndusInd General
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* Price shown is for a 30 day trip to Somalia with 50,000 dollar coverage for an adult of age 25 years