French visa for Somalian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Somalian passport holders visiting France for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Somalian citizens to enter France for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | France e-visa for Somalian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | France visa on arrival for Somalian citizens | Not Available | |
France tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Somalian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in France.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from France.
If you are looking for France visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Somalia, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of France nearest your place of residence.
- Djibouti: The Embassy of in Djibouti, ~ 792.22 kilometers (492.26 mi) away from Mogadishu, Somalia. (Working hours: Close now).
- Addis Ababa: The Embassy of in Addis Ababa, ~ 924.84 kilometers (574.67 mi) away from Mogadishu, Somalia. (Working hours: Close now).
France visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest France diplomatic mission offices to Somalia for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Somalia traveling to France from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Somalia) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 792 | N/A |
| 2009 | 768 | -3.03% |
| 2010 | 766 | -0.26% |
| 2011 | 805 | 5.09% |
| 2012 | 820 | 1.86% |
| 2013 | 836 | 1.95% |
| 2014 | 837 | 0.12% |
| 2015 | 845 | 0.96% |
| 2016 | 827 | -2.13% |
| 2017 | 868 | 4.96% |
| 2018 | 893 | 2.88% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
France & Somalia comparison
France's area is approximately 547,557 km2 (211,412 sq mi), while the area of Somalia is approximately 627,340 km2 (242,217 sq mi). This means Somalia is 14.57% larger than France.
As of April 2024, France's population is ~65.8 million people - 48,098,367 more people than the population of Somalia.
We have highlighted France & Somalia’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| France | Somalia | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 65,847,917 | 17,749,550 | 48.1 million more people live in France than Somalia |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 267 | 2 | France has 265 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Somalia. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 143 | 9 | France passport holders can visit 134 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 479 | 8 | French hosts 471 more foreign missions than Somalia. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Somalia travel to France in one year?
The number of visitors from Somalia visiting France in 2018 was approximately 893.
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| Wind | 7.02 km/h | |
| Sunrise | 09:52 AM | |
Useful Information
- Paris to Mogadishu: 6018.27 km (3739.58 mi)
- Travel time: 12 hours 32 minutes
This page was last updated on: April 2024