Travel from Gambia to Somalia is conditional — see requirements below
This is the generic answer for any Gambia citizen. Not legal or medical advice — verify with your airline and destination authorities before travel.
Gambia passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival in Somalia for stays of up to 30 days.
Generic country-level guidance for Somalia. Verify against the official source before you travel.
This page covers a direct flight to Somalia. If your route connects through a third country, that country may require its own transit visa — sometimes even for a short airside layover. Transit rules depend on your specific routing, so check the country you connect through separately, or analyse your full itinerary.
You're travelling to Somalia (SO). Your home cellular plan may or may not include data abroad — check your carrier's international options before you fly. An eSIM is a low-commitment alternative if your plan doesn't cover the destination or charges high roaming rates.
The US State Department publishes these advisories for your route. Somalia: Level 4 — Do Not Travel (as of 2026-05-21). This is the State Department's highest advisory. Consular help may be limited or unavailable; review the country page and confirm your insurance covers the situation before committing. This is a US State Department safety perspective, not an entry or boarding rule — it doesn't affect whether you can board, only what to be aware of on the ground. Travellers from other countries should also check their own government's advisory.
Your itinerary touches Gambia (GM) and Somalia (SO), where malaria transmission occurs. Transmission is often region-limited within a country (e.g. coastal vs highland zones) and varies by season. Discuss prophylaxis with a travel medicine clinician — the right antimalarial depends on the specific region, your medical history, and any medications you take.
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Sign in (free) to personalize →Typical September conditions at BSA (Somalia (SO)): hot. Typical lows around 28°C, highs around 39°C, little rain (~1mm for the month). Plan for high temperatures — daytime highs around 39°C. Light clothing, sun protection, and hydration are worth packing in.