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Do not travel — a minority say proceed with extreme caution.

11 governments of 12 advise against all travel. 1 government advises against non-essential travel.

For informational purposes only — always verify with official government sources before travel.

United States
United States
Do Not Travel
Level 4
Do not travel to Somalia for any reason. The U.S. government has limited ability to offer emergency services to Americans in Somalia due to the safety risks. U.S. government employees working in…
Canada
Canada
Do Not Travel
Level 4
SOMALIA - AVOID ALL TRAVEL Avoid all travel to Somalia due to the volatile security situation and the high threat of domestic terrorism. If you choose to travel to Somalia despite this advisory, be…
Ireland
Ireland
Do Not Travel
Level 4
Do not travel to Somalia.
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Do Not Travel
Level 4
FCDO advises against all travel to Somalia, including Somaliland, except for the regions of Awdal, Maroodijeh, and Sahil. FCDO advises against all but essential travel to the regions…
New Zealand
New Zealand
Do Not Travel
Level 4
On the 4 th March, 2025, the US Embassy in Somalia issued an alert about potential imminent attacks against multiple locations, including Aden Adde International Airport. Terrorism, armed conflict,…
Netherlands
Netherlands
Avoid Non-Essential Travel
Level 3
Essential travel only to Somalia.
France
France
Do Not Travel
Level 4
Do not travel to Somalia.
Germany
Germany
Do Not Travel
Level 4
Do not travel to Somalia.
Poland
Poland
Do Not Travel
Level 4
Do not travel to Somalia.
Taiwan
Taiwan
Do Not Travel
Level 4
Leave Somalia as soon as possible.
South Korea
South Korea
Do Not Travel
Level 4
Do not travel to Somalia.
Japan
Japan
Do Not Travel
Level 4
(No specific region provided)

For informational purposes only — always verify with official government sources before travel.

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Where the governments disagree on Somalia

Netherlands alone rates Somalia at level 3. Every other government places it higher, all at level 4. Where one government is markedly more relaxed than the rest, the safer planning assumption is the majority view rather than the most reassuring one.

Currency varies between sources. New Zealand's is the oldest assessment of Somalia on file, last revised in December 2024, while the rest have been reviewed more recently.

Eleven of the twelve governments currently advise against all travel, and that has consequences beyond the wording: most policies void cover for travel taken against your own government's advice, and consular assistance may be limited or unavailable on the ground.

Derived from 12 government assessments for Somalia, most recently reviewed in October 2026.

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Mogadishu
A historic Indian Ocean port city with ancient mosque ruins, Lido Beach, and the Bakaara Market. The rebuilding capital shows resilience amid its complex political situation.
Hargeisa
The capital of self-declared Somaliland with the Laas Geel cave paintings and the bustling livestock market. The war memorial and money exchange market reflect the region's unique story.
Marka
A historic coastal town south of Mogadishu with coral stone architecture and fishing traditions. The Italian colonial-era lighthouse and port ruins speak to a layered history.
Berbera
A Red Sea port city in Somaliland with Ottoman-era buildings and ancient Egyptian trade connections. The pristine beaches and seasonal whale shark sightings draw adventurous visitors.
Kismayo
A southern port city and former Jubbaland capital with nearby pristine Indian Ocean beaches. The ancient trade connections and fishing culture define this coastal settlement.