Op-Ed: The Difference Between Somalia “E-Visa” System and Somaliland’s “Visa on Arrival” System

Somaliland Immigration Reaffirms Visa on Arrival Policy for Streamlined Entry

The Somaliland Immigration and Border Control (SIBC), under the leadership of Acting Commissioner Brig. Gen. Mohamed Ali Mohamed, issued a public notice today reaffirming its commitment to facilitating lawful, orderly, and efficient travel to the Republic of Somaliland. The announcement, rooted in Somaliland Immigration Law No. 72 (1995) and the Delineation of the Administrative System and Independent Agencies (Law No. 71/2015), builds on a Sept…

Op-Ed: The Difference Between Somalia “E-Visa” System and Somaliland’s “Visa on Arrival” System

https://www.horndiplomat.com/feed/ By Ali Ibrahim “Baqdaadi” During the last 10 days, many circles—particularly those in the diaspora—have expressed confusion between two announcements: the E-Visa system launched by President Hassan Sheikh of Somalia on September 1, 2025, and the “Visa on Arrival” policy announced by Somaliland on September 9, 2025. While the timing of these announcements may have […] The post Op-Ed: The Difference Between Somal…

The Difference Between Somalia “ E-Visa “ system  and Somaliland’s “Visa on Arrival”  system

During the last 10 days , many circles—particularly those in the diaspora—have expressed confusion between two announcements: the E-Visa system launched by President Hassan Sheikh of Somalia on September 1, 2025, and  “ Visa on Arrival “ policy announced by Somaliland on September 9, 2025. While the timing of these announcements may have contributed to the confusion, it is essential to understand that these  two systems  are  different systems, …