U.S. Embassy in Somalia

Location:  Somalia

Event:  Effective March 18, the Federal Government of Somalia has implemented measures to limit the spread of COVID-19.   International flights to all Somali airports have been suspended for a period of 15 days.  Domestic flights within Somalia are not affected.  If you are experiencing unexpected flight cancellations please contact your airline.

The Department of State has issued a Global Level 3 Health Advisory for COVID-19.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 2 Global COVID-19 Outbreak Notice.

Actions to Take:

• Check with your airlines regarding any updated information about your travel plans and/or restrictions.
• Have a plan to depart Somalia at the earliest possible opportunity.
• Consult the CDC website for the most up-to-date information.
• For the most recent information on what you can do to reduce your risk of contracting COVID-19, please see the CDC’s latest recommendations.
• Visit the COVID-19 crisis page on travel.state.gov for the latest information.
• Visit our Embassy webpage on COVID-19 for information on conditions in Somalia.
• Visit the Department of Homeland Security’s website on the latest travel restrictions to the United States.

Assistance:

• U.S. Embassy Nairobi, Kenya
  Limuru Road
  Nairobi, Kenya
  +254 (0) 20 363 6451
  +254 (0) 20 363 6170 (after hours)
  kenya_acs@state.gov
• State Department – Consular Affairs
  888-407-4747 or 202-501-4444
• Somalia Country Information
• Enroll in Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive security updates
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