Somalia travel advice: FCDO advises against all travel
The UK FCDO advises against all travel to Somalia, including Somaliland, except for the regions of Awdal, Maroodijeh, and Sahil, where it advises against all but essential travel. This is due to the threat from terrorist groups and continuing violence, with recent increased fighting near Mogadishu.
Impact and considerations
Somalia's security situation is severe; travelers need to be aware of high-risk areas, and businesses should assess employee safety risks.
Key points
- FCDO advises against all travel to Somalia, including Somaliland.
- Only essential travel is advised to Awdal, Maroodijeh, and Sahil.
- Threat from terrorist groups and continuing violence are the main reasons.
- Recent increased fighting near Mogadishu.
- UK government support is severely limited in the region.
Sources and time
- Primary source
- UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
- Other sources
- 0
- First source publication
- 4 Jun 2026, 22:57
- Page published
- 12 Aug 2026, 14:25
- Last updated
- 4 Jun 2026, 22:57
- Original links
- FCDO Travel Advice：Somalia travel advice (opens in a new tab)Primary source · en · Published 4 Jun 2026, 22:57