Sunday, May 24, 2026 (Baidoa Online) -The Directorate of Immigration and Citizenship Service of Somalia has been closely monitoring recent travel challenges affecting Somali citizens traveling to the Arab Republic of Egypt.
This decision comes after several Somali passengers traveling to Egypt were reportedly stranded at Cairo International Airport, an incident that triggered widespread public outrage and concern among families and the general public.
As a result, the Directorate has announced a temporary suspension of the “OK-to-Board” travel authorization for Egypt, effective today, 24 May 2026.
The authority further clarifies that Somali citizens traveling to Egypt will now be required to obtain a valid visa issued exclusively by the Egyptian Consulate.
The Directorate of Immigration and Citizenship Service reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring safe, orderly, and regulated travel procedures, while also strengthening the longstanding diplomatic and travel relations between the Federal Republic of Somalia and the Arab Republic of Egypt.
