Somalia: Visa Implementing Decision
29.06.2026 / 09:00 | Aktualizováno: 02.08.2026 / 07:04
In accordance with Art. 25a of the Schengen Visa Code, the Council Implementing Decision 2026/1454 suspending certain provisions of the Visa Code in respect of Somalia has been adopted. These measures have been applied with effect from 25 June 2026 until further notice.
The measures apply to Somali nationals who are subject to the visa requirement for entry into the Schengen Area and who submit applications for Schengen visas, regardless of their place of residence.
The measures do not apply to Somali nationals who are family members of EU citizens.
The following measures apply to Schengen visa applications submitted by Somali nationals:
- all applicants must submit all required supporting documents
- holders of diplomatic and service passports are required to pay the visa fee
- the processing time for visa applications is extended to 45 days (instead of the standard 15 days)
- Schengen visas may only be issued for a single entry
Important links: Council Implementing Decision 2026/1454