The Embassy of Somalia in Berlin serves as the main point of contact for Somali nationals in Germany, handling consular matters and bilateral diplomatic relations.
Contact Details
| Address | Rheinstraße 10, 12159 Berlin, Germany |
| Telephone | +49 30 23 63 00 10 |
| Fax | +49 30 23 63 00 11 |
| somaliembassyberlin@gmail.com | |
| Website | www.bmeia.gv.at/oeb-berlin |
| Social Media | Facebook · X |
| Head of Mission | Mr. Abdiasis Mohamud Mohamed, Ambassador |
Opening Hours Embassy
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:00 – 15:30 |
| Tuesday | 09:00 – 15:30 |
| Wednesday | 09:00 – 15:30 |
| Thursday | 09:00 – 15:30 |
| Friday | 09:00 – 15:30 |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Please note that opening hours may change on public holidays. Contact the embassy to confirm current times.
Location of the Embassy
The embassy location is shown on the map above. Visitors are advised to confirm travel arrangements before their visit.
About the Somali Embassy in Berlin
The Somali Embassy in Berlin represents the Federal Republic of Somalia in Germany and supports diplomatic and political relations between Somalia and Germany. Formal diplomatic relations between the Federal Republic of Germany and Somalia date back to 1960.
Cooperation between the two countries includes political dialogue, humanitarian assistance, development cooperation and support for stability and reconstruction in Somalia. Germany is also involved in programmes focusing on areas such as economic development, vocational training, agriculture and food security.
In addition to its diplomatic role, the embassy serves as the principal Somali consular authority in Germany and provides assistance to Somali citizens living or travelling in Germany. The German Federal Foreign Office currently lists no additional Somali consulates or honorary consulates in Germany.
Visa Information
German citizens require prior travel authorisation for Somalia. Somalia introduced a mandatory electronic visa and eTAS system for foreign travellers in September 2025, with applications submitted online before departure through the official Somali immigration system.
Applicants should hold a passport that remains valid for at least six months and should verify all current documentation and entry requirements before travelling. Entry rules can change at short notice.
German authorities currently maintain a travel warning for Somalia because of terrorism, armed conflict, kidnapping and serious security risks. German citizens are strongly advised to consult the latest official travel and security information before considering travel.
Somali citizens generally require a visa to travel to Germany. Short visits normally require a Schengen visa, while longer stays for employment, study, vocational training or family reunification require the appropriate German national visa.
Because Germany has no embassy or consulate in Somalia, applicants residing in Somalia must follow the procedures of the responsible German mission. The German Embassy in Nairobi has consular responsibility for Somalia.
Consular Services
The Somali Embassy in Berlin provides consular and administrative assistance for Somali nationals in Germany. Available procedures depend on the individual request and may involve both the embassy and the responsible authorities in Somalia.
- Somali passport and travel document matters
- Consular assistance for Somali citizens in Germany
- Citizenship-related enquiries and documentation
- Powers of attorney and selected legal documents
- Document authentication and notarial procedures where available
- Information concerning Somali visa and immigration procedures
Somalia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs identifies passports, citizenship-related matters, notarisation and assistance for citizens abroad among its consular functions. However, the exact services available through an individual embassy can differ, so applicants should confirm the current procedure before submitting documents.
Some Somali government services are increasingly provided through digital systems. Applicants may therefore need to complete an electronic registration or application in addition to contacting the embassy.
Appointments
Procedures depend on the particular consular service required. Applicants should contact the Somali Embassy in Berlin or consult its official online services before visiting, particularly for passport applications, legal documents or other procedures requiring personal identification.
The embassy operates an online user-account system for certain services. Applicants should therefore check whether online registration or an appointment is required for their specific request before attending in person.
Somali residents seeking a German visa or formal German consular service must follow the appointment procedures of the German Embassy in Nairobi. Germany's Consular Services Portal can also be used for many national visa categories, while an in-person appointment remains necessary for biometric data and document verification.
Diplomatic Missions between Somalia and Germany
Somalia maintains its embassy in Berlin. According to the current listing of the German Federal Foreign Office, this is Somalia's diplomatic representation in Germany, and no additional Somali Consulates General, Consulates or Honorary Consulates are presently listed.
The situation in the opposite direction is unusual because Germany does not currently maintain an embassy or consulate inside Somalia.
Instead, the German Embassy in Nairobi, Kenya, is accredited to Somalia. Its administrative jurisdiction includes Kenya, Somalia and the Seychelles, while its consular district also includes Somalia.
The German Embassy in Nairobi provides the relevant German consular services for Somalia. This arrangement is particularly important for visa applications, passport matters and other formal consular procedures because German consular assistance cannot be provided locally in Somalia.
The diplomatic relationship is therefore maintained through the Somali Embassy in Berlin and Germany's regionally accredited embassy in Nairobi.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Somali Embassy in Berlin
Do German citizens need a visa for Somalia?
Yes. Travellers must obtain the required electronic travel authorisation before travelling to Somalia. Somalia introduced a mandatory electronic visa and eTAS system for foreign travellers in 2025. German authorities also maintain a travel warning for Somalia.
Do Somali citizens need a visa for Germany?
Yes. Somali citizens generally require a visa to enter Germany. Short visits normally require a Schengen visa, while longer stays require the appropriate German national visa.
Does Somalia have other consulates in Germany?
The German Federal Foreign Office currently lists the Somali Embassy in Berlin but no additional Somali Consulates General, Consulates or Honorary Consulates in Germany.
Does Germany have an embassy in Somalia?
No. Germany currently has no diplomatic or consular mission inside Somalia. The German Embassy in Nairobi, Kenya, is accredited to Somalia and is responsible for German consular matters concerning the country.
Information provided on this page about the Embassy of Somalia in Berlin is intended for general reference only. Contact details, appointment procedures, entry requirements and available services may change. Always confirm current information directly with the embassy or the responsible consular authority before your visit.