Destination Guides
Somalia

 
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Currency

Somali Shilling (SOS) = 100 cents. Notes are in denominations of SOS500, 100, 50, 20, 10 and 5. Coins are in denominations of SOS1, and 50, 10 and 5 cents.

 
Currency Exchange

US Dollar bills are the easiest currency to exchange; hotels are the easiest and safest places. Avoid money changers in crowded areas.

 
Credit/Debit Cards and ATMs

Not accepted.

 
Traveller's Cheques

US traveller’s cheques are preferred but generally not recommended.

 
Banking Hours

Sat-Thurs 0800-1130.

 
Exchange Rate Indicators

Date Apr 07
£1.00= SOS2,640.21
$1.00= SOS1,355.00
Eur;1.00= SOS1,783.45

 
 
uty Free
 
Overview

The following goods may be imported into Somalia without incurring customs duty:

• 400 cigarettes or 40 cigars or 400g of tobacco.
• One bottle of wine or spirits.
• A reasonable amount of perfume for personal use.