Somaliland has issued new regulations regarding aircraft using Somaliland's airspace. | Horn Post

HARGEISA, (Hornpost) –The Ministry of Civil Aviation and Airport Development of the Republic of Somaliland has issued new regulations regarding aircraft using Somaliland’s airspace.

This press release was signed by the Minister of Civil Aviation and Airport Development of the Republic of Somaliland, Mr. Fuad Ahmed Nuh.

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Republic of Somaliland

Ministry of Civil Aviation and Airports Development

Press Statement

For Immediate Release

Date: November 2nd, 2025

Issued by: Ministry of Civil Aviation & Airports Development Republic of Somaliland

Authorization Requirement Directive for Overflight and Use of Somaliland Airspace The Ministry of Civil Aviation and Airports Development (MOCAAD) of the Republic of Somaliland announces a new directive requiring all civil aircraft scheduled, non-scheduled, commercial, and general aviation to obtain prior authorization (Overflight Permit) before entering, transiting, or operating within Somaliland airspace.

Effective 10th November 2025, this directive is issued in accordance with the Convention on International Civil Aviation (Chicago Convention, 1944) and reaffirms the Republic of Somaliland’s complete jurisdiction and exclusive sovereignty over its land, maritime, and airspace.

This measure aims to:

Ensure safe, secure, and orderly air navigation in accordance with ICAO standards and recommended practices.

Strengthen air traffic management, meteorological, and aeronautical information services.

Enhance emergency response, technical landing support, and Search and Rescue (SAR) operations at Hargeisa Egal International Airport (HGA) and Berbera International Airport (BBO).

Unauthorized overflight without prior approval constitutes a violation of national sovereignty and may result in enforcement actions under applicable national and international aviation laws.

MOCAAD reaffirms its commitment to maintaining safe, efficient, and cooperative international air navigation, and appreciates the continued collaboration of all airlines, operators, and partner states in ensuring compliance with this directive.

Source: Ministry of Civil Aviation & Airports Development

Hargeisa, Republic of Somaliland

Ministry of Civil Aviation and Airports Development
Press Statement

the Minister of Civil Aviation and Airport Development of the Republic of Somaliland, Mr. Fuad Ahmed Nuh.

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