What Languages Do They Speak In Somaliland?

Explore the languages spoken in Somaliland on an interactive map.

Somaliland Languages: Quick FactsSomaliland flag

Languages

3

Somali, English, Arabic

Population

3,500,000

Cost of living

NaN

Index: N/A

Safety / crime index

Nan

Crime Index: N/A

Do They Speak English in Somaliland?

English proficiency

Nan

No EF ranking is stored for this country in the current dataset.

In short

English usage varies across Somaliland. In major cities and tourist-facing areas, you may find English speakers, but knowing some Somali is still recommended.

FAQ

Somaliland Language FAQ

Short answers to common questions about the main languages, English usage, and communication in Somaliland.

  • People in Somaliland speak Somali, English, Arabic.

  • The main languages spoken in Somaliland are Somali, English, Arabic.

  • English is present in some settings, but local language ability is still useful in Somaliland.

What languages do they speak in Somaliland?

People in Somaliland speak Somali, English, Arabic.

What is the main language in Somaliland?

The main languages spoken in Somaliland are Somali, English, Arabic.

Can you get by with English in Somaliland?

English is present in some settings, but local language ability is still useful in Somaliland.

Looking For A Bilingual Job?

Sign up to get notified on the best bilingual jobs based on your language skills:

English

Click the button to add 2nd language