How to get an eVisa for Djibouti
Complete online application
Prepare your passport and fill in our simple online form in less than 5 minutes
Receive your travel visa
We will send you your approved document in a few days - without you having to go anywhere!
Start your journey
Show your passport and the visa we sent you when you arrive at your destination.
Visa Requirements for Djibouti
- A copy of your valid passport
- A passport photograph
- Proof of hotel reservation, or letter of invitation
- Flight ticket
- An email address to receive the visa
- A bank card to pay
If any of these elements are missing, your application will be saved so that you can complete it at a later stage.
The application procedure is entirely online, and if you apply through Visagov, you will find a form in your language, simplified, and designed to minimise rejections due to possible errors.
It will not take you more than 5 minutes to complete.
When you receive your approved e-Visa, you must print it out and present it with your passport upon arrival.
Do you need more information? See our complete guide: How to get a visa for Djibouti
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FAQ
Do I need a visa for the Djibouti?
All foreigners traveling to Djibouti for tourism or business purposes need a valid e-visa to enter the country.
Do I need any vaccines to travel to Djibouti?
If you come from a country where yellow fever is endemic, you will need to provide proof of yellow fever vaccination once you arrive in Djibouti.
When will I receive my e-Visa for Djibouti?
After you submit your application, the waiting time for the approval is usually 2 to 4 working days.
How can I check the status of my e-Visa for Djibouti?
On our website, you can access your panel with your application ID number (the code you get when you submit your application), where you can consult the status of your application at all times.
Do I need to print the e-Visa for Djibouti?
Yes, you have to present your printed visa, as well as the receipt of your payment.
How long is the e-Visa valid for Djibouti?
The period of validity of your e-visa depends on the visa that you will request when filling out the form. You can choose between a transit visa which will be valid for 14 days or a tourist visa valid for 90 days.
How long does it take to get a visa for Djibouti?
The approval of your visa will not be immediate, it usually takes between 2 to 4 working days.
How long does it take to process an e-Visa for Djibouti?
Submitting your application will take no more than 5 minutes once you have all the requested documents.
Check your eligibility
Use our eligibility checker to find out if you match with the requirements.
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eVisa for Djibouti: More information
All foreign citizens travelling to Djibouti must apply for a visa at the embassy or an electronic visa before entering the country.
The only nationalities exempt from visa requirements are Singapore and China. All other citizens are required to apply for a visa. Most nationalities can apply for a visa online, which has been available since 2018. This visa greatly speeds up the application process and avoids unnecessary travel.
Depending on which Djibouti e-Visa you apply for, it will allow you a 14- or 90-day tourist or business stay. In either case, the visa allows only a single entry to the country.
To be approved for an entry visa, you must not have a criminal record or any outstanding debt to the government of Djibouti. The government authorities reserve the right of admission and will deny entry to the country, even with an approved visa, to persons who may represent a threat to national security or interests.
