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Djibouti visas

Djibouti tourist visa

Tourists can apply online for a single-entry visit visa valid for 15–90 days.

Ways to get a Djibouti tourist visa

  1. Tourist eVisa (online visa)

    eVisa

    Foreign visitors travelling for tourism can apply.

    Stay
    15–90 days.
    Valid for
    15–90 days.
    Entries
    Single entry.
    Fee
    $23.
    1. Apply online for a visit eVisa for tourism.
    2. Enter through Ambouli International Airport or another border crossing.

  2. Visa-free visit

    No visa needed

    Hong Kong citizens can enter without a visa for 14 days.

    Stay
    Up to 14 days.

    Passports that qualify (1)

  3. Visa from an embassy or consulate

    Visa needed

    Visitors who need a visa can obtain one from a Djiboutian diplomatic mission before arrival.

  4. Visa on arrival

    Visa on arrival

    Eligibility is unclear. Timatic, an airline travel-rules database, lists all nationalities with any valid passport type. The government lists only diplomatic, official and service passport holders.

Who needs it

Tourists who do not qualify for visa-free entry need a visa.

Who doesn't

Hong Kong citizens can visit without a visa for 14 days. Other exemptions depend on nationality and passport type.

How to apply

  1. Apply online for a visit eVisa for tourism.
  2. Enter through Ambouli International Airport or another border crossing.

Good to know

  • The visit eVisa allows one entry.
  • The eVisa is issued only for tourism or business visits.
  • The government recommends applying for an eVisa.
  • A visa from a Djiboutian embassy or consulate before travel is another route.

Questions

Do I need a tourist visa for Djibouti?

Tourists who do not qualify for visa-free entry need a visa. Hong Kong citizens can visit without a visa for 14 days. Other exemptions depend on nationality and passport type.

What are the ways to get a tourist visa for Djibouti?

There are 4 options: Tourist eVisa (online visa) (an online visa); Visa-free visit (no visa at all); Visa from an embassy or consulate (a visa from an embassy); Visa on arrival (a visa at the border).

Who can go to Djibouti without a tourist visa?

Hong Kong citizens can enter without a visa for 14 days.

Can I apply online for Djibouti?

Yes: Tourist eVisa (online visa). Foreign visitors travelling for tourism can apply.

How long can I stay on a Djibouti tourist visa?

15–90 days with a short-stay eVisa.

How much does a Djibouti tourist visa cost?

$23 for a short-stay eVisa covering 15–90 days.

How long is a Djibouti tourist visa valid?

15–90 days. Entries: Single entry..

How do I apply for a Djibouti tourist visa?

1. 1. Apply online for a visit eVisa for tourism. 2. 2. Enter through Ambouli International Airport or another border crossing.

What rules do I have to follow on a Djibouti tourist visa?

The visit eVisa allows one entry. The eVisa is issued only for tourism or business visits.

Does my passport change whether I need a tourist visa for Djibouti?

Yes. Rules depend on the country that issued your passport. Open the Djibouti visa page and choose your passport for a plain answer.

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