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How to apply for your Djibouti visa with iVisa

Complete your online application

Answer a few simple questions to find out whether you need a Djibouti eVisa or another document to visit the country. Then, upload your documents, and pay securely. You can save your progress and come back anytime. Most people finish in less than 10 minutes.

We’ll guide you through any unclear steps during the application process.

We review your application

The Djibouti visa system is known for being difficult to navigate – your photo must be the right size, and your passport scan must be clear.

We check for errors, missing information, or anything that could slow down your approval.

We submit it for government processing

We’re not the Djibouti government, but we submit your application to them and are here for you along the way if there are any problems.

Get your Djibouti visa

We’ll email your approved Djibouti visa and let you know how to use it for your trip.

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Visa types needed for Djibouti

Djibouti Tourist e-Visa
Other Djibouti visas*

Djibouti Tourist e-Visa

Purpose: The Djibouti eVisa is issued for travelers visiting Djibouti for tourism, business, family visits, or short-term transit purposes.

Duration and extensions: Djibouti eVisas are typically issued for short stays of up to 90 days. Extensions may be possible by applying to the immigration authorities in Djibouti, subject to approval.

Entries: The eVisa is generally issued as a single-entry visa.

Ports of entry: Djibouti eVisa holders must enter through approved entry points, primarily Djibouti–Ambouli International Airport. Entry via certain land borders may be restricted for eVisa holders.

Delivery format: The approved eVisa is sent via email as a PDF. Travelers must print a copy of the approved eVisa and present it, along with their valid passport, upon arrival in Djibouti.

Other Djibouti visas*

Diplomatic, Official & Service Visa – Issued for government or diplomatic travel, with duration and entries depending on mission status.

Entry Visa (Precursor to Work/Residence/Study) – A required first step for long-term stay (work, study, or residency), usually single-entry and non-extendable, followed by a residence permit.

Work Permit/Visa – Granted for employment in Djibouti, renewable based on contract, and requires an employer application.

Residence Permit – Required for long-term residence after an entry visa or work permit, renewable through the Ministry of Interior, and functions as official ID.

*We currently don't offer these Djibouti visas.

Djibouti visa policy

Citizens of many countries — including the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia, India, South Africa, and most European Union member states — are required to apply for a Djibouti eVisa prior to travel. Djibouti primarily issues visas through an online eVisa system.

General Djibouti visa requirements are:

Passport valid for at least six months from the date of arrival
Completed online visa application form
Recent passport-size photo
Travel details (such as round-trip flight itinerary and accommodation address)
Valid email address to receive the approved eVisa
Payment of the applicable visa fee
Additional supporting documents depending on the purpose of travel (such as a business invitation letter, if applicable)

Djibouti visa prices

Djibouti Tourist e-Visa

Prices starting from $49.99

Valid for 3 months after issued

Single entry

Stay up to 30 days per entry

Fast facts

iVisa approval rate?

99%

Average time it takes to apply?

10 mins

Main reason for denials?

Missing documents

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FAQs

How long does it take to get a Djibouti eVisa approved online?

Processing typically takes 4–7 days after you submit your online application.

What types of Djibouti eVisas are available and how long are they valid for?

You can get an eVisa if you’re traveling for tourism, family visits, business, or transiting through the country. It’s a single-entry permit valid for 90 days, and allows stays for up to 14 days or 90 days, depending on the purpose of travel.

Can I extend my Djibouti eVisa after I arrive?

No. Djibouti eVisas are single-entry and cannot be extended once you're inside the country. Overstaying can lead to fines, so plan your exit or apply for a different visa type in advance.

Is a visa on arrival available for Djibouti for regular passport holders?

No. Visas on arrival are mainly available to holders of diplomatic, official, or service passports.

What documents are needed for a Djibouti tourist eVisa application?

You’ll need a valid passport, a recent passport photo, proof of accommodation or an invitation letter, a return or onward flight itinerary, and a yellow fever certificate (if traveling from a risk country).