About Djibouti eVisa

The Djibouti eVisa is a one-entry online visa implemented in 2018 to facilitate the visa application process and speed up the procedure for all 180 eligible countries.

Eligible applicants can apply either for a 14-day or 90-day single-entry visa which enables visiting Djibouti for tourism-related purposes exclusively. Its validity is 3 months from the date of issue.

Choose one of the available types of electronic visas for Djibouti and submit your visa application in a few intuitive steps.

There are only a few basic requirements to submit the Djibouti visa online application. Forget about the need to visit any embassy or consulate, waste time in long queues, or submit an endless amount of paperwork.

Your Djibouti eVisa should be approved within around 3 business days. The approved eVisa is delivered to the applicant via email in PDF format.

Djibouti eVisa

Types of Djibouti eVisa

  • a 14-day one-entry visa
  • a 90-day one-entry visa

Note: Djibouti electronic visa serves only tourism and leisure-related purposes. Should you need to visit Djibouti for any other purposes, remember to contact the nearest Djiboutian embassy and obtain a relevant visa.

Eligible countries

Below, you will find if you are eligible for Djibouti eVisa. Consult the list and check if you can apply for a Djibouti visa online.

  • * Andorra
  • ** Anguilla (UK)
  • ** Antigua and Barbuda
  • * Argentina
  • ** Aruba (NL)
  • Australia
  • Austria
  • ** Azerbaijan
  • ** Bahamas
  • ** Barbados
  • Belgium
  • * Bolivia
  • * Brazil
  • British Virgin Islands (UK)
  • Brunei
  • * Bulgaria
  • ** Cameroon
  • Canada
  • ** Caribbean Netherlands (NL)
  • ** Cayman Islands (UK)
  • * Chile
  • China
  • * Colombia
  • ** Cote d’Ivoire (Ivory Coast)
  • * Croatia
  • ** Cuba
  • ** Curaçao (NL)
  • ** Cyprus
  • * Czech Republic
  • Denmark
  • ** Dominica
  • ** Dominican Republic
  • * Ecuador
  • ** Egypt
  • * Estonia
  • ** Falkland Islands (Malvinas) (UK)
  • ** Faroe Islands (DK)
  • Finland
  • France
  • ** French Guiana (FR)
  • ** Gabon
  • Georgia
  • Germany
  • ** Ghana
  • Greece
  • ** Grenada
  • ** Guadeloupe (FR)
  • * Guyana
  • ** Haiti
  • Hong Kong
  • * Hungary
  • Iceland
  • ** India
  • ** Indonesia
  • Ireland
  • ** Isle of Man (UK)
  • ** Isle of Wight (UK)
  • Italy
  • ** Jamaica
  • Japan
  • ** Jordan
  • Kazakhstan
  • ** Kenya
  • Korea, South
  • * Latvia
  • Liechtenstein
  • * Lithuania
  • Luxembourg
  • Macau
  • Malaysia
  • * Malta
  • ** Martinique (FR)
  • ** Mauritius
  • * Mexico
  • Monaco
  • ** Montserrat (UK)
  • ** Morocco
  • ** Mozambique
  • Netherlands
  • New Zealand
  • Norway
  • ** Pakistan
  • * Paraguay
  • * Peru
  • * Poland
  • Portugal
  • ** Puerto Rico (US)
  • ** Qatar
  • * Romania
  • Russian Federation
  • ** Saint Barthelemy (FR)
  • ** Saint Kitts and Nevis
  • ** Saint Lucia
  • ** Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
  • San Marino
  • ** Senegal
  • ** Seychelles
  • Singapore
  • ** Sint Maarten (FR/NL)
  • * Slovakia
  • * Slovenia
  • ** South Africa
  • Spain
  • * Suriname
  • Sweden
  • Switzerland
  • ** Taiwan
  • Thailand
  • Trinidad and Tobago
  • Turkey
  • ** Turks and Caicos Islands (UK)
  • ** U.S. Virgin Islands (US)
  • United Kingdom
  • United States of America
  • * Uruguay
  • Vatican City (Holy See)
  • * Venezuela

Residents of GCC can apply for a Djibouti eVisa provided that they can upload a copy of a valid GCC visa as well as other required documents (see ‘Required documents’ section).

Djibouti eVisa application process

Prepare all required documents, sit back, and go to the online application form. There are only three steps you should follow, including:

  1. Fill out the online form: Enter all necessary details, such as your personal data, travel information, contact details, etc., and upload copies of all supporting documents.
  2. Cover the processing fee: Use one of the available methods of online payment and cover the fee.
  3. Receive your Djibouti visa: After covering the payment, make sure to check your email inbox. All the communication as well as the approved visa will be sent to you via email.

Validity period of Djibouti eVisa

The validity of an online visa for Djibouti is 3 months (90 days) from the date it is approved. Do note that you can use your valid visa only for purposes related to tourism.

Visit Djibouti for either 14 or even 90 days with an electronic visa to explore its tourist attractions or spend holidays.

In order to ensure that your eVisa will be valid for your entire stay, check if your passport will remain valid for at least 6 months from the date of your intended trip.

Djibouti electronic visa

Required documents

To apply for a Djibouti eVisa, you will need to provide certain personal details and travel-related information. Additionally, make sure to prepare copies of the following documents:

  • a digital copy/photo of a bio-data passport page
  • applicant’s face photograph
  • hotel booking confirmation (or an invitation letter if you are visiting your family)
  • an onward or return ticket

You will be asked to upload copies of all the abovelisted documents. In case of any doubts, you can always contact our support team.

FAQ

What is Djibouti eVisa?

A Djibouti eVisa is an online visa covering a single entry to Djibouti. Its holder can stay in the country either for up to 14 or 90 days (depending on the selected visa type). The visa covers only tourism purposes.

How can I get an eVisa for Djibouti?

Start by checking your eligibility and the requirements you need to meet. After confirming your eligibility, prepare all the required documents, fill out the short online form, cover the processing fee. The approved visa will be sent to you via email.

How long does it take to get a visa for Djibouti?

The processing time may take up to 3 business days. Apply at least 3 days prior to your trip to receive the Djibouti visa delivered on time. Please also note that the final decision and the waiting time totally depend on the Djiboutian immigration authorities.

How much does a Djibouti visa cost?

Whether you apply for a 14-day or 90-day Djibouti tourist visa, you will need to cover the processing fee of 79 Euro. Use one of the available methods of online payment to cover the fee.

Can I get a visa on arrival in Djibouti?

No. There is no option to receive the visa upon arrival in Djibouti. Make sure to obtain a visa online before your trip to avoid unnecessary stress and hassle when entering the country.