The Djibouti Electronic Visa (eVisa) is an online travel document that allows eligible travellers to enter Djibouti for short stays. To obtain this visa, applicants are not required to visit an embassy or consulate, as the entire application process is completed online through the eVisa application portal with guidance from visa experts.
Countries Eligible for the Djibouti eVisa
If your passport is issued by any of the following countries, you can apply for a Djibouti eVisa.
- Afghanistan
- Aland Islands
- Albania
- Algeria
- American Samoa
- Andorra
- Angola
- Anguilla
- Antarctica
- Antigua and Barbuda
- Argentina
- Armenia
- Aruba
- Australia
- Austria
- Azerbaijan
- Bahamas
- Bahrain
- Bangladesh
- Barbados
- Belarus
- Belgium
- Belize
- Benin
- Bermuda
- Bhutan
- Bolivia
- Bonaire
- Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Botswana
- Bouvet Island
- Brazil
- British Indian Ocean Territory
- British Virgin Islands
- Brunei
- Bulgaria
- Burkina Faso
- Burundi
- Cambodia
- Cameroon
- Canada
- Cape Verde
- Cayman Islands
- Chad
- Chile
- China
- Christmas Island
- Cocos (Keeling) Islands
- Colombia
- Comoros
- Congo, Democratic Republic of the
- Cook Islands
- Costa Rica
- Cote d'Ivoire
- Croatia
- Curacao
- Cyprus
- Czech Republic
- Denmark
- Dominica
- Dominican Republic
- Ecuador
- Egypt
- El Salvador
- Equatorial Guinea
- Estonia
- Ethiopia
- Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)
- Faroe Islands
- Fiji
- Finland
- France
- French Guiana
- French Polynesia
- French Southern Territories
- Gabon
- Gambia
- Georgia
- Germany
- Ghana
- Gibraltar
- Greece
- Greenland
- Grenada
- Guadeloupe
- Guam
- Guatemala
- Guernsey
- Guinea
- Guinea-Bissau
- Guyana
- Haiti
- Heard Island and McDonald Islands
- Honduras
- Hong Kong
- Hungary
- Iceland
- India
- Indonesia
- Iraq
- Ireland
- Isle of Man
- Israel
- Italy
- Jamaica
- Japan
- Jersey
- Jordan
- Kazakhstan
- Kenya
- Kiribati
- Korea, Republic of (South)
- Kuwait
- Kyrgyzstan
- Laos
- Latvia
- Lebanon
- Lesotho
- Liberia
- Libya
- Liechtenstein
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
- Macau
- Macedonia, Republic of
- Madagascar
- Malawi
- Malaysia
- Maldives
- Malta
- Marshall Islands
- Martinique
- Mauritania
- Mauritius
- Mayotte
- Mexico
- Micronesia, Federated States of
- Moldova
- Monaco
- Mongolia
- Montenegro
- Montserrat
- Morocco
- Mozambique
- Myanmar
- Namibia
- Nauru
- Nepal
- Netherlands
- New Caledonia
- New Zealand
- Nicaragua
- Niger
- Nigeria
- Niue
- Norfolk Island
- Northern Cyprus
- Northern Mariana Islands
- Norway
- Oman
- Pakistan
- Palau
- Panama
- Papua New Guinea
- Paraguay
- Peru
- Philippines
- Pitcairn
- Poland
- Portugal
- Puerto Rico
- Qatar
- Reunion
- Romania
- Russia
- Rwanda
- Saint Barthelemy
- Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
- Saint Kitts and Nevis
- Saint Lucia
- Saint Martin
- Saint Pierre and Miquelon
- Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
- Samoa
- San Marino
- Sao Tome and Principe
- Saudi Arabia
- Senegal
- Serbia
- Seychelles
- Sierra Leone
- Singapore
- Sint Maarten
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- Solomon Islands
- South Africa
- South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
- Spain
- Sri Lanka
- Suriname
- Svalbard and Jan Mayen
- Swaziland
- Sweden
- Switzerland
- Taiwan
- Tajikistan
- Tanzania
- Thailand
- Timor-Leste
- Togo
- Tokelau
- Tonga
- Trinidad and Tobago
- Tunisia
- Turkey
- Turkmenistan
- Turks and Caicos Islands
- Tuvalu
- Uganda
- United Arab Emirates
- United Kingdom
- United States Minor Outlying Islands
- United States of America
- Uruguay
- Vanuatu
- Vietnam
- Wallis and Futuna
- Western Sahara
- Zambia
- Zimbabwe
Types of Djibouti eVisa
Each Djibouti eVisa covers a different travel purpose. Apply for an eVisa type that suits your travel purpose.
Transit eVisa
Entering Djibouti for a short stay while transiting to the third country.
Tourism eVisa
Entering Djibouti for tourism, leisure, sightseeing, cultural exploration, etc.
Family/Social Visit eVisa
Entering Djibouti to:
- Meet a family member or relative
- Attend social events, family gatherings and cultural celebrations.
Business eVisa
Entering Djibouti to attend business meetings, negotiating contracts, conducting market research and other work-related non-monetary activities.
The transit eVisa allows a 14-day stay in Djibouti, while the tourism, business and family/social visit eVisa allows a 30-day stay in the country.
Djibouti eVisa Application Requirements
Applicants are required to upload the documents listed below for their visa application:
- Passport bio page
- Digital photograph
- Confirmed hotel booking or invitation letter from the host in Djibouti (submit only one)
- Flight ticket or reservation
Along with the above-listed documents, transit eVisa applicants must also upload a confirmed ticket to their next destination or a valid visa or entry permit for that destination.
For complete information, review the Djibouti eVisa Requirements before submitting your application.
Djibouti eVisa Urgent Application and Fee
Applicants with urgent travel plans can obtain their eVisa more quickly by selecting the expedited processing option instead of the standard processing.
- Standard Processing: 4 - 7 Working Days. Suitable for non-urgent travel plans
- Rush Processing: 3 - 5 Working Days. Faster approval
- Super Rush Processing: 2 - 4 Working Days. Fastest approval
The Djibouti visa fees vary depending on the selected processing option and eVisa type.
Djibouti eVisa Application Process
Step 1:
Filling out the Djibouti eVisa application form with your passport, travel and general details
Step 2:
Select a processing option, upload documents and pay the visa fee using a credit or debit card.
Step 3:
Receive the approved eVisa via email. Print a copy to present at the Ambouli International Airport.
Djibouti eVisa Application Tracking
Every applicant receives regular status updates via email. If they want to check the application status themselves, they can use the Djibouti eVisa application tracking tool available on the portal.
Contact Visa Support
Visa support is available 24/7 to answer any visa-related queries from applicants. Request support via email, live chat or by submitting the query through the contact form.
Why Choose our Service?
Simple Application
The application is easy to complete, fully online, with clear steps and minimal information required.
Document Review
Visa experts check documents for accuracy and flag any missing or incorrect details.
Group Application
Multiple applicants can be added to a single application using the add applicant option.
Secure and Reliable
Your payment and submitted information are safe and used only to process your application
Quick Turnaround Time
Enjoy fast processing times with our expedited services, getting you closer to your Djibouti travel plans in no time.
Personalized Assistance
Experience personalised assistance from our dedicated team throughout the entire visa application journey.
Top Destinations In Djibouti
Lake Assal
A stunning crater lake with one of the saltiest waters in the world, surrounded by volcanic landscapes.
Moucha Island
A tropical paradise near Djibouti City, perfect for snorkeling, diving, and relaxing on white sandy beaches.
Day Forest National Park
The last remaining forest in Djibouti, home to rare wildlife and lush greenery, ideal for hiking and birdwatching.
Tadjoura
A historic port city with whitewashed buildings, beautiful beaches, and a rich history as one of the oldest settlements in East Africa.
Lake Abbe
A surreal landscape of limestone chimneys and steaming hot springs, famously featured in sci-fi movies.
Djibouti City
The capital and cultural hub, offering vibrant markets, French colonial architecture, and a lively waterfront.
Arta Beach
A serene and scenic beach known for its clear blue waters, great for snorkeling and spotting whale sharks.
Goda Mountains
A historic port city with whitewashed buildings, beautiful beaches, and a rich history as one of the oldest settlements in East Africa.