Djibouti Visa Application Process

Travellers can obtain Djibouti eVisa online, but first they need to confirm their travel dates, type of visit, passport and other supporting documents requirements.

The application process is completed online under the visa expert support.

Obtain Djibouti eVisa

Before Begining the Application Process

Before beginning the application process, decide why are you visiting the country. Djibouti issues eVisa for short-term tourism, business, family/ social visit and transit. For any other visit purpose, contact Djibouti embassy or consulate.

The Djibouti eVisa application form requires applicant to submit:

1. Passport-bio page scan copy.
2. Passport-size photograph.
3. Hotel booking or invitation letter from the host in Djibouti.
4. Confirmed flight ticket, both entry and exit from Djibouti. Djibouti transit eVisa applicant, can submit confirmed onward flight ticket.

In addition to the above requirements, the transit eVisa applicant are also required to submit valid visa for the next destination (if required).

Can Traveller Apply for the Djibouti eVisa If They are Outside Their Home Country?

Yes. The Dijibouti eVisa application can be completed from anywhere with an internet connection. The 3 crucial conditions that the applicant is required to fulfil are:

• Their passport must be issued by any of the countries eligible for Djibouti eVisa.
• While applying, the applicant must not be in Djibouti.
• The passport must have the required validity.

Apply in Three Simple Steps

To apply for the Djibouti eVisa, the applicant is not required to visit any embassy or consulate. Apply online through Djibouti eVisa application portal.

1. Enter Information in the Djibouti Visa Application Form: Fill the application form with passport, travel, visit purpose and accommodation details.
2. Upload Documents and Pay: Submit scan copy of all the required documents. Djibouti visa fee can be paid using credit/debit card, paypal or cryptocurrency.
3. Get the Approval: After approval, download the Djibouti eVisa from the registered email ID.

Note:

• Before submitting the application, review the details carefully.
• Filling the application form with incorrect information or uploading unclear or wrong documents may require resubmitting the information and documents, which can delay the processing.

Which bank cards can be used for payment?

The visa fee can be paid using any bank valid credit/debit card. Just ensure the card is open for international transaction and has enough fund.

Fee Payment Is Not the Same as Approval

Once the Djibouti visa fee is paid, the application moves to the review and processing stage. The applicant must not assume that the fee payment is the last steps in the application process. Without the approved eVisa, the traveller will not be allowed entry into the country.

The standard processing takes 4 - 7 Working Days to issue the eVisa.

For urgent or immediate travel plans, rush and super-rush processing options are also available.

What Happens When Traveller Reach Djibouti?

• Immigration Check: The immigration officers at the Djibouti border will request applicant to present the approved eVisa and original passport. Keep both printed and digital copy while travelling.
• Brief Interview: The immigration officer may ask 2-3 brief questions such as purpose of visit, how long you will stay, where you will staying.
• Documents Verification: Each presented documents will be verified by the immigration officer.
• Entry Approval: If the traveller pass the verification step, an entry stamp will be placed in their passport and then they can enter the country.