Traveling from the shores of the Pitcairn Islands to the Horn of Africa is a significant journey. To simplify your entry into the Republic of Djibouti, provides an electronic visa (eVisa) system that allows you to secure your travel authorization entirely online. If you hold a Pitcairn Islands passport, you need to obtain a Djibouti eVisa before traveling. Djibouti does not offer visa-free entry or visa on arrival for Pitcairn citizens. The eVisa process is fully online, removing the need to visit an embassy and allowing you to complete the application from anywhere.
Djibouti eVisa for Pitcairn Citizens
Understanding Your Djibouti eVisa Options
Depending on the nature of your visit, you may choose from four primary single-entry visa categories. Each is designed for specific durations and purposes:
- Transit: For short layovers, providing a stay of up to 14 days.
- Tourism: For leisure and exploration, allowing for a 30-day stay.
- Family / Social Visit: For those visiting residents or relatives, valid for 30 days.
- Business: For professional engagements, permitting a stay of 30 days.
Djibouti eVisa Processing Time
Applicants can choose from:
- Standard processing
- Rush processing
- Super Rush processing
Processing times and fees vary. Always confirm exact costs and timelines on the Djibouti eVisa Fee page.
How to Apply for a Djibouti eVisa from Pitcairn
The application is fully digital:
Start Application
Visit the eVisa website and click “Apply e-visa.”
Enter Basic Details
Provide name, nationality, contact info, email, and travel dates. Complete the CAPTCHA and register.
Applicant Details
Enter passport information exactly as shown. Each traveller requires a separate application.
Choose Processing Time
Select standard, rush, or super rush processing.
Upload Documents & Pay
Submit required documents and pay online. Approval is sent via email.
After approval, download and print your eVisa for presentation at entry.
Essential Djibouti eVisa Application Requirements
To apply, Pitcairn citizens need the following:
- Passport: Clear scan of biodata page; valid 6+ months beyond arrival with 2 blank pages
- Photo: Recent passport-size color photo on white/light background
- Travel proof: Confirmed flight (entry/exit/onward or round trip); transit requires onward ticket or next-country visa
- Accommodation: Hotel booking for the full stay or invitation letter with host details, dates, and address in Djibouti
For full details, visit the Djibouti eVisa Requirements page
Checking Your Application Status
Pitcairn citizens can track their application online:
- Go to the Status Page
- Click “Djibouti eVisa Application Status”
- Enter Order ID + Passport Number
- Complete CAPTCHA and check status
Approval updates and the final eVisa are also sent by email
For assistance, our support team is available around the clock:
- Email: [email protected]
- Live Chat: Accessible via the portal for immediate help.
Why Explore Djibouti from Pitcairn?
Djibouti contrasts sharply with Pitcairn's lush, isolated Pacific paradise by offering stark, otherworldly African landscapes. Here are some must-see spots:
- Lake Assal: Earth's lowest point on land, with intensely blue, hypersaline waters and surrounding white salt flats amid volcanic terrain.
- Coastal areas for diving or spotting whale sharks seasonally.
Taste Djiboutian Cuisine
Try these local specialties influenced by Somali, Afar, and regional flavors:
- Skoudehkaris: A hearty spiced lamb and rice dish, slow-cooked with tomatoes and aromatic spices like cumin and cardamom.
- Fresh grilled fish or flatbreads paired with stews.
Practical Travel Insights
- Climate: Hot and arid; visit November–March for milder temperatures (around 25–30°C).
- Getting Around: Taxis in the capital; arrange guided tours for remote areas like Lake Assal.
- Currency: Djiboutian Franc (DJF); carry cash as cards are limited outside cities.
For any questions during your application, reach out via email at [email protected] or use the 24/7 live chat.
Travellers FAQs
Internet is available in major hotels and cafes in Djibouti City, but coverage may be limited in remote areas. Plan accordingly if you need connectivity during your trip.
French and Arabic are the official languages. English is less common, so learning basic French phrases can be helpful.
Overstaying can result in fines, penalties, or restrictions on future travel to Djibouti. Always respect the visa validity period.
Yes. The application is online and can be completed from anywhere, as long as you have internet access and the required documents.
No. All Djibouti eVisa types for Pitcairn citizens are single-entry only. If you leave Djibouti and wish to return, you must apply for a new eVisa.
