Can I get a visa on arrival in Djibouti?

Visa on arrival is officially reserved for diplomatic, service and official passports. Ordinary-passport holders should obtain an eVisa in advance.

What documents do I need for Djibouti?

A passport valid for at least six months, a flight reservation, proof of accommodation or an invitation letter, and a valid email address. We review each document before submitting.

How long does the Djibouti eVisa take?

The eVisa is usually processed within about four working days through evisa.gouv.dj. Print the approved PDF to present on arrival.

How long can I stay in Djibouti?

The tourist eVisa allows a stay of up to 31 days and can be extended in-country at the immigration office.

Do you need a Djibouti visa?

Planning a trip to Djibouti? Most travellers can now skip the embassy queue and apply for the Djibouti Tourist eVisa entirely online. VisitsVisa fills the government form for you, checks every document, and delivers your approved visa by email — usually within 4 days. Most international travellers need a Djibouti Tourist eVisa before they arrive, and the fastest way to get one is to apply for your Djibouti visa online rather than queuing at an embassy. Start with a quick eligibility check and we confirm the exact route and documents for your nationality and country of residence.

How do I apply for a Djibouti visa online?

Applying for a Djibouti Tourist eVisa with VisitsVisa takes minutes. Complete one simple online form, upload your passport and photo, and pay securely. Our visa experts review every detail against the latest Djibouti immigration rules before your application is submitted, which is the single biggest thing you can do to avoid a rejection. Once approved, your Djibouti eVisa is emailed to you — there is nothing to collect and no embassy visit — and you can track your Djibouti visa application live from any device until it lands in your inbox.

How much does a Djibouti visa cost?

A Djibouti Tourist eVisa costs $45 through VisitsVisa. The $45 price is all-inclusive — the government fee and our service fee are already bundled in, so there are no hidden charges at checkout. Every traveller on the trip — including children and infants — needs their own Djibouti visa, and you can add multiple applicants to a single order and pay together in one checkout.

How long does Djibouti visa processing take?

Standard Djibouti visa processing usually takes 4 days. If you are travelling soon, choose Express at checkout and we prioritise your application, with delivery typically within 24 hours. We recommend applying a few days before departure so your Djibouti eVisa is confirmed well ahead of your flight.

How long is a Djibouti visa valid and how long can I stay?

The Djibouti Tourist eVisa permits a stay of Up to 31 days and is valid for 3 months from issue (single or multiple entry). Make sure your passport has at least six months of validity remaining from your date of arrival, as this is the most common reason Djibouti applications are refused.

Djibouti Visa Online — Price, Requirements & Apply | Tourist eVisa

Djibouti Visa Information

Visa TypeTourist eVisa

Length of StayUp to 31 days

Validity3 months from issue

EntrySingle or multiple entry

MethodeVisa via evisa.gouv.dj

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Documents Required

Only 2 Documents

Passport

Valid passport with at least 6 months validity from your arrival date.

Photograph

Recent passport-size photo with a white background.

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How Djibouti eVisa Process Works

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Fill Form
Complete the simple online form.

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Make Payment
Pay securely online.

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Upload Document
AI verifies your documents instantly.

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Submitted to Immigration
Sent to Djibouti Immigration.

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Get Your Visa
Delivered to your email.

Check Your nationality Eligibility

Most foreign nationals need an eVisa before travelling to Djibouti, applied for online through the official portal, as visa on arrival is reserved for diplomatic and service passports. Singapore is the only ordinary-passport exemption. Print the approved PDF to present on arrival.

Eligible nationalities

218 Countries

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Most ordinary-passport nationalities need an eVisa before travel; only Singapore is visa-exempt. Check your nationality page for the exact rule.

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Last reviewedAugust 2026

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