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Djibouti visa requirements 2026

Do you need a visa for Djibouti? Entry rules for every passport, grouped by visa category.

Visa data last updated 2026-01-09

Region: Eastern Africa | Continent: Africa

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1Visa-free
1eVisa
196Visa on arrival
0Visa required

Djibouti entry rules at a glance

Of the 198 passports we track, 1 can enter Djibouti visa-free and 196 can get a visa on arrival. Of the rest, 1 need an eVisa or electronic travel authorisation before departure.

197 of 198 passports can travel to Djibouti without arranging anything before departure.

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Djibouti entry rules for common passports

PassportEntry rule for Djibouti
United States of AmericaVisa on arrival
United KingdomVisa on arrival
CanadaVisa on arrival
AustraliaVisa on arrival
GermanyVisa on arrival
FranceVisa on arrival
IndiaVisa on arrival
ChinaVisa on arrival
NigeriaVisa on arrival
South AfricaVisa on arrival
BrazilVisa on arrival
PhilippinesVisa on arrival

Djibouti visa requirements by region of passport

Number of passports from each region in each entry category for Djibouti.

Passport regionVisa-freeVisa on arrivaleVisaVisa required
Africa05210
Asia15000
Europe04500
North America02300
Oceania01400
South America01200

Entry rules for every passport

Visa-free 1
eVisa 1
Visa on arrival 196

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a visa to visit Djibouti?

It depends on your passport. Of 198 passports, 1 can enter visa-free, 196 can get a visa on arrival and 1 need an eVisa. Find your passport in the lists on this page.

Which passports can enter Djibouti without a visa?

1 passports have visa-free access to Djibouti, including Singapore.

Does Djibouti offer visa on arrival?

Yes. 196 passports can obtain a visa on arrival in Djibouti. Carry the fee in cash, a return or onward ticket and proof of accommodation.

Can I apply for a Djibouti eVisa online?

1 passports are eligible for an eVisa or electronic travel authorisation for Djibouti. Apply only through the official government portal and allow time for processing before you fly.

Do African passport holders need a visa for Djibouti?

Of 53 passports from Africa, 52 can enter Djibouti visa-free or with a visa on arrival. The region table on this page breaks this down by category.

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About this data

Entry categories come from our passport-by-destination matrix, last updated 2026-01-09. Visa policies change, and special rules can apply to diplomatic passports, residents of third countries or travellers arriving by land. Always confirm with the destination's official immigration website or your airline before you travel.

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