Djibouti Visa Requirements 2026
Visa requirements for Djibouti: evisa (apply online) for up to 30/90 days, $23/$48. Updated 30 May 2026. Plus passport rules, customs, and prohibited items.
Djibouti visa at a glance
- Policy
- eVisa (apply online)
- Length of stay
- 30/90 days
- Cost
- $23/$48
- Passport
- Valid 6+ months.
- Official source
- www.evisa.gouv.dj
eVisa for most Western: $23 for 30 days, $48 for 90 days.
E-visa for UK/US/EU.
Customs allowances
Standard.
Prohibited items
Drones permit-required. Photography of military (any of the four bases) forbidden. Drug laws strict. Khat legal locally but illegal to export.
Frequently asked questions about Djibouti visas
Do I need a visa to visit Djibouti?
eVisa (apply online) applies for Djibouti: eVisa for most Western: $23 for 30 days, $48 for 90 days.
How much does a Djibouti visa cost?
The Djibouti visa costs $23/$48. This is the published fee on the official application channel (www.evisa.gouv.dj/). Third-party visa agents charge extra; apply directly via the official site to avoid markup.
How long can I stay in Djibouti?
The standard evisa (apply online) allows 30/90 days per entry. Most policies are extendable in-country at an immigration office for an additional fee — check the official source for current extension rules. Visa runs (leaving and re-entering to reset the clock) are increasingly scrutinised; do not rely on them.
What passport validity does Djibouti require?
Valid 6+ months.
Where do I apply for a Djibouti visa?
Apply directly at the official government source: https://www.evisa.gouv.dj/. Many third-party sites charge inflated fees for the same form. Always check the URL ends in a government domain (.gov, .gov.<country>, or the country's official immigration domain) before paying.