Africa
Djibouti
- Capital
- Djibouti
- Population
- 1,184,076
- Currency
- Djiboutian Franc (DJF)
- Calling code
- +253
- Languages
- French, Arabic, Somali
- 21missions
- 16embassies
- 2consulates
- 3honorary consulates
Djibouti
Embassies and consulates in Djibouti
embassies in Djibouti
Djibouti hosts 21 foreign missions from 20 countries: 16 embassies, 2 consulates and 3 honorary consulates. All 16 embassies are in the capital, Djibouti.
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All missions in Djibouti
By country
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Canada 1 honorary consulate1 -
Chile 1 honorary consulate1 -
China 1 embassy1 -
Egypt 1 embassy1 -
Eritrea 1 embassy1 -
France 1 embassy · 1 consulate2 -
Germany 1 embassy1 -
India 1 embassy1 -
Libya 1 embassy1 -
Pakistan 1 embassy1 -
Poland 1 honorary consulate1 -
Qatar 1 embassy1 -
Russia 1 embassy1 -
Saudi Arabia 1 embassy1 -
Somalia 1 embassy1 -
Turkey 1 embassy1 -
United Arab Emirates 1 embassy1 -
United Kingdom 1 consulate1 -
United States 1 embassy1 -
Yemen 1 embassy1
Visa rules for Djibouti
Djibouti visa guide · 2 visa types
Of the 198 passports in the visa data, 1 can enter visa-free and 197 get a visa on arrival for Djibouti.
Visa statistics
Schengen visa applications in Djibouti
| Year | Applications | Visas issued | Refused | Refusal rate | Multiple-entry share |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 4,661 | 3,292 | 1,137 | 25.7% | 30.9% |
| 2024 | 5,090 | 3,111 | 1,893 | 37.8% | 32.7% |
| 2025 | 4,308 | 2,928 | 1,404 | 32.4% | 37.6% |
Schengen consulates in Djibouti received 4,308 short-stay visa applications in 2025, and issued 2,928 visas. 32.4% of applications were refused (worldwide: 14.6%). In 2024 it had been 37.8%: the rate fell by 5.4 points, a clear improvement for applicants. Applications fell by 15% compared with 2024 (5,090).
The numbers include every nationality applying in Djibouti.
Source: European Commission, Directorate-General for Migration and Home Affairs, visa statistics for consulates 2023–2025 (© European Union, reused under CC BY 4.0). Short-stay (type C) visas. How these figures are made
US visas issued to citizens of Djibouti
| Visas issued | FY 2024 | FY 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Visitor (B) | 240 | 182 |
| Student (F, M) | 11 | 12 |
| Exchange (J) | 19 | 14 |
| Work and treaty (H, L, O, E…) | 0 | 1 |
| Diplomatic and official (A, G) | 125 | 101 |
| Fiancé(e) (K) | 8 | 1 |
| Total | 403 | 311 |
| B visa refusal rate (adjusted) | 64.7% | 61.5% |
In fiscal year 2025 (October 2024 to September 2025) the United States issued 311 nonimmigrant visas to citizens of Djibouti, the 176th highest number of the 206 nationalities listed. Visitor visas (B1/B2) made up 59%, diplomatic and official visas 32% and exchange visitor visas 5%. That is 23% fewer than in fiscal year 2024 (403).
From October 2025 to February 2026, citizens of Djibouti received 46, 66% fewer than in the same months a year earlier.
For visitor visas (B1/B2) the State Department reports an adjusted refusal rate of 61.5% for citizens of Djibouti in fiscal year 2025 (fiscal year 2024: 64.7%).
Source: US Department of State, Bureau of Consular Affairs, monthly nonimmigrant visa issuances up to February 2026 and adjusted refusal rates (public domain). US fiscal years run from October to September. How these figures are made
Djibouti’s own missions abroad
Djibouti’s embassies abroad (21)
In the other direction, Djibouti runs 21 missions in 16 countries. Its largest networks are in Germany (2), Ethiopia (2), France (2), Somalia (2) and the United States (2).
Upcoming closures
Public holidays in Djibouti
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New Year's Day
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Labour Day
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Independence Day
Good to know
Where the embassies are
All 16 embassies are in the capital, Djibouti. The largest foreign networks in Djibouti are those of France (2).
Travel advice for Djibouti
Foreign ministries’ advice on travel to Djibouti: the US State Department rates Djibouti at Level 2, exercise increased caution (updated 5 March 2025), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office advises against all travel to parts of Djibouti (updated 27 July 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for Djibouti (updated 13 October 2026). The advice is aimed at each government’s own nationals.
Frequently asked questions
Which country has the most consulates in Djibouti?
France, with 2 missions.
Do I need a visa for Djibouti?
Of 198 passports, 1 can enter visa-free and 197 get a visa on arrival for Djibouti; the visa rules page for your own passport has the answer for you.
When are embassies in Djibouti closed?
On Djibouti’s public holidays and on each mission’s own national day; the next public holiday is New Year's Day on Friday 1 January 2027.