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Djibouti
Djibouti visa for Canadian citizens
Entry requirement
Canadian citizens receive their visa for Djibouti at the border; it covers up to 90 days.
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Djiboutian citizens travelling to Canada
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Travel advice for Djibouti
- US State Department Level 2: Exercise increased caution
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) Advises against all travel to parts of the country
- German Foreign Office No travel warning
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
Before travelling from Canada to Djibouti, it helps to know the official travel advice: 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).
Good to know
How long Canadian citizens can stay in Djibouti
Canadian citizens may stay in Djibouti for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Djibouti.
How Canadian citizens apply
Canadian citizens receive the visa for Djibouti at the port of entry, so they should have their passport, the fee and any documents the officers may ask for, such as a return ticket.
Djibouti’s neighbours for Canadian citizens
Eritrea requires Canadian citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
Djiboutian citizens travelling to Canada
Djiboutian citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to Canada.
Frequently asked questions
Do Canadian citizens need a visa for Djibouti?
Canadian citizens receive their visa for Djibouti at the border; it covers up to 90 days.
How long can Canadian citizens stay in Djibouti?
Canadian citizens can stay in Djibouti for up to 90 days with a visa on arrival.
Do Djiboutian citizens need a visa for Canada?
Djiboutian citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to Canada.
Can Canadian citizens enter Djibouti visa-free?
No; Canadian citizens need a visa on arrival in Djibouti.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 7 November 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.