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Djibouti
Djibouti visa for Chadian citizens
Entry requirement
Chadian 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 Chad
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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.
Chadian citizens planning a trip to Djibouti can compare how foreign ministries rate it: 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.
Good to know
How long Chadian citizens can stay in Djibouti
Chadian citizens may stay in Djibouti for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Djibouti.
How Chadian citizens apply
Chadian 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 Chadian citizens
Eritrea requires Chadian citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
Djiboutian citizens travelling to Chad
Djiboutian citizens need a visa for Chad, which they can apply for online as an e-Visa.
Frequently asked questions
Do Chadian citizens need a visa for Djibouti?
Chadian citizens receive their visa for Djibouti at the border; it covers up to 90 days.
How long can Chadian citizens stay in Djibouti?
Chadian citizens can stay in Djibouti for up to 90 days with a visa on arrival.
Do Djiboutian citizens need a visa for Chad?
Djiboutian citizens need a visa for Chad, which they can apply for online as an e-Visa.
Can Chadian citizens enter Djibouti visa-free?
No; Chadian 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.