Gambia
Djibouti
Djibouti visa for citizens of the Gambia
Entry requirement
Citizens of the Gambia 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 the Gambia
DjiboutiGambia Visa-free, 90 days Gambia visa for citizens of Djibouti
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.
For a trip from the Gambia to Djibouti, the published travel advice reads as follows: 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 citizens of the Gambia can stay in Djibouti
Citizens of the Gambia may stay in Djibouti for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Djibouti.
How citizens of the Gambia apply
Citizens of the Gambia 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 citizens of the Gambia
Eritrea requires citizens of the Gambia to obtain a visa in advance.
Djiboutian citizens travelling to the Gambia
No visa is needed by Djiboutian citizens for the Gambia, for stays of up to 90 days.
Frequently asked questions
Do citizens of the Gambia need a visa for Djibouti?
Citizens of the Gambia receive their visa for Djibouti at the border; it covers up to 90 days.
How long can citizens of the Gambia stay in Djibouti?
Citizens of the Gambia can stay in Djibouti for up to 90 days with a visa on arrival.
Do Djiboutian citizens need a visa for the Gambia?
No visa is needed by Djiboutian citizens for the Gambia, for stays of up to 90 days.
Can citizens of the Gambia enter Djibouti visa-free?
No; citizens of the Gambia 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.