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Djibouti
Djibouti visa for German citizens
Entry requirement
German 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 · Confirm at djibouti-embassy.de
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Djiboutian citizens travelling to Germany
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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.
For a trip from Germany 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). Each ministry writes for its own citizens.
Good to know
How long German citizens can stay in Djibouti
German citizens may stay in Djibouti for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Djibouti.
How German citizens apply
German 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 German citizens
Eritrea requires German citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
Djiboutian citizens travelling to Germany
Djiboutian citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to Germany.
Frequently asked questions
Do German citizens need a visa for Djibouti?
German citizens receive their visa for Djibouti at the border; it covers up to 90 days.
How long can German citizens stay in Djibouti?
German citizens can stay in Djibouti for up to 90 days with a visa on arrival.
Do Djiboutian citizens need a visa for Germany?
Djiboutian citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to Germany.
Can German citizens enter Djibouti visa-free?
No; German 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.