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Djibouti
Djibouti visa for Lao citizens
Entry requirement
Lao citizens can get a visa on arrival in Djibouti, valid for stays of 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 Laos
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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 Laos 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).
Good to know
How long Lao citizens can stay in Djibouti
Lao citizens may stay in Djibouti for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Djibouti.
How Lao citizens apply
Lao 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 Lao citizens
Eritrea requires Lao citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
Djiboutian citizens travelling to Laos
Laos issues Djiboutian citizens a visa on arrival for stays of up to 30 days, so nothing has to be arranged in advance. The rule is the same in both directions between Laos and Djibouti.
Frequently asked questions
Do Lao citizens need a visa for Djibouti?
Lao citizens can get a visa on arrival in Djibouti, valid for stays of up to 90 days.
How long can Lao citizens stay in Djibouti?
Lao citizens can stay in Djibouti for up to 90 days with a visa on arrival.
Do Djiboutian citizens need a visa for Laos?
Laos issues Djiboutian citizens a visa on arrival for stays of up to 30 days, so nothing has to be arranged in advance.
Can Lao citizens enter Djibouti visa-free?
No; Lao 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.