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