South Africa
Djibouti
Djibouti visa for South African citizens
Entry requirement
South African 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 South Africa
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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 South Africa 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 South African citizens can stay in Djibouti
South African citizens may stay in Djibouti for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Djibouti.
How South African citizens apply
South African 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 South African citizens
Eritrea requires South African citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
Djiboutian citizens travelling to South Africa
South Africa requires Djiboutian citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
Frequently asked questions
Do South African citizens need a visa for Djibouti?
South African citizens can get a visa on arrival in Djibouti, valid for stays of up to 90 days.
How long can South African citizens stay in Djibouti?
South African citizens can stay in Djibouti for up to 90 days with a visa on arrival.
Do Djiboutian citizens need a visa for South Africa?
South Africa requires Djiboutian citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
Can South African citizens enter Djibouti visa-free?
No; South African 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.