United States
Djibouti
Djibouti visa for US citizens
Entry requirement
US 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 · Confirm at djiboutiembassyus.org
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Djiboutian citizens travelling to the United States
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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 the United States 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 US citizens can stay in Djibouti
US citizens may stay in Djibouti for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Djibouti.
How US citizens apply
US 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 US citizens
Eritrea requires US citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
Djiboutian citizens travelling to the United States
Djiboutian citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to the United States.
Frequently asked questions
Do US citizens need a visa for Djibouti?
US citizens can get a visa on arrival in Djibouti, valid for stays of up to 90 days.
How long can US citizens stay in Djibouti?
US citizens can stay in Djibouti for up to 90 days with a visa on arrival.
Do Djiboutian citizens need a visa for the United States?
Djiboutian citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to the United States.
Can US citizens enter Djibouti visa-free?
No; US 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.