Djibouti Business eVisa

Permitted Business Activities

A Business eVisa allows for a range of commercial activities, including but not limited to:

• Attending business meetings, negotiations, and consultations.
• Participating in conferences, seminars, trade fairs, and exhibitions.
• Exploring business opportunities and market research.
• Signing contracts or agreements.
• Short-term technical or professional assignments (not constituting local employment).

Important: This visa does not authorize long-term employment or engaging in work that would typically require a work permit in Djibouti.

Key Requirements for Business eVisa

In addition to the general eVisa requirements, applicants for a Business eVisa usually need to provide specific supporting documents:

• Invitation Letter: A formal invitation letter from a registered company or organization in Djibouti. This letter should state the purpose of the visit, duration, and details of the inviting entity.
• Letter from Employer/Company: A letter from the applicant's employer or company in their country of residence, confirming their employment, the purpose of the business trip to Djibouti, and financial sponsorship if applicable.
• Proof of Business Registration (Inviting Company): Sometimes, a copy of the business registration certificate of the Djiboutian company may be required.
• Proof of accommodation and return/onward flight tickets are also generally needed.

For a complete list, visit the Required Documents page.

Duration of Stay and Validity

The Djibouti Business eVisa typically allows for a stay of up to 30 days, though this can vary. It may be issued for single or multiple entries depending on the application and the authorities' discretion.

The validity period of the eVisa (the window within which you must enter Djibouti) and the permitted duration of stay per entry will be specified on the approved eVisa document.

It is crucial to adhere to these conditions. Extensions for business eVisas are generally not straightforward and should be inquired about well in advance if necessary.

Application Process for Business eVisa

The application process is similar to other eVisa types:

1. Access the official Djibouti eVisa portal or an authorized service provider.
2. Select "Business" as the purpose of your visit when filling out the online application form.
3. Upload all required documents, including your passport scan, photo, invitation letter, and employer's letter.
4. Complete the online payment for the visa fee.
5. Wait for the processing of your application. You will receive your eVisa via email upon approval.
6. Print the eVisa and present it upon arrival in Djibouti.

Refer to our Step-by-Step Application Guide for more details.