Djibouti Tourist eVisa

Eligible Tourism Activities

The Tourist eVisa permits engagement in a range of non-business related activities. These typically include:

• Sightseeing and exploring historical sites.
• Recreational activities such as diving, snorkeling, and enjoying beaches (e.g., Moucha Island, Maskali Islands).
• Visiting natural wonders like Lake Assal (Africa's lowest point) and Lake Abbe.
• Visiting friends or relatives residing in Djibouti.
• Experiencing local culture and cuisine.

Note: This visa does not permit any form of employment or paid work in Djibouti.

Requirements for Tourist eVisa

In addition to the general eVisa requirements, applicants for a tourist eVisa typically need to provide:

• Proof of Accommodation: Confirmed hotel reservations for the duration of the stay, or an invitation letter if staying with friends/family (which may require additional details from the host).
• Travel Itinerary: Details of planned activities or a general outline of the trip.
• Proof of Onward or Return Travel: A confirmed round-trip or onward flight ticket is usually required to demonstrate your intention to leave Djibouti at the end of your authorized stay.
• Sufficient funds to cover the stay might be implicitly required or checked upon arrival.

For a comprehensive list of documents, please refer to the Required Documents page.

Duration of Stay and Validity

The Djibouti Tourist eVisa is typically granted for a single entry and allows a stay of up to 30 days. However, some options might allow for longer stays (e.g., up to 90 days), so it's important to check the specific terms of the visa you are applying for.

The eVisa itself will have a validity period (e.g., 90 days from issuance), meaning you must enter Djibouti within this timeframe. The permitted duration of stay (e.g., 30 days) begins from your date of entry.

Overstaying your visa is a serious offense and can result in fines or other penalties. Extensions are generally not granted for tourist eVisas; if a longer stay is needed, alternative visa options should be explored prior to travel or by exiting and re-applying if regulations permit.

How to Apply for a Tourist eVisa

The application process for a Tourist eVisa follows the standard online procedure:

1. Visit the official Djibouti eVisa portal or an authorized service provider.
2. Complete the online application form, ensuring you select "Tourism" as your purpose of visit.
3. Upload all required documents, including your passport scan, photo, proof of accommodation, and flight itinerary.
4. Pay the applicable visa fee online.
5. Await email confirmation and the issuance of your eVisa (typically within 1-3 business days).
6. Print the eVisa and carry it with you when traveling to Djibouti.

For a detailed walkthrough, see our Step-by-Step Application Guide.