Djibouti visa requirements for Kenyans

Travel and visa requirements

Djibouti Visa is not required for Kenyans

Stay Duration: 90 days

Entry Requirements

  • Kenya passport holders can obtain an e-visa to Djibouti, which is for a duration of 90 days.
  • Intending visitors are required to have a passport valid for a minimum of 6 months from the arrival date to Djibouti. The passport should have at least two blank pages for visa stamping.
  • Intending visitors are expected to have proof of yellow fever vaccination. 
  • Tourists are required to have a return or onward ticket and proof of enough funds to spend during their stay.
  • A detailed printed itinerary of your time in Djibouti and a confirmation of accommodation during the stay is needed.
  • Prospective visitors can get to Djibouti from any international airport in Kenya. These international airports can be found in Nairobi, Kisumu and Mombasa.
  • Kenya Airways and Ethiopian Airways are carriers that fly from Kenya to Djibouti.
  • The estimated flight time from Nairobi to Djibouti, Djibouti is 2 hours, 35 minutes, 5 hours, 55 minutes from Kisumu, and from Mombasa, it is 5 hours, 10 minutes.
  • The Djiboutian Franc is the official currency used in Djibouti.  Visitors can exchange their foreign currency at various bank and exchange outlets in the country.
  • Djibouti is dominated by the Islamic religion with about 94% of the entire population practising it. Christians make up the minority.
  • The languages spoken in Djibouti include Afar, Arabic, Somali and French. Although Somali and Afar are the most widely spoken tongues, Arabic and French serve as the official languages.
  • Djibouti experiences an arid climate consisting of extremely hot and dry weather. From October up till April, the weather is slightly cooler, with a little rainfall. 
  • Samosas, fah-fah and cambaboor served with yoghurt are some of the major dishes served in Djibouti.
  •  Trains, buses and taxis are major means of transportation in Djibouti.
  • The power and socket plug used in Djibouti are of Type C and E. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
  • The timezone in Djibouti is the East Africa Time (GMT +3), which means the time in Kenya and Djibouti are the same.
  •  Visitors are expected to be courteous and conscious of existing rules and customs as they go about their tourism-related activities.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long can I stay in Djibouti?

Kenyans can stay up to 90 days in Djibouti without a visa.

Is there any vaccination required to enter Djibouti?

Yes. Visitors are required to have a certificate of yellow fever vaccination.

Is Djibouti safe to travel?

Yes. crime and violence are relatively low in Djibouti. Nevertheless, tourists are advised to be sensitive and cautious.

How long should my passport be valid for, before applying for a visa to Djibouti?

Intending visitors to Djibouti must have a passport valid for at least six months beyond the duration of their stay.

What are the main religions in Djibouti?

More than 90% of the Djibouti population are Muslims.