How to get a Djibouti visa from South Africa

Visa types, fees, processing times and application requirements for South African passport holders travelling to Djibouti.

Visa types & fees

2 visa options for travelling to Djibouti.

Processing time4 days

Validity180 days

Fee (approx.)$95

Processing time4 days

Validity180 days

Fee (approx.)$95

Documents South African applicants need to provide.

A copy of duly completed and signed application form.
One coloured passport sized photographs taken with a white background. The visa should not be older than 3 months.
Valid travel insurance.
Passport which is still valid for 6 months before entry into the country. The passport should have two blank pages.
Bank statement which shows steady and continuous flow of income. This is proof that you will be able to cater for yourself throughout your time in the country. The bank statement should cover a period of 3 months prior to the date of application.
Travel itinerary.
Return or onward tickets.
Proof of accommodation for the duration of your stay in the country.

Travelers with this visa apply for this visa for tourism purposes. They can take visit all the tourist sites and take part in all the activities available.
This visa can serve as a visitor visa. If you have friends or relatives in the country you want to visit, this visa serves the purpose.
A letter from your host is required. Your host’s residential address and telephone number should be provided in the letter.
If you are less than the age of 18 years, you need to provide the original copy of your birth certificate.
Yellow fever vaccination certificate is required.
For non-South Africans, a copy of your South African stay permit is required.
Receipt of paid visa application fees.
You are not allowed to seek for public funds while you are in the country.
This visa is valid for 180 days.
You are expected to leave the country at the expiry of your visa.

Foreigners visiting Djibouti on this visa do so with the intention of foster business relationships with their company in Djibouti.
You can meet up with your business partners in Djibouti for meetings and to negotiate and sign contracts.
With this visa, you can attend business meetings and trade fairs in Djibouti.
You cannot work under this visa.
The company you are meeting up with in Djibouti should provide a letter of invitation with all your relevant details. The company’s address should be written on the letter.
Certificate of business registration of the company in Djibouti is required.
Letter from your employer in South Africa should be provided. The letter should be a confirmation of your business leave and the duration of your leave should also be stated in the letter.
If you are traveling with a minor, a letter of consent signed by the minors’ parents should be provided.
Vaccination against yellow fever is compulsory.
You cannot study with this visa.

Djibouti embassy & visa application centers in South Africa.

Address138 West Street Sandon 2196, Houghton 2041, Johannesburg, South Africa.

Phone+27 11 719 9111

A Djibouti visa is a stamp or endorsement placed by officials of Djibouti on a passport that allows the bearer to visit Djibouti.

Yes, all South Africans require a Djibouti visa to visit Djibouti.

A Djibouti visa generally takes 4 days to be processed.

Tourists should beware of pickpockets in crowded areas and avoid walking alone in dark areas.

Visa fees and rules change often. Confirm the latest Djibouti visa requirements with an official embassy or consulate before booking travel.