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title: Djibouti visa for citizens of the United Arab Emirates
description: "Citizens of the United Arab Emirates can get a visa on arrival in Djibouti. Stay up to 30 days. Fee: $30. Processing: On arrival. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Djibouti visa for citizens of the United Arab Emirates

Citizens of the United Arab Emirates can get a visa on arrival in Djibouti.

*Not yet verified · last checked 2026-08-16. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

> Our latest check could not confirm these details against an official source, or found a conflict. Treat them as a starting point and confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you book.

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Visa on arrival (tourist, 30 days)
- **How to apply:** Get your visa at the border
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Visa validity:** 30 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** On arrival
- **Government fee:** $30
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required

## How to apply

1. **Arrive at Djibouti International Airport** — Proceed to immigration after landing.
2. **Proceed to visa on arrival counter** — Look for the visa on arrival section before passport control.
3. **Submit passport and pay fee** — Submit your passport, return ticket, and hotel booking. Pay the visa fee.
4. **Receive visa stamp** — The visa will be affixed to your passport; then proceed to passport control.

## Documents checklist

- **Passport** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months from arrival date
- **Return/onward ticket** (Travel): Proof of departure from Djibouti
- **Hotel reservation** (Travel): Proof of accommodation for the stay
- **Visa fee payment** (Financial): Pay in cash (USD or local currency) at the counter

## Good to know

- Visa on arrival may not be available at all entry points; confirm before travel.
- Visa policies change frequently; check the latest requirements before departure.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient funds or lack of onward ticket** — Carry sufficient cash and have a confirmed return/onward ticket.
- **Invalid passport** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months and has blank pages.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of the United Arab Emirates need a visa for Djibouti?

Citizens of the United Arab Emirates can get a visa on arrival in Djibouti. Visa type: Visa on arrival (tourist, 30 days).

### How long can citizens of the United Arab Emirates stay in Djibouti?

Up to 30 days.

### How much does the Djibouti visa cost for citizens of the United Arab Emirates?

Government fee: $30.

### What documents do citizens of the United Arab Emirates need for Djibouti?

Passport; Return/onward ticket; Hotel reservation; Visa fee payment.

### How long must my passport be valid for Djibouti?

At least 6 months.

## More

- [Djibouti visa for every passport](/visa/djibouti)
- [Every destination for United Arab Emirates passport holders](/visa/passport/united-arab-emirates)