COVID-19 Precautionary Measures in Djibouti (20 July Update)

*Can a resident enter the country? *

• Yes

• Citizens and residents are allowed to enter.

*Can a foreigner enter the country? *

• Yes with exceptions

• Foreigners are allowed to enter Djibouti. However, travellers arriving from or who have transited South Africa, India and Brazil are not allowed to enter the country. Moreover, passengers who have been in Brazil or India in the last 21 days are not allowed to enter the country.

*Is transit allowed through the country? *

• Yes

• Transit is allowed.

*Is a test required on arrival? *

• Yes

• Health screening procedures are in place at every entry point. COVID-19 testing is mandatory for every passenger on arrival (at their own expense). Travellers should not eat anything 30 minutes before arrival.

• If a high percentage of passengers on a particular flight receive a positive saliva test, Djibouti authorities may require all passengers to complete an additional nasal swab COVID-19 test.

*Is a test certificate allowed? *

• Yes

• Test certificates issued outside Djibouti are accepted. The certificate must be issued in English or French.

*Test certificate required? *

• Yes

• Travellers older than 11 years of age must possess a negative PCR test report issued at most 72 hours before departure and within 120 hours before arrival in Djibouti. The test certificate must be issued in English or French.

*Is quarantine required on arrival? *

• No

• Travellers must get tested on arrival for COVID-19 at their own expense and wait until results are available (estimated waiting up to four hours). Travellers with a negative result will be allowed to proceed to their accommodation. Travellers testing positive for COVID-19 will be taken to a government-designated hospital or hotel and remain in quarantine until they receive a negative test result (at the traveller's expense).

• This restriction does not apply to travellers under 11 years of age.

• All arriving passengers in Djibouti who are unable to show evidence of having been vaccinated, will have to enter self-isolation for 10 days.

• Based on the above restrictions, arriving travellers will be exempted from quarantine unless they test positive for COVID-19 or if they are unable to provide evidence of full vaccination.

Is Vaccination required?

• No

• A vaccination for COVID-19 is not mandatory for entry into the country. However, travellers arriving in Djibouti who are unable to show evidence of having been vaccinated will have to enter self-isolation for 10 days.

• Djibouti national & foreigners holding residence permits in Djibouti (not applicable for visitors) departing Djibouti should present one of the following documents: certificate of having received at least one dose of a coronavirus vaccine or a medical certificate of exemption from COVID-19 vaccination due to medical reasons

Airline restrictions

• Minimal

• International and domestic flights are operating.

• Djiboutian Nationals are not allowed to travel to India, Brazil and South Africa.

Border restrictions

• Moderate

• Air, sea, and land borders are open.

• Any traveller entering Djibouti via any port of entry must wear face masks during arrival and departure and must maintain a physical distance of a minimum of one meter. Travellers must also carry hydro-alcoholic gel throughout the trip.

• Travellers can apply for e-visa using this link. E-VISA will be accepted only at Ambouli International Airport and not at any other entry points.

Curfew restrictions

• Minimal

• There is no lockdown or curfew in place at this time.

Social distancing restrictions

• Moderate

• Gatherings of more than 10 people are prohibited.

• Maintaining a minimum one-meter distance between two individuals is compulsory.

Internal travel restrictions

• Minimal

• Public transportation services are operating.

• Masks are required.

*Non-essential shops open? *

• Yes

• Shops are allowed to open.

*Accommodations open? *

• Yes

• Hotels and other rental accommodations are allowed to open with social distancing measures.

*Restaurants open? *

• Yes

• Restaurants are open with social distancing protocols.

*Bars and cafes open? *

• Yes

• Bars have reopened.

*Beaches and tourism sites open? *

• Yes

• Beaches and tourism sites are open.

*Personal care services open? *

• Yes

• Some salons are open in Djibouti.

*Places of worship open? *

• Yes

• Places of worship have opened with social distancing requirements.

*Masks required in public? *

• Yes with exceptions

• Face masks are mandatory in public or private spaces where social distancing is not possible.

Other

• Government offices have reopened.

• Night clubs, theatres and cinemas have reopened.

• Public and private construction activities have resumed.

• Public institutions, central administration services, and some higher education institutions are allowed to resume activities.

• Daycares and schools are allowed to open.

• Leisure facilities, community centres, and sports activities are allowed to resume.

The COVID-19 epidemic is constantly changing worldwide. Travel and border restrictions may change with little or no notice. Airlines may have their own requirements for testing, masking, and distancing. It is recommended that travellers carry a supply of face masks since the requirement can vary by location. It is recommended that travellers practise social distancing, maintain a 6-foot distance from other individuals and avoid crowded areas. Check with your airline, booking agent, or country's embassy for information on your specific travel plans.