Djibouti visa for Ethiopian citizens

For Djibouti passport holders, travel to Ethiopia is remarkably straightforward, benefiting from a visa-free arrangement that simplifies entry. This allows visitors to enjoy stays of up to 90 days, exploring a nation with which Djibouti shares deep historical and economic ties, notably through the critical Addis Ababa-Djibouti railway. Direct flights from Djibouti City to Addis Ababa are frequent and convenient, though many also opt for the cross-border journey by road or rail. The absence of visa application costs or lengthy processing makes impromptu visits and extended exploration exceptionally accessible between these Horn of Africa neighbors.

Visa-free90d stay· verified 2026-05-27

Entry requirements

Passport validity
6+ months
Onward ticket
Required

Visa options

TouristDjibouti Tourist eVisa (30 days)
30dvalid 1mo
Apply
TransitDjibouti Transit eVisa (14 days)
14dvalid 14d
Apply
BusinessDjibouti Business eVisa (30 days)
30dvalid 1mo
Apply
FamilyDjibouti Family/Social Visit eVisa (30 days)
30dvalid 1mo
Apply
TouristDjibouti Tourist Visa on Arrival
$23
OtherDjibouti Embassy/Consular Short-Stay Visa (Tourism/Business)
30dvalid 1mo
OtherDjibouti Long-Stay Visa (for Residence/Work/Other Long-Term Purposes)
StudentDjibouti Student Visa
WorkDjibouti Residence Permit (Carte de Séjour)
multiple-entry
WorkDjibouti Work Permit
multiple-entry
OtherDjibouti eVisa
Apply

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