Djibouti Passport Ranking 2026

Explore Djibouti passport power with access to 16 visa-free destinations. Ranked #174 globally.

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Rank #174 globally

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74.1

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Visa Requirements for Djibouti Citizens

Detailed visa information for Djibouti passport holders traveling worldwide

Rank	Destination	Visa Type	Duration
#1	United Arab Emirates	eVisa	90 days
#2	Spain	Visa Required	-
#3	Finland	Visa Required	-
#4	France	Visa Required	-
#5	Sweden	Visa Required	-
#6	Belgium	Visa Required	-
#7	Germany	Visa Required	-
#8	Italy	Visa Required	-
#9	Luxembourg	Visa Required	-
#10	Netherlands	Visa Required	-
#11	Denmark	Visa Required	-
#12	Singapore	Visa Free	30 days
#13	Austria	Visa Required	-
#14	Portugal	Visa Required	-
#15	Norway	Visa Required	-
#16	Switzerland	Visa Required	-
#17	Greece	Visa Required	-
#18	Ireland	Visa Required	-
#19	Poland	Visa Required	-
#20	South Korea	eVisa	90 days
#21	Hungary	Visa Required	-
#22	Croatia	Visa Required	-
#23	Slovakia	Visa Required	-
#24	Japan	Visa Required	-
#25	Czech Republic	Visa Required	-
#26	Estonia	Visa Required	-
#27	Australia	eVisa	90 days
#28	New Zealand	Visa Required	-
#29	Malta	Visa Required	-
#30	Slovenia	Visa Required	-
#31	United Kingdom	Visa Required	-
#32	Canada	Visa Required	-
#33	Romania	Visa Required	-
#34	Latvia	Visa Required	-
#35	Bulgaria	Visa Required	-
#36	Cyprus	Visa Required	-
#37	Lithuania	Visa Required	-
#38	Iceland	Visa Required	-
#39	Liechtenstein	Visa Required	-
#40	United States	Visa Required	-
#41	Malaysia	eVisa	90 days
#42	Monaco	Visa Required	-
#43	Brazil	Visa Required	-
#44	Argentina	Visa Required	-
#45	Chile	Visa Required	-
#46	Hong Kong	Visa Free	14 days
#47	Andorra	Visa Required	-
#48	Barbados	Visa Free	90 days
#49	San Marino	Visa Required	-
#50	Uruguay	Visa Required	-
#51	Israel	Visa Required	-
#52	Brunei	Visa Required	-
#53	Bahamas	eVisa	90 days
#54	Saint Kitts and Nevis	eVisa	90 days
#55	Mexico	Visa Required	-
#56	Saint Vincent and the Grenadines	Visa Free	90 days
#57	Peru	Visa Required	-
#58	Seychelles	Visa Free	90 days
#59	Ukraine	Visa Required	-
#60	Vatican	Visa Required	-
#61	Antigua and Barbuda	eVisa	90 days
#62	Costa Rica	Visa Required	-
#63	Trinidad and Tobago	Visa Required	-
#64	Paraguay	Visa Required	-
#65	Grenada	Visa Required	-
#66	Mauritius	Visa on Arrival	30 days
#67	Macao	Visa on Arrival	30 days
#68	Panama	Visa Required	-
#69	Saint Lucia	Visa on Arrival	30 days
#70	Dominica	Visa Free	21 days
#71	Solomon Islands	Visa Required	-
#72	Serbia	Visa Required	-
#73	Guatemala	Visa Required	-
#74	Colombia	eVisa	90 days
#75	El Salvador	eVisa	90 days
#76	Montenegro	Visa Required	-
#77	Samoa	Visa on Arrival	30 days
#78	Honduras	Visa Required	-
#79	Taiwan	Visa Required	-
#80	Tuvalu	Visa on Arrival	30 days
#81	Tonga	Visa Required	-
#82	North Macedonia	Visa Required	-
#83	Georgia	eVisa	90 days
#84	Kiribati	Visa Required	-
#85	Marshall Islands	Visa Required	-
#86	Nicaragua	Visa on Arrival	30 days
#87	Palau	Visa on Arrival	30 days
#88	Bosnia and Herzegovina	Visa Required	-
#89	Micronesia	Visa Free	30 days
#90	Venezuela	Visa Required	-
#91	Albania	eVisa	90 days
#92	Moldova	eVisa	90 days
#93	Russia	Visa Required	-
#94	Turkey	Visa Required	-
#95	Qatar	eVisa	90 days
#96	Timor Leste	Visa on Arrival	30 days
#97	South Africa	Visa Required	-
#98	Kuwait	Visa Required	-
#99	Belize	Visa Required	-
#100	Jamaica	Visa Required	-
#101	Maldives	Visa on Arrival	30 days
#102	Saudi Arabia	Visa Required	-
#103	Fiji	Visa Required	-
#104	Ecuador	Visa Free	90 days
#105	Vanuatu	Visa Required	-
#106	Guyana	Visa Required	-
#107	Kosovo	Visa Required	-
#108	Bahrain	eVisa	90 days
#109	Indonesia	eVisa	90 days
#110	Thailand	eVisa	90 days
#111	Oman	eVisa	90 days
#112	China	Visa Required	-
#113	Nauru	Visa Required	-
#114	Belarus	Visa Required	-
#115	Papua New Guinea	eVisa	90 days
#116	Kazakhstan	eVisa	90 days
#117	Bolivia	Visa on Arrival	30 days
#118	Suriname	eTA Required	90 days
#119	Botswana	eVisa	90 days
#120	Swaziland	Visa Required	-
#121	Morocco	Visa Required	-
#122	Lesotho	eVisa	90 days
#123	Namibia	Visa on Arrival	30 days
#124	Dominican Republic	Visa Required	-
#125	Mongolia	eVisa	90 days
#126	Azerbaijan	eVisa	90 days
#127	Malawi	eVisa	90 days
#128	Philippines	Visa Free	30 days
#129	Armenia	Visa Required	-
#130	Ghana	eVisa	90 days
#131	Tunisia	Visa Required	-
#132	Gambia	Visa Free	90 days
#133	Kenya	eTA Required	90 days
#134	Kyrgyzstan	eVisa	90 days
#135	Tanzania	eVisa	90 days
#136	Cape Verde	Visa on Arrival	30 days
#137	India	eVisa	90 days
#138	Cuba	eVisa	90 days
#139	Zambia	Visa on Arrival	30 days
#140	Uganda	eVisa	90 days
#141	Senegal	Visa Free	90 days
#142	Uzbekistan	Visa Required	-
#143	Rwanda	Visa Free	30 days
#144	Sierra Leone	eVisa	90 days
#145	Cambodia	Visa on Arrival	30 days
#146	Benin	Visa Free	90 days
#147	Zimbabwe	eVisa	90 days
#148	Gabon	eVisa	90 days
#149	Tajikistan	eVisa	90 days
#150	Ivory Coast	eTA Required	90 days
#151	Sao Tome and Principe	eVisa	90 days
#152	Algeria	Visa Required	-
#153	Vietnam	eVisa	90 days
#154	Burkina Faso	Visa on Arrival	30 days
#155	Togo	Visa Free	30 days
#156	Guinea	eVisa	90 days
#157	Madagascar	Visa on Arrival	30 days
#158	Niger	Visa Required	-
#159	Mauritania	Visa on Arrival	30 days
#160	Mali	Visa Required	-
#161	Equatorial Guinea	eVisa	90 days
#162	Mozambique	Visa on Arrival	30 days
#163	Bhutan	eVisa	90 days
#164	Turkmenistan	Visa Required	-
#165	Jordan	Visa Required	-
#166	Egypt	Visa Required	-
#167	Laos	Visa on Arrival	30 days
#168	Angola	Visa Required	-
#169	Guinea Bissau	Visa on Arrival	30 days
#170	Chad	Visa Required	-
#171	Comoros	Visa on Arrival	30 days
#172	Central African Republic	Visa Required	-
#173	Cameroon	eVisa	90 days
#175	Haiti	Visa Free	90 days
#176	Congo	Visa Required	-
#177	Liberia	Visa Required	-
#178	Burundi	Visa on Arrival	30 days
#179	Myanmar	Visa Required	-
#180	Sri Lanka	Visa on Arrival	30 days
#181	Nigeria	Visa on Arrival	30 days
#182	Ethiopia	Visa Free	90 days
#183	Nepal	Visa on Arrival	30 days
#184	Lebanon	Visa on Arrival	30 days
#185	Eritrea	Visa Required	-
#186	North Korea	Visa Required	-
#187	DR Congo	eVisa	90 days
#188	Libya	eVisa	90 days
#189	South Sudan	eVisa	90 days
#190	Iran	Visa on Arrival	30 days
#191	Sudan	Visa Required	-
#192	Bangladesh	Visa on Arrival	30 days
#193	Palestine	Visa Required	-
#194	Pakistan	eVisa	90 days
#195	Yemen	Visa Required	-
#196	Iraq	eVisa	90 days
#197	Somalia	Visa on Arrival	30 days
#198	Afghanistan	Visa Required	-
#199	Syria	eVisa	90 days

What a Djibouti Passport Means in 2026

The Djibouti passport ranks #174 globally in 2026 with a mobility score of 74.1. Its holders can travel to 16 destinations without a prior visa, while 94 countries offer easy-access arrangements. That covers roughly 47.5% of the world — 104 countries still require a standard visa for Djibouti citizens. This page lists every destination with its current visa type, duration, and requirements, updated continuously.

Top Visa-Free Destinations for Djibouti Passport Holders

#1 United Arab Emirates #2 Singapore #3 South Korea #4 Australia #5 Malaysia #6 Hong Kong #7 Barbados #8 Bahamas

Regional Access Breakdown for Djibouti Passport

Europe

of 46 total

Asia

of 35 total

Middle East

of 14 total

Africa

of 52 total

Americas

of 35 total

Oceania

of 14 total

Passports Similar to Djibouti (Rank #174)

These passports have comparable visa-free access to Djibouti. Useful for understanding where your passport stands globally.

Cameroon

#173 • 21 destinations

Haiti

#175 • 15 destinations

Central African Republic

#172 • 21 destinations

Congo

#176 • 20 destinations

Comoros

#171 • 17 destinations

Liberia

#177 • 24 destinations

Chad

#170 • 23 destinations

Burundi

#178 • 19 destinations

Djibouti Passport Power: Full Breakdown

The Djibouti passport ranks #174 globally in the 2026 mobility index, granting its holders access to 94 of 198 countries (47.5% of the world) without a prior full visa. Here's the complete breakdown by entry type:

Visa-free entry: 16 countries
Visa on arrival: 29 countries
e-Visa: 46 countries
Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA): 3 countries
Full visa required: 104 countries

Where Can Djibouti Passport Holders Travel Visa-Free — by Region

The Djibouti passport unlocks different levels of access across the six world regions. Here's how it performs globally:

Europe: 2 countries visa-free or easy access
Asia: 25 countries visa-free or easy access
Middle East: 8 countries visa-free or easy access
Africa: 38 countries visa-free or easy access
Americas: 15 countries visa-free or easy access
Oceania: 6 countries visa-free or easy access

Top 20 Visa-Free Destinations for Djibouti Passport

The most popular visa-free or easy-access destinations for Djibouti citizens in 2026, ranked by destination passport strength. Click any country to see detailed entry requirements.

United Arab Emirates • 90 days stay Singapore • 30 days stay South Korea • 90 days stay Australia • 90 days stay Malaysia • 90 days stay Hong Kong • 14 days stay Barbados • 90 days stay Bahamas • 90 days stay Saint Kitts and Nevis • 90 days stay Saint Vincent and the Grenadines • 90 days stay Seychelles • 90 days stay Antigua and Barbuda • 90 days stay Mauritius • 30 days stay Macao • 30 days stay Saint Lucia • 30 days stay Dominica • 21 days stay Colombia • 90 days stay El Salvador • 90 days stay Samoa • 30 days stay Tuvalu • 30 days stay

Fast e-Visa Destinations for Djibouti Citizens

Djibouti passport holders can apply online for an e-Visa to the following popular destinations. Processing usually takes 1–7 business days.

United Arab Emirates • E-VISA South Korea • E-VISA Australia • E-VISA Malaysia • E-VISA Bahamas • E-VISA Saint Kitts and Nevis • E-VISA Antigua and Barbuda • E-VISA Colombia • E-VISA El Salvador • E-VISA Georgia • E-VISA

Longest Visa-Free Stays for Djibouti Passport Holders

These destinations grant Djibouti citizens the longest permitted visa-free or easy-access stay durations — ideal for extended trips, digital nomads, and long-term travel.

Albania — 90 days
Antigua and Barbuda — 90 days
Australia — 90 days
Azerbaijan — 90 days
Bahamas — 90 days
Bahrain — 90 days
Barbados — 90 days
Benin — 90 days

How Djibouti Compares to Regional Neighbors

Compare Djibouti with other passports from the same region — see who offers the strongest access and what sets Djibouti apart.

Seychelles

#58 • 102 destinations

Mauritius

#66 • 96 destinations

South Africa

#97 • 61 destinations

Botswana

#119 • 48 destinations

Morocco

#121 • 38 destinations

Lesotho

#122 • 45 destinations

Namibia

#123 • 43 destinations

Malawi

#127 • 42 destinations

Countries Requiring a Full Visa for Djibouti Citizens

Djibouti passport holders must obtain a traditional visa from an embassy or consulate before travelling to the following 104 countries. Always check current requirements with the official embassy.

Spain Finland France Sweden Belgium Germany Italy Luxembourg Netherlands Denmark Austria Portugal Norway Switzerland Greece Ireland Poland Hungary Croatia Slovakia Japan Czech Republic Estonia New Zealand Malta Slovenia United Kingdom Canada Romania Latvia Bulgaria Cyprus Lithuania Iceland Liechtenstein United States Monaco Brazil Argentina Chile

Processing times typically range from 5–30 business days; expedited services may be available at an additional fee.

Frequently Asked Questions

What visa requirements does Djibouti passport holders need to know?

Djibouti passport holders enjoy access to 16 visa-free destinations and 94 countries with easy access policies. This includes visa-free travel, visa-on-arrival options, and electronic travel authorizations (eTA) that can be obtained quickly online.

The Djibouti passport is currently ranked #174 globally, providing excellent travel freedom for its citizens.

How can Djibouti citizens check visa requirements before traveling?

Before traveling, Djibouti citizens should:

Check the visa requirements table above for your specific destination
Verify current requirements with the destination country's embassy or consulate
Ensure your passport has at least 6 months validity remaining
Check if you need any health certificates or vaccinations
Consider travel insurance requirements for your destination

What's the difference between visa-free, visa-on-arrival, and eVisa for Djibouti travelers?

Visa-free: Djibouti passport holders can enter without any visa for the specified duration.

Visa-on-arrival: You can obtain a visa upon arriving at the destination country's border or airport.

eVisa: An electronic visa that must be applied for and approved online before traveling.

eTA: Electronic Travel Authorization - a simple online approval required before boarding your flight.

Visa required: A traditional visa must be obtained from an embassy or consulate before traveling.

Can visa requirements change for Djibouti passport holders?

Visa requirements can change frequently. It is recommended to check with the nearest embassy or consulate of Djibouti for the most up-to-date information before traveling.

How strong is the Djibouti passport compared to other passports?

The Djibouti passport ranks #174 globally with a mobility score of 74.1. This ranking is based on:

16 visa-free destinations
29 visa-on-arrival countries
46 eVisa destinations
3 eTA destinations

You can see how Djibouti compares to other countries in our interactive chart above.

How often does Djibouti visa policy for its citizens change?

Visa policies are reviewed regularly. Major changes typically happen after bilateral agreements, elections, or security reviews. We update the Djibouti data at least quarterly from official sources.

In which region does the Djibouti passport grant the strongest access?

Based on current data, the Djibouti passport grants its strongest regional access in Africa with 38 accessible destinations. Review the regional breakdown above for full details.

Can Djibouti passport holders also benefit from a second passport?

Many travellers combine a Djibouti passport with a second citizenship (e.g. EU, Caribbean, or investment-based). A second passport can unlock additional visa-free destinations and reduce travel restrictions. Always verify dual-citizenship rules with Djibouti authorities.

Does visa-free access mean I can work in those countries as a Djibouti citizen?

No. Visa-free entry is strictly for tourism, short business meetings, or transit. A separate work permit or long-stay visa is required to take up employment, study, or reside in any destination.

Are there digital nomad visas available for Djibouti passport holders?

Yes — over 50 countries now offer specific digital nomad visas, many accepting Djibouti citizens. Popular options include Portugal, Estonia, Spain, UAE, Thailand, and Mexico. Requirements usually include proof of remote income and valid health insurance.