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Visa requirements · updated Jul 2026

Do India citizens need a visa for Djibouti?

Visa on arrival

India citizens can get a visa on arrival for Djibouti — right at the airport or border, no embassy needed.

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India vs Djibouti: passport comparison

India

27

visa-free countries

Global rank: #137 · mobility 85

Djibouti

16

visa-free countries

Global rank: #174 · mobility 74.1
9

countries both India and Djibouti can enter visa-free together

India + Djibouti: passport compatibility

73%

of the world — where both passports have the same visa access

Where India and Djibouti travel together — by entry type:

9 both visa-free
16 both visa on arrival
33 both e-visa / eTA
86 both need a visa
53 access differs

Where India and Djibouti can travel visa-free together

Travelling as a pair with two different passports? Here is the full list of countries where BOTH of you can enter without a prior visa — plus where your access differs.

Both visa-free (9)

Sort by max stay or the destination's passport strength (tap a header), and filter by region.

Country Max stay Passport rank
Barbados 90 days #48
Dominica 21 days #70
Gambia 90 days #132
Haiti 90 days #175
Micronesia 30 days #89
Rwanda 30 days #143
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines 90 days #56
Senegal 90 days #141
Seychelles 90 days #58

Where else India goes visa-free

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Documents you'll usually need for Djibouti

The usual basics for the trip. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy or consulate.

Valid passport

Valid at least 6 more months

Return / onward ticket

Proof you will leave the country

Proof of funds

Enough money for your stay

Accommodation

Hotel booking or an invitation

Travel insurance

Recommended, sometimes required

Visa on arrival

Issued at the border on arrival

Frequently asked

Do India citizens need a visa for Djibouti?
India citizens can get a visa on arrival for Djibouti — right at the airport or border, no embassy needed.
Which passport is stronger — India or Djibouti?
The India passport is stronger: 27 visa-free countries versus 16. Global rank: India #137, Djibouti #174.
Where can India and Djibouti citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 9 of the same countries.
What documents do I need for Djibouti?
Usually: a valid passport (6+ months), a return ticket, proof of funds and accommodation. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy.
Can visa requirements change between India and Djibouti?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Jul 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

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