Central African RepublicDjibouti: e-Visa

Central African RepublicDjibouti

Do Central African Republic passport holders need a visa for Djibouti?

e-Visa

Yes. Central African Republic passport holders need a visa for Djibouti, available online as an e-visa before travel.

An e-visa must be applied for and approved online before travel.

Source: evisa.gouv.dj (checked September 3, 2026).

Requiremente-Visa

Maximum stayLength of stay varies

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelYes, arrange in advance

Data as of2026-10-14

Distance2,453 km, straight line (~3h 23m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Djibouti15 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Djibouti passport holders visiting Central African Republic: Visa required.

Visa-free alternatives near Djibouti

Central African Republic passport holders can visit these nearby destinations without a visa in advance:

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Frequently asked questions

Do Central African Republic passport holders need a visa for Djibouti?

Yes. Central African Republic passport holders need a visa for Djibouti, available online as an e-visa before travel.

How far is Djibouti from Central African Republic?

About 2,453 km in a straight line, roughly ~3h 23m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Djibouti?

Djiboutian franc (DJF).

What is the emergency number in Djibouti?

17 / 18 / 19.

What time zone is Djibouti in?

Djibouti (UTC+3).

What is the nearest airport to Djibouti?

Djibouti-Ambouli Airport (JIB), about 4 km away.

How many countries can enter Djibouti without a visa?

15 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Djibouti visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

What nearby countries can Central African Republic passport holders visit without a visa instead of Djibouti?

Ethiopia, Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, Burundi, Seychelles.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.

About Central African Republic

The Central African Republic (CAR) is a landlocked country in Central Africa. It is bordered by Chad to the north, Sudan to the northeast, South Sudan to the east, the Democratic Republic of the Congo to the south, the Republic of the Congo to the southwest, and Cameroon to the west. The CAR covers a land area of about 620,000 square kilometres (240,000 sq mi). As of 2024, it has a population of 5,357,744, consisting of about 80 ethnic groups. Having been a French colony under the name Ubangi-Shari, Sango is its national language and was also its co-official language alongside French. Its capital and largest city is Bangui, which sits on the country's southern border with the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

CapitalBangui

RegionMiddle Africa

Population5.5M

Area622,984 km²

CurrencyCentral African CFA franc (1 USD ≈ 586.73 XAF)

LanguagesFrench, Sango

Calling code+236

Drives on theright

TimezoneBangui (UTC+1)

Nearest airportGbadolite Airport (BDT), 170 km

Emergency number117 / 118 / 1220

UNESCO sites2

Income levelLow income

GDP per capita$556 (2025)

Tourist arrivals87K (2019)

Climate in Bangui

Warmest February, coolest September, driest January, sunniest January. Best time to visit: January, April, May, November, December.

Monthly climate normals for Bangui, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	34.3°C	19.6°C	0mm	339h
February	36.5°C	22.7°C	2mm	309h
March	35°C	24.1°C	32mm	320h
April	33.6°C	23.8°C	31mm	292h
May	31.7°C	22.7°C	87mm	283h
June	30.2°C	22°C	120mm	276h
July	28.1°C	20.9°C	110mm	257h
August	28°C	20.9°C	244mm	253h
September	28°C	21°C	285mm	242h
October	29.4°C	20.8°C	102mm	295h
November	31.7°C	20.8°C	12mm	317h
December	34°C	20.2°C	0mm	339h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

The Central African Republic, also known by the acronym CAR, is located in the heart of Africa. The former French colony has borders with six countries and has had a very troubled history since the 1960s.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Manovo-Gounda St. Floris National Park
Sangha Trinational

Upcoming public holidays

November 1, 2026All Saints Day

December 1, 2026National Day

December 25, 2026Christmas Day

Full source list on About.

About Djibouti

Djibouti, officially the Republic of Djibouti, is a country in the Horn of Africa, bordered by Somalia to the south, Ethiopia to the southwest, Eritrea in the north, and the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden to the east. The country has an area of 23,200 km2 (8,958 sq mi).

CapitalDjibouti

RegionEastern Africa

Population1.2M

Area23,200 km²

CurrencyDjiboutian franc (1 USD ≈ 177.72 DJF)

LanguagesArabic, French

Calling code+253

Drives on theright

TimezoneDjibouti (UTC+3)

Nearest airportDjibouti-Ambouli Airport (JIB), 4 km

Emergency number17 / 18 / 19

Income levelLower middle income

GDP per capita$3,906 (2025)

Tourist arrivals63K (2013)

Climate in Djibouti

Warmest June, coolest December, driest June, sunniest May. Best time to visit: January, February.

Monthly climate normals for Djibouti, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	27.6°C	23.6°C	24mm	328h
February	27.8°C	23.6°C	14mm	310h
March	28.5°C	24.9°C	34mm	330h
April	30.1°C	26.8°C	42mm	329h
May	35.3°C	29.5°C	7mm	363h
June	40.2°C	31.5°C	1mm	315h
July	39.2°C	30.6°C	37mm	287h
August	39.5°C	31.4°C	5mm	314h
September	36.8°C	30.6°C	1mm	341h
October	32.4°C	26.7°C	9mm	353h
November	29.2°C	24.9°C	54mm	305h
December	27.5°C	23.2°C	32mm	317h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Djibouti is in the Horn Peninsula on the Gulf of Aden. The country can be divided into three regions; the coastal plain and volcanic plateaus in the central and southern parts of the country and the mountain ranges in the north. Much of the country is wasteland with virtually no arable land.

Upcoming public holidays

January 1, 2027New Year's Day

May 1, 2027Labour Day

June 27, 2027Independence Day

Full source list on About.