GambiaDjibouti: e-Visa

GambiaDjibouti

Do Gambia passport holders need a visa for Djibouti?

e-Visa

Yes. Gambia 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

Distance6,472 km, straight line (~8h 7m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Djibouti15 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Djibouti passport holders visiting Gambia: Visa required.

Visa-free alternatives near Djibouti

Gambia passport holders can visit these nearby destinations without a visa in advance:

Other visa-free destinations for Gambia passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Gambia passport holders need a visa for Djibouti?

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

How far is Djibouti from Gambia?

About 6,472 km in a straight line, roughly ~8h 7m 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 Gambia passport holders visit without a visa instead of Djibouti?

Ethiopia, Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, Tanzania, Burundi.

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 Gambia

The Gambia, officially the Republic of The Gambia, is a country in West Africa. Geographically, The Gambia is the smallest country in continental Africa; it is bounded by Senegal on all sides except for the western part, which is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean.

CapitalBanjul

RegionWestern Africa

Population2.8M

Area10,689 km²

Currencydalasi (1 USD ≈ 74.54 GMD)

LanguagesEnglish

Calling code+220

Drives on theright

TimezoneBanjul (UTC+0)

Nearest airportBanjul International Airport (BJL), 14 km

Emergency number112 / 116 / 118

UNESCO sites2

Income levelLow income

GDP per capita$919 (2025)

Tourist arrivals246K (2020)

Climate in Banjul

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

Monthly climate normals for Banjul, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	32.5°C	21°C	0mm	308h
February	35.6°C	24°C	0mm	311h
March	31.9°C	22.7°C	0mm	345h
April	29.8°C	22.5°C	0mm	346h
May	27.5°C	22.1°C	0mm	358h
June	29.7°C	25.3°C	12mm	311h
July	28.9°C	25.8°C	166mm	250h
August	28.5°C	25.6°C	216mm	257h
September	28.7°C	25.3°C	362mm	245h
October	31.1°C	26.8°C	62mm	329h
November	32.9°C	25.1°C	0mm	318h
December	31°C	22.3°C	0mm	312h

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 Gambia is a small, narrow country along the length of the Gambia River in West Africa, almost completely surrounded by Senegal. Besides beaches and wildlife, The Gambia is known for the town of Juffureh, made famous by Alex Haley's Roots. It is known as the Smiling Coast. Famed for its warm winter weather, the Gambia's inland landscape provides lush river scenery and spiritual cultures.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Kunta Kinteh Island and Related Sites
Stone Circles of Senegambia

Upcoming public holidays

December 25, 2026Christmas Day

January 1, 2027New Year's Day

February 18, 2027Independence 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.