NigeriaDjibouti: e-Visa

NigeriaDjibouti

Do Nigeria passport holders need a visa for Djibouti?

e-Visa

Yes. Nigeria 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

Distance3,908 km, straight line (~5h 6m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Djibouti15 of 242 nationalities tracked

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

Visa-free alternatives near Djibouti

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

Other visa-free destinations for Nigeria passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Nigeria passport holders need a visa for Djibouti?

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

How far is Djibouti from Nigeria?

About 3,908 km in a straight line, roughly ~5h 6m 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 Nigeria passport holders visit without a visa instead of Djibouti?

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 Nigeria

Nigeria, officially the Federal Republic of Nigeria, is a country in West Africa between the Sahel to the north and the Gulf of Guinea in the Atlantic Ocean to the south. It covers an area of 923,769 square kilometres (356,669 mi2). With a population of more than 242 million, it is the most populous country in Africa, and the world's sixth-most populous country. Nigeria borders Niger in the north, Chad in the northeast, Cameroon in the east, and Benin in the west. Nigeria is a federal republic comprising 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, where its capital, Abuja, is located. The largest city in Nigeria by population is Lagos, one of the largest metropolitan areas in the world and the second largest in Africa.

CapitalAbuja

RegionWestern Africa

Population237.5M

Area923,768 km²

CurrencyNigerian naira (1 USD ≈ 1331.83 NGN)

LanguagesEnglish

Calling code+234

Drives on theright

TimezoneLagos (UTC+1)

Nearest airportNnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV), 25 km

Emergency number112 / 199

UNESCO sites4

Income levelLower middle income

GDP per capita$1,224 (2025)

Tourist arrivals5.3M (2016)

Climate in Abuja

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

Monthly climate normals for Abuja, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	33.6°C	20.7°C	0mm	340h
February	35.3°C	22.9°C	0mm	315h
March	34.9°C	24.2°C	4mm	304h
April	33.7°C	23.9°C	4mm	306h
May	31.8°C	23.2°C	62mm	285h
June	29.2°C	21.9°C	101mm	267h
July	26.7°C	21°C	245mm	215h
August	26.3°C	20.8°C	166mm	213h
September	26.9°C	20.9°C	298mm	196h
October	30.1°C	21.4°C	38mm	309h
November	32.7°C	22.8°C	0mm	327h
December	33.9°C	21.7°C	0mm	341h

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

Nigeria is a large country in equatorial West Africa, the most populous country of the continent, with about 216 million people in 2022. Rich in diversity and landscapes, the country is home to more than 250 ethnic groups and 500 languages.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Osun-Osogbo Grove
Royal Palace Of Oba Of Benin
Sukur
Sukur Kingdom

Upcoming public holidays

October 1, 2026National Day

November 1, 2026National Youth 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

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