Djibouti: travel information
How to get to Djibouti
Direct plane flights go from Paris to Djibouti.
Rail
There is a daily train connection between Addis Ababa in Ethiopia and Djibouti.
Car, bus
trunk roads lead from Djibouti to Assab in Eritrea and in a westerly direction via Dikhil to Addis Ababa in Ethiopia. Buses go to Loyoda on the border with Somalia. The road conditions are generally relatively poor.
Caution
There is an increased security risk for trips to Somalia in particular, but also to Ethiopia due to the tense political situation.
Travel in the country
Air connections
Private charter flights can be booked.
Railway
A railway line runs through Djibouti to Ethiopia.
Bus
The national bus network connects Djibouti (city) with the rest of the country’s cities. However, there are no regular departure times.
Roads
The road from Djibouti to Tadjoura is relatively new. Otherwise, due to the poor road conditions, all-terrain vehicles are recommended. There is a risk of landmines away from the roads
Rental
cars Rental cars are only available in the capital. An international driver’s license is recommended. A temporary national driving license can be obtained upon presentation of the driving license. No proof of insurance is required.
Taxis
There are minibuses in Djibouti (city). Taxis are also available in Ali-Sabieh, Dikhil, Dorale and Arta.
Ferry connections Ferry
traffic exists between Djibouti, Tadjoura and Obock on the northeast coast of the Gulf of Tadjoura. There are no navigable waterways in the country itself.
Traffic rules
To avoid trouble with the police or even the courts, drivers should strictly adhere to the traffic regulations in force in the country. Regardless of the information given here, it is advisable to obtain more detailed information from the ADAC, the AvD or the Djibouti Traffic Club.
Top speeds
- Urban areas: There is an official speed limit of 50 km/h in localities.
- Country roads: There is an official speed limit of 80 km/h on country roads.
Blood alcohol limit
The official blood alcohol limit in Djibouti for drivers of motor vehicles is 0.0.
International license plate
According to Abbreviationfinder, Djibouti’s international license plate is:
DJI |
Djibouti: Embassies and consulates
Visit Countryaah for a full list of Djibouti embassies and consulates in each country around the world.
Representations of Djibouti in Germany
Embassy
The Republic of Djibouti does not have a representation in Germany; the embassy in Paris is responsible.
Embassy of the Republic of Djibouti in Paris
26 Rue Emile Ménier
75116 Paris
Tel: 0033 – (0) 1 – 4727 4922
Fax: 0033 – (0) 1 – 4553 5053
Honorary Consulate of Djibouti in Germany
Spanische Allee 43
14129 Berlin
Tel: 0049 – (0) 30 – 74 78 00 48/46
German representations in Djibouti
Embassy
The Federal Republic of Germany does not have an embassy in Djibouti, but is only represented by an honorary consulate general. The embassy in Ethiopia is responsible.
Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany in Addis Abeba
Yeka Kifle Ketema, Kebele 06
Addis Abeba
Addis Abeba, Ethiopia
Tel: 00251 – (0) 11 – 123 5139
Email: [email protected]
www.addis-abeba.diplo.de
Visa Section
Yeka, Kebele 06
Tel: 00251 – (0) 11-123 5162
Austrian representations in Djibouti
Embassy
Austria does not have an embassy in Djibouti, but is represented by an honorary consulate. The embassy is responsible for:
Embassy of the Federal Republic of Austria in Addis Abeda
N. Silk Lafto Kifle Ketema Kebele 04 H.No. 535
Addis Ababa
Tel: 00251 – (0) 11 – 371 3144/2445/0052
Email: [email protected]
www.aussenministerium.at/addisabeba
The Austrian embassy in Ethiopia is still responsible for:
- Republic of the Congo
Representations of Djibouti in Austria
Honorary Consulate in Vienna
Reinlgasse 5-7
1140 Vienna
Tel: 0043 – (0) 1 – 982 2357/2628
Swiss representations in Djibouti
Embassy
Switzerland does not have a diplomatic representation in Djibouti; the embassy is responsible in:
Embassy in Addis Abeda
Old Airport
Lideta Kifle Ketema
Kebele 02/03
Addis Ababa
Ethiopia
Tel: 00251 – (0) 11 – 371 1107/0577/0483
Email: [email protected]
www.eda.admin.ch/ addisabeba
Representations of Djibouti in Switzerland
Embassy in Geneva
Chemin Louis-Dunant 19
1202 Geneva
Tel: 0041 – (0) 22 – 749 1090
Email: [email protected]
Djibouti: entry and exit regulations
The embassy in Paris is responsible for issuing visas in Germany:
Ambassade de la Rpublique Djibouti
26 Rue Emile Ménier
F-75116 Paris
Tel: 0033 – (0) 1 – 47 27 49 22
Email: [email protected]
Visas are also issued by the French Embassy in Berlin
Import and export: foreign exchange, goods
The local currency of Djibouti is the Djibouti Franc:
1 Djibouti Franc = 100 Centimes
The Djibouti Franc is pegged to the US dollar.
- Local currencyThe import and export of local currency is permitted without restriction.
- Foreign currenciesThe import and export of foreign currencies is permitted without restriction.
Importing and exporting goods
Daily necessities can be imported without any problems, the import of alcohol is permitted up to one liter per person. The importation of weapons and drugs of all kinds is strictly prohibited. Pornographic material may also not be introduced.
Djibouti: travel medicine, vaccinations and warnings
Infectious diseases
The following infectious diseases are to be expected in Djibouti, which do not occur or are less common in Germany, Austria or Switzerland.
- Malaria: There is a year-round risk of malaria infection throughout the country, including cities. Between 80% and 90% of infections occur with the very dangerous malaria tropica, the rest with malaria tertiana.
- AIDS, HIV
- Amoebic dysentery
- Bacterial agitation
- Cholera – but there is only a risk of infection for travelers who come into contact with polluted water or contaminated food.
- Intestinal infections from contaminated food or water, including amoeba, lamblia, salmonella, shigella and worm infestation, as well as all kinds of viruses and bacteria
- Dengue fever
- Hepatitis A and B
- Kala Azar disease
- Polio, polio
- Leishmaniasis Disease
- Meningococcal meningitis
- tetanus
- rabies
- Typhoid – however, there is only a risk of infection for travelers who come into contact with polluted water or contaminated food.
- Tick bite fever
Vaccination recommendations
- Cholera – but only among travelers who can come into contact with polluted water or contaminated food.
- Diphtheria – a vaccination against diphtheria should always exist, also in the home country.
- Hepatitis A and B
- Polio, polio – vaccination against polio should always exist, also in the home country.
- Meningococcal meningitis
- Tetanus – a vaccination against tetanus should always exist, also in the home country.
- Typhoid – but only for travelers who can come into contact with polluted water or contaminated food.
Malaria prophylaxis
When traveling in the country, it is strongly advised to undergo malaria prophylaxis. However, if the side effects seem questionable to you, you should at least have a “stand-by preparation” with you.
Current warnings
Foreign Office (AA) of the Federal Republic of Germany
Citizens Service
Unit 040
D-11013 Berlin
Tel: 0049 – (0) 30 – 5000 – 2000
www.auswaertiges-amt.de/de