🇦🇷Argentina

🇩🇯DjiboutiAR-DJ

Argentina to Djibouti visa requirements

Q: Where do I apply for the Djibouti eVisa?

Apply on the official Government of Djibouti portal at evisa.gouv.dj. Some third-party sites also process applications but add service fees.

Q: How much does the Djibouti tourist eVisa cost?

The government fee is about USD 23 for the short-stay (15-90 day) eVisa and about USD 12 for a 14-day transit eVisa. Third-party portals add service fees.

Q: How long can I stay in Djibouti on the eVisa?

The short-stay tourist eVisa allows stays of up to 90 days; a transit option covers up to 14 days.

Q: Can I get a visa on arrival in Djibouti instead?

Djibouti officially restricts visa-on-arrival mainly to diplomatic, official and service passports. Ordinary passport holders should obtain the eVisa in advance to avoid being denied boarding.

Q: How long does eVisa approval take?

Standard processing usually takes about 4-7 business days, so apply at least a week before departure.

Argentine ordinary passport holders need an eVisa to enter Djibouti for tourism. Apply online before travel at the official portal evisa.gouv.dj; visa-on-arrival is not reliably available for ordinary passports. Djibouti is not visa-free for Argentine citizens. Since the eVisa system launched on 18 February 2018, holders of ordinary Argentine passports must obtain an electronic visa in advance through the official Government of Djibouti portal (evisa.gouv.dj). For a short tourist stay the relevant product is the short-stay eVisa (15-90 days), with a government visa fee of about USD 23 (a 14-day transit eVisa costs about USD 12). The eVisa is generally issued as a single-entry document and is approved electronically, typically within a few business days, with no embassy visit required. While a visa-on-arrival channel exists at Ambouli International Airport, Djibouti officially restricts it primarily to diplomatic, official and service passport holders, so ordinary travelers should treat the eVisa as the required route and obtain it before boarding. The passport must be valid at least six months beyond arrival and have at least two blank pages. Djibouti is in East Africa and is not part of the Schengen area, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply.

VISA REQUIREDTOURISMSINGLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30

For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.

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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30

Visa type

eVisa (electronic visa) - short-stay tourist

Maximum stay

Up to 90 days (15-90 day short-stay eVisa; 14-day transit option also available)

per entry

Entries

Single entry

from issue date

Visa fee

USD 23 government fee (short stay); USD 12 (transit). Service/processing fees apply via authorized portals.

consular fee only

Processing time

Typically 3-7 business days

standard track

Validity

Valid for entry within the period stated on the eVisa; tied to the passport used in the application

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm eVisa eligibility and prepare your passport

Ensure your Argentine ordinary passport is valid for at least six months beyond your arrival date and has at least two blank pages. The eVisa is for tourism or commerce purposes.

· 6-month validity· 2 blank pages

/02

Go to the official eVisa portal

Open the Government of Djibouti portal at evisa.gouv.dj and create an account using your email address. Avoid unofficial sites that add markups.

· evisa.gouv.dj· Official source

/03

Complete the online application form

Enter your personal details, passport data and travel information, and select the short-stay tourist eVisa (15-90 days) for a normal visit.

· Short-stay 15-90 days

/04

Upload supporting documents

Upload a scan of your passport bio-page and a passport-style photo, plus any documents requested (such as accommodation details).

· Passport scan· Photo

/05

Pay the visa fee online

Pay the government fee (about USD 23 for short stay) by credit or debit card. Authorized portals may add a service fee.

· Card payment· USD

/06

Receive the eVisa and travel

Wait for approval (typically a few business days), then download and print the approved eVisa to present at check-in and on arrival at Ambouli International Airport.

· Print eVisa· Present on arrival

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items

Personalized checklist

Argentina -> Djibouti · eVisa (electronic visa) - short-stay tourist

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredArgentine ordinary passport valid 6+ months beyond arrival

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredAt least two blank passport pages

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredApproved Djibouti eVisa (printed copy)

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RequiredRecent passport-style photograph (digital)

Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route

required

RequiredScan of passport bio-data page

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredCredit or debit card for online fee payment

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RecommendedConfirmed return or onward ticket

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

recommended

RecommendedProof of accommodation / hotel booking

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

recommended

ConditionalYellow fever vaccination certificate if arriving from an endemic country

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

conditional

RecommendedSufficient funds for the stay

Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances

recommended

RequiredOfficial application form or online application

Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed

Use the current form from the official or designated application channel.

RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary

Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it

Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.

RecommendedTravel medical insurance

Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates

Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.

Official sourcesVisa policy of Djibouti - Wikipedia Government of Djibouti official eVisa portal Djibouti eVisa fees information

Application link included: Visa policy of Djibouti - Wikipedia

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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Government eVisa fee (short stay 15-90 days)USD 23Official Government of Djibouti fee for the short-stay tourist eVisa

Government eVisa fee (transit, up to 14 days)USD 12Cheaper option for short transit visits

Service fee (authorized portals)USD 25-60Charged by third-party agents; not applicable when applying on evisa.gouv.dj directly

Rush processing (optional)USD 99Optional expedited handling via some portals

Total estimateUSD 23 — USD 90incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard eVisa processing

4-7 business days

Default online processing through the official portal; apply at least a week before travel.

Rush processing

3-5 business days

Optional expedited service offered by some authorized portals for an extra fee.

Super-rush processing

2-4 business days

Fastest expedited option for urgent travel, at a significantly higher fee.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Argentina is not on Djibouti's visa-exemption list

Djibouti does not grant visa-free entry to Argentine passport holders, so an advance visa is needed.

High

/02

Djibouti runs a nationwide eVisa system

Since 18 February 2018 Djibouti has issued electronic visas online for tourism and commerce, covering ordinary passport holders of almost all nationalities.

High

/03

Visa-on-arrival is not reliable for ordinary passports

Djibouti officially limits arrival visas mainly to diplomatic, official and service passports, so ordinary travelers should secure an eVisa beforehand.

Medium

/04

Airlines require a visa before boarding

Carriers check for a valid eVisa at check-in; without one, boarding can be denied.

Medium

/05

Not a Schengen or visa-waiver destination

Djibouti is in East Africa with no visa-waiver agreement with Argentina, so Schengen/ETIAS rules are irrelevant and a visa applies.

Low

/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01

Immigration

Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.

/02

Customs

Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.

/03

Connectivity

Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.

/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024

2026-05-30

Argentina to Djibouti route verified

Confirmed via the official Djibouti eVisa portal (evisa.gouv.dj) and Wikipedia visa policy that Argentine ordinary passport holders require an eVisa; short-stay government fee about USD 23, single entry, up to 90 days. Visa-on-arrival not reliably available for ordinary passports.

/09 — The questions