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South Korea to Djibouti visa requirements

South Korean ordinary passport holders need a visa for Djibouti and should obtain it online before travel through the official Djibouti eVisa portal (evisa.gouv.dj). There is no visa-free entry and no reliable visa-on-arrival for ordinary passports. Djibouti is not a Schengen country and does not grant visa-free entry to South Korean ordinary passport holders. Since the launch of the national eVisa system on 18 February 2018, the recommended and reliable route for tourists is the electronic visa applied for at the official government portal (evisa.gouv.dj). Two tourist tiers exist: a short-stay eVisa for up to 14 days (USD 12) and a short-stay eVisa for up to 90 days (USD 23); a 3-day transit eVisa is also available. While Djibouti's law nominally references visa-on-arrival, in practice the government restricts on-arrival issuance and airlines may deny boarding without a pre-approved eVisa, so an eVisa obtained before departure is strongly advised. Applicants need a passport valid at least 6 months beyond arrival with a blank page, a digital photo, proof of accommodation, and a flight reservation. Processing typically takes about 2 to 5 business days. As of 2026-05-30 these requirements were verified against the Djibouti visa policy and official eVisa channel.
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
Electronic visa (eVisa) - tourist/short stay
Maximum stay
Up to 14 days (USD 12 tier) or up to 90 days (USD 23 tier)
per entry
Entries
Single entry
from issue date
Visa fee
USD 12 (up to 14 days) or USD 23 (up to 90 days)
consular fee only
Processing time
Approximately 2-5 business days
standard track
Validity
Validity counted from date of issue; enter within the issued window
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm passport validity
Ensure your South Korean passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended arrival date in Djibouti and has at least one blank page.
· 6 months validity· 1 blank page
/02
Go to the official eVisa portal
Create an account at the official Djibouti government eVisa portal, evisa.gouv.dj. Avoid third-party agencies that add markups.
· evisa.gouv.dj· Official site
/03
Select visa type and complete the form
Choose the tourist short-stay eVisa (up to 14 days or up to 90 days) and fill in your personal, passport, and travel details.
· Tourist short stay
/04
Upload supporting documents
Upload a recent digital passport-style photo, your passport bio page, proof of accommodation, and a confirmed flight reservation.
· Photo· Flight booking· Accommodation
/05
Pay the visa fee online
Pay USD 12 (up to 14 days) or USD 23 (up to 90 days) by international credit/debit card during submission.
· Card payment
/06
Receive approval and print the eVisa
Wait roughly 2-5 business days for the approval emailed to you, then print the eVisa to present on arrival at Ambouli International Airport.
· Print eVisa· Carry on arrival
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

12 items
Personalized checklist
South Korea -> Djibouti · Electronic visa (eVisa) - tourist/short stay
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RequiredSouth Korean passport valid 6+ months beyond arrival
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredAt least one blank passport page
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredRecent digital passport-style photo (white background)
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
required
RequiredConfirmed return/onward flight reservation
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredProof of accommodation in Djibouti
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredApproved eVisa printout to show on arrival
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredInternational credit/debit card for the fee
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
ConditionalYellow fever vaccination certificate (if arriving from an at-risk 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
RecommendedTravel/medical insurance
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
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.
Application link included: Visa policy of Djibouti - Wikipedia
Open link
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
eVisa - up to 14 daysUSD 12Single-entry short-stay tourist eVisa
eVisa - up to 90 daysUSD 23Single-entry short-stay tourist eVisa
Transit eVisaUSD 12Up to 3 days transit
Total estimateUSD 12USD 23incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Apply early before travel
Submit 1-2 weeks ahead
Allows buffer for any document re-submission or delays before your departure date.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
South Korea is not visa-exempt for Djibouti
Djibouti's visa policy does not include South Korea on its visa-free list, so a visa is required for entry.
High
/02
eVisa is the official recommended channel
Djibouti launched its national eVisa system in 2018 and recommends applying online before travel.
High
/03
Visa-on-arrival is unreliable for ordinary passports
On-arrival issuance is officially restricted and airlines may deny boarding without a pre-approved eVisa.
Medium
/04
Tourism and commerce are eligible purposes
The eVisa is issued for tourism or commercial visits, covering typical short tourist stays.
Medium
/05
Document checks at boarding and entry
Carriers and immigration verify a valid printed eVisa, passport validity, and onward travel.
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
South Korea to Djibouti route verified
Confirmed eVisa requirement for South Korean ordinary passport holders via the official Djibouti eVisa portal; fees USD 12 (up to 14 days) and USD 23 (up to 90 days), processing about 2-5 business days. No visa-free entry; visa-on-arrival not reliable for ordinary passports.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do South Korean citizens need a visa for Djibouti?
Yes. South Korea is not on Djibouti's visa-exempt list, so an ordinary passport holder must obtain a visa, most reliably an eVisa applied for online before travel.
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