Kenyan visa for Djiboutian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Djiboutian passport holders visiting Kenya for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Djiboutian citizens to enter Kenya for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Kenya e-visa for Djiboutian citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | Kenya visa on arrival for Djiboutian citizens | Not Available | |
Kenya tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Djiboutian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Kenya.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Kenya.
If you are looking for Kenya visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Djibouti, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Kenya nearest your place of residence.
- Addis Ababa: The Embassy of in Addis Ababa, ~ 519.26 kilometers (322.65 mi) away from Djibouti, Djibouti. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 5 hours 19 minutes).
- Mogadishu: The Embassy of in Mogadishu, ~ 1130.66 kilometers (702.56 mi) away from Djibouti, Djibouti. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 5 hours 19 minutes).
Kenya visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Kenya diplomatic mission offices to Djibouti for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Djibouti traveling to Kenya from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Djibouti) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 114 | N/A |
| 2009 | 139 | 21.93% |
| 2010 | 147 | 5.76% |
| 2011 | 175 | 19.05% |
| 2012 | 162 | -7.43% |
| 2013 | 143 | -11.73% |
| 2014 | 126 | -11.89% |
| 2015 | 111 | -11.90% |
| 2016 | 127 | 14.41% |
| 2017 | 136 | 7.09% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Kenya & Djibouti comparison
Kenya's area is approximately 569,140 km2 (219,746 sq mi), while the area of Djibouti is approximately 23,180 km2 (8,949 sq mi). This means Djibouti is 24.55 times smaller than Kenya.
As of October 2025, Kenya's population is ~59.9 million people - 58,840,111 more people than the population of Djibouti.
We have highlighted Kenya & Djibouti’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Kenya | Djibouti | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 59,901,223 | 1,061,112 | 58.8 million more people live in Kenya than Djibouti |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 5 | 25 | Kenya has 20 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Djibouti. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 43 | 14 | Kenya passport holders can visit 29 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 94 | 28 | Kenyan hosts 66 more foreign missions than Djibouti. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Djibouti travel to Kenya in one year?
The number of visitors from Djibouti visiting Kenya in 2017 was approximately 136.
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Useful Information
- Nairobi to Djibouti: 1274.10 km (791.69 mi)
- Travel time: 2 hours 39 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025