What the governments of the United Kingdom, the United States and Canada tell their own citizens about travelling to Djibouti, in their own words, plus practical help with packing.
Travel advice levels
Each government rates the risks for its own citizens, on its own scale. The levels are shown exactly as published; they are not equivalent to each other and are not combined here.
UK
United KingdomForeign, Commonwealth & Development Office
Advises against all travel to parts of the country
No numbered levels
Updated 27 July 2026
Latest change, in the source's words:New information about military activity in the Red Sea area ('Regional risks’ page).
The official source shows no update to this advice in over 12 months. Check the official page for the current version.
Trip Rulebook could not refresh this source since 30 September 2026. The official website may have newer advice.
Emergency numbers
From the section “Emergency services in Djibouti” of the UK government's travel advice for Djibouti, written for British travellers. Reproduced without changes to the wording; formatting adapted.
Ambulance: 21 35 09 62 or 21 35 27 12
Fire: 18
Police: 17
Local laws and customs
From the section “Laws and cultural differences” of the UK government's travel advice for Djibouti, written for British travellers. Reproduced without changes to the wording; formatting adapted.
Ramadan
Ramadan is a holy month for Muslims. The dates vary by year and country. During this time, do not:
eat, drink, smoke or chew gum in public in the daytime, including in your car
play loud music or dance
swear in public
Get more advice when you arrive from your tour guide, hotel or business contacts. You should show respect to those who are fasting and take care not to offend local values.
You should also:
check opening hours of shops and restaurants
be aware that if hotels and restaurants are providing food or drink in fasting hours, they may separate you from Islamic guests, for example with screens
be aware that government offices and public institutions may change their working hours during Ramadan
follow local dress codes – clothing that does not meet local dress codes may cause more offence at this time
be aware that fasting can cause tiredness, particularly during the later afternoon and early evening
be patient and show tolerance
Money
Credit and debit cards are not widely accepted. If credit cards are accepted, you often need a Visa card. ATMs are normally available in Djibouti City, but they may not accept Mastercard. Make sure that you carry enough cash.
Alcohol laws
Drinking alcohol is allowed, but you can get a 2-year prison sentence for drunken behaviour.
Using cameras
Photographing infrastructure, such as ports, public buildings, airports, military facilities, and bridges, is prohibited. Your equipment could be confiscated, and you could be arrested. When taking photos near prohibited places, take care and seek local advice if you are unsure.
LGBT+ travellers
Same-sex sexual behaviour is not illegal but is not common in Djiboutian public life. Same-sex couples showing affection in public could attract the attention of the authorities under laws around “good morals”.
From the section “Medication” of the UK government's travel advice for Djibouti, written for British travellers. Reproduced without changes to the wording; formatting adapted.
The legal status and regulation of some medicines prescribed or bought in the UK can be different in other countries.
From the section “Extreme weather and natural disasters” of the UK government's travel advice for Djibouti, written for British travellers. Reproduced without changes to the wording; formatting adapted.
Practical suggestions from Trip Rulebook, based on open data and fixed rules. They are not safety or legal advice: rules on clothing, medicines and restricted items are covered only by the official text on this page.
Chargers and plugs
Plug typesCE
Voltage220/380 V
Frequency50 Hz
Plug and voltage data: Wikipedia, “Mains electricity by country”, CC BY-SA 4.0 (licence), retrieved 2026-09-29. Sockets in hotels can differ; the label on your charger (for example “INPUT 100–240V”) tells you which voltages it accepts.
Clothes for the weather
Rainfall Average temperature
January
Average
24 °C (75 °F)
Lows
19 °C (66 °F)
Highs
29 °C (84 °F)
Rain
10 mm (0.4 in)
Light, breathable clothes, sun hat and sunscreen.
Usually dry.
February
Average
25 °C (77 °F)
Lows
20 °C (69 °F)
Highs
30 °C (86 °F)
Rain
8 mm (0.3 in)
Light, breathable clothes, sun hat and sunscreen.
Usually dry.
March
Average
27 °C (80 °F)
Lows
22 °C (71 °F)
Highs
31 °C (88 °F)
Rain
23 mm (0.9 in)
Light, breathable clothes, sun hat and sunscreen.
Usually dry.
April
Average
28 °C (83 °F)
Lows
24 °C (74 °F)
Highs
33 °C (92 °F)
Rain
26 mm (1.0 in)
Light, breathable clothes, sun hat and sunscreen.
Very hot days on average: loose clothing and a refillable water bottle.
Usually dry.
May
Average
30 °C (86 °F)
Lows
25 °C (77 °F)
Highs
35 °C (95 °F)
Rain
19 mm (0.8 in)
Light, breathable clothes, sun hat and sunscreen.
Very hot days on average: loose clothing and a refillable water bottle.
Usually dry.
June
Average
32 °C (90 °F)
Lows
27 °C (80 °F)
Highs
37 °C (99 °F)
Rain
5 mm (0.2 in)
Light, breathable clothes, sun hat and sunscreen.
Very hot days on average: loose clothing and a refillable water bottle.
Usually dry.
July
Average
33 °C (92 °F)
Lows
28 °C (82 °F)
Highs
39 °C (102 °F)
Rain
33 mm (1.3 in)
Light, breathable clothes, sun hat and sunscreen.
Very hot days on average: loose clothing and a refillable water bottle.
Some rain on average: a compact umbrella.
August
Average
33 °C (91 °F)
Lows
27 °C (81 °F)
Highs
38 °C (100 °F)
Rain
48 mm (1.9 in)
Light, breathable clothes, sun hat and sunscreen.
Very hot days on average: loose clothing and a refillable water bottle.
Some rain on average: a compact umbrella.
September
Average
31 °C (87 °F)
Lows
26 °C (79 °F)
Highs
36 °C (96 °F)
Rain
23 mm (0.9 in)
Light, breathable clothes, sun hat and sunscreen.
Very hot days on average: loose clothing and a refillable water bottle.
Usually dry.
October
Average
28 °C (82 °F)
Lows
23 °C (73 °F)
Highs
33 °C (92 °F)
Rain
12 mm (0.5 in)
Light, breathable clothes, sun hat and sunscreen.
Very hot days on average: loose clothing and a refillable water bottle.
Usually dry.
November
Average
26 °C (79 °F)
Lows
21 °C (69 °F)
Highs
31 °C (88 °F)
Rain
11 mm (0.4 in)
Light, breathable clothes, sun hat and sunscreen.
Usually dry.
December
Average
24 °C (76 °F)
Lows
19 °C (67 °F)
Highs
30 °C (85 °F)
Rain
10 mm (0.4 in)
Light, breathable clothes, sun hat and sunscreen.
Usually dry.
National averages for 1991-2020. Coasts, mountains and regions can be very different, and any given year can be warmer, colder or wetter. Suggestions come from fixed rules based on these averages. Climate data: World Bank Climate Change Knowledge Portal, observed climate data (CRU TS), CRU TS (cru_ts4.09), Climatic Research Unit, University of East Anglia, CC BY 4.0 (licence).
Visa and entry rules depend on your nationality and change often, so Trip Rulebook does not summarise them. Each government explains the rules for its own citizens. If you travel on another passport, check with the embassy or the official immigration website of Djibouti.
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