Visas are required by all
nationals except those of France. Transit visas are valid for 10 days and are
available on arrival to nationals of the European Union, Scandinavian countries
and the USA. Visas can be obtained from neighbouring countries and where there
is no Djibouti embassy they can be obtained from the French embassy. When
you enter the country you are required to show an onward ticket, if you do not
have one you may be forced to purchase one at the airport before entering the
country - this requirement is generally not applicable if you arrive overland
from Ethiopia.
Traffic drives on the right hand side and an International
Driving Licence is recommended. Car hire is available but is expensive. Roads
link all the major villages with the capital and a 4 wheel drive vehicle is
necessary to get around.
Electric Power is 220V running at 50Hz.
The Plug types used are : Round pin attachment plug -
view Round pin plug
and receptacle with male grounding pin -
view
If you need medical care whilst in
Djibouti, it is best to be aware that medical providers may not accept payment
through your insurance company. In these circumstances you will have to pay in
full after your treatment and file a claim with your insurance company for
reimbursement. Therefore you should have access to cash, either from a credit
card or by wire transfer. If you need assistance contact the country's local
embassy or representative.
To be compensated you must be treated by
licensed medical personnel and provide your insurance company with proper
documentation and receipts.
It is advisable to always ensure you have a
comprehensive travel insurance policy which covers you for repatriation to your
home country.
You can check out the following websites which specialise
in long term travellers, adventure travellers, backpackers and workers based
abroad.
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product depth or comparison features. You can compare each policy giving you
the information you need to make an informed decision about your travel
insurance needs. .
Downunder Insurance - UK - Australia and New Zealand
Travellers offers travel insurance to travellers and residents in the
UK, Australia and New Zealand. Our cover ranges from basic to highly
comprehensive, with affordable policies aimed at backpackers and gap-year
students, but with cover available to travellers and holiday makers up to 55
years of age.
