Updated to remove Crime indicator and to include area-specific Level 3 advisory for the border with Eritrea.
Exercise increased caution in Djibouti due to terrorism. Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory.
Reconsider travel to:
Terrorists may attack with little or no warning. Terrorists target public areas including:
Read the Country Information Page for more information on travel to Djibouti.
If you decide to travel to Djibouti:
Border with Eritrea - Level 3: Reconsider Travel
U.S. citizens should reconsider travel within 10 miles of the border with Eritrea in the Tadjoura and Obock regions due to government of Djibouti restrictions.
The U.S. government has limited ability to provide emergency services to U.S. citizens in the region. U.S. government employees are prohibited from travelling after dark anywhere within 10 miles of the Eritrean border region.
Visit our website for Travel to High-Risk Areas.