Phone
Mobile network and internet are unreliable and expensive; some social networks are blocked.
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Laws and customs
Dress modestly and be discreet in public; during Ramadan, do not eat in public in the daytime. Public drunkenness is an offence; drugs carry 1 to 20 years in prison. Do not photograph military sites, official buildings or anyone without consent; avoid bringing a drone.
Verified factVerified on 10/2/26High confidenceFrance Diplomatie, Travel advice: Djibouti, useful informationFriday is the day of rest; the weekend covers Friday and Saturday.
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Sources for this guide
- France Diplomatie, Travel advice: Djibouti, useful information · Source updated: September 15, 2026 · Checked on October 2, 2026
- France Diplomatie, Travel advice: Djibouti, entry and residence · Source updated: September 15, 2026 · Checked on October 2, 2026
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