| Local name: République de
Djibouti - Jumhuriya Jibuti |
| Surface : 23.200 Kmq. |
| Population : 617.000 inhabitants |
| Climate: As can be expected from such
an arid country, it is generally very hot with temperatures often reaching more than 40
degrees Celsius. October to April is slightly cooler and accompanied with light rains.
From June to September it is extremely hot and the Khamsin wind blows in July making this
month very miserable to be here. |
| Visas: 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. ...PASSPORTS: Passports valid for 6 months beyond date of departure
required by all. |
| Electricity: 220/240V |
| Capital: Djibouti |
| System : Presidential Republic ....The
President, who is head of state, is elected by universal adult suffrage. The 65-member
Chamber of Deputies, elected for a 5-year term comprises the legislature. Executive power
is vested in the Council of Ministers which, with its leader, the Prime Minister, is
responsible to the President |
| Languages : arabic, french, somali, afar |
| Religions : Muslim 94%, Christian 6% |
| Money : Djiboutian franc (DF) |
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