Republic of Djibouti (Djibouti)

Is a independent political entity in the continent of Africa.

Its center lies at a latitude of 11.5 and longitude of 42.5.

Republic of Djibouti also goes by the names, Afars and Issas, Cibutaen, Cibuti, Cibutän, Cote Francaise des Somalis, Cîbûtî, Côte Française des Somalis, Diobuiti, Diobúití, Djiboeti, Djibouti, Djibuti, Dj·iboti, Djíbútí, Dschibuti, Dzhibuti, Dzibuti

The prodominant languages spoken are aa-DJ (Afar) fr-DJ (French) so-DJ (Somali) and its currency is the Franc (DJF),

Republic of Djibouti currently has a population of 740500 (estimate).

Republic of Djibouti's neighbouring countries are, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Somalia, .

Regions within Republic of Djibouti

Largest Cities within Republic of Djibouti


Travel Advice Summary from British Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO)

Country: Djibouti

Published: Mon, 23 Apr 2012 13:30:00 GMT

Travel Summary

  • We advise against all travel to the border with Eritrea as the situation remains fragile.

  • There is a general threat from terrorism. Attacks could be indiscriminate, including in places frequented by expatriates and foreign travellers. Large crowds of people and public places may also be targets. See Safety and Security - Terrorism.

  • There is no British Embassy in Djibouti and the Honorary Consul can offer only limited assistance. See the General - Consular assistance.

  • You should be aware of the risk of banditry if travelling outside the capital city.

  • Piracy is a significant threat in the Gulf of Aden and Indian Ocean, especially for shipping which does not take appropriate precautions or follow agreed shipping industry best practice guidelines.  See Safety and Security - Local Travel - Sea Travel.

  • You should take out comprehensive travel and medical insurance before travelling. See General - Insurance.
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