News & Announcements

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Ambassador douale gave an interview toPBS News Dennis Wholey Ambassador to the United States, Mohamed Siad Douale gave an interview to the Dennis Wholey Their conversation explores the unique mix of cultures and strategic locations of the Republic of Djibouti who host large American base in Africa (Camp Lemonier )		Thu, Oct 19, 2017
Due of the Covid-19 ,The Embassy of Djibouti in the United States will suspend the issuance of Ordinary visas Until further notice .Diplomatic and Official visas will be processed. NOTICE	Sat, Mar 21, 2020	Sat, Mar 21, 2020
L’ Ambassadeur Douale a reçu M. Éric Mottu Chef de Mission du FMI en charge de la République de Djibouti. En effet, le Chef de Mission a remercié l’Ambassadeur pour son accueil et sa disponibilité malgré son emploi de temps chargé. Il a ensuite expliqué la récente publication du rapport du FMI concernant la consultation 2015 au titre de l'article IV sur l'économie djiboutienne qui est généralement dans la perspective économique favorable sur les années à venir grâce l'essor des investissements. Selon la prévision macro-économique, la croissance du PIB est estimée à 6,5% en 2016 similaire qu’en 2015, avec une prévision de 7% sur la période de 2017-2016.	Mon, Nov 14, 2016	Mon, Nov 14, 2016
Ambassador Siad Doualé Highlights Djibouti's Role at East Africa Banquet in Minnesota. Ambassador Siad Doualé Highlights Djibouti's Role at East Africa Banquet in Minnesota. Ambassador Siad Doualé also participated as the keynote speaker at the East Africa Banquet organized by the Institute of Horn of Africa Studies during his visit to Minnesota. In his address, he discussed investment opportunities in East Africa, particularly in Djibouti, and highlighted the critical role Djibouti plays in promoting regional stability.	Fri, Nov 1, 2024	Mon, Nov 4, 2024
Cyclone Sagar has caused heavy rains and flash flood in Djibouti .Many people have been affected ,Djibouti government working hard to assist those affected Présidence de la République Service Presse Djibouti, le 20 mai 2018 Le Président de la République suit avec beaucoup d’attention les effets du cyclone Sagar dans notre pays. Le Président de la République, Son Excellence Ismail Omar Guelleh, suit avec beaucoup d’attention la situation de fortes pluies accompagnées parfois de vents violents que connait notre pays ces 48 dernières heures.	Mon, May 21, 2018	Mon, May 21, 2018
Bio-metric passport	Fri, Apr 6, 2018	Fri, Apr 6, 2018
Starting January 1 ,2017 Working hours of Djibouti Administration will be from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Sunday to Thursday Le chef de l’Etat, M. Ismail Omar Guelleh, a présidé ce mardi les travaux de la 21ème séance du Conseil des ministres au cours de laquelle l’exécutif djiboutien a entériné la décision de réaménager les horaires de travail dans l’administration publique. A cet effet, les horaires de travail seront désormais de 08h00 à 17h00 pendant cinq jours par semaine à partir de janvier 2017.		Wed, Dec 7, 2016
Change of Visa validity and fees as of March 1 , 2019		Thu, Feb 28, 2019
Ambassador douale will make a presentation in Atlanta next week Atlanta Prepares for an Ambassador Influx Starting June 12 While it’s more coincidental than official, the week of June 12 is shaping up to be an impromptu ambassadors’ week in Atlanta, with top diplomats from four countries dropping in on the city. It all starts that Monday with Canadian Ambassador David McNaughton, who will be hosted by the World Affairs Council of Atlanta for a discussion on NAFTA modernization and Canada’s trade ties with the U.S.	Mon, Jun 5, 2017	Mon, Jun 5, 2017
L’Ambassadeur a rencontré au Département d’Etat, l’Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs’ Linda Thomas-Greenfield 15 avril 2016 - S.E.M l'Ambassadeur Mohamed Siad Douale a rencontré le 15 Avril madame Linda Thomas-Greenfield, Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs.		Fri, Apr 15, 2016
Djibouti condemns North Korea's nuclear test done September 9, 2016. This nuclear test is a direct threat to the International Security. COMMUNIQUE DE PRESSE Djibouti, le 10 Septembre 2016		Tue, Sep 13, 2016
President Guelleh Renewed Commitment to improve the business environment in Djibouti Le Président Guelleh dirige une importante réunion dédiée à l’accentuation des efforts au développement de notre pays. Le président de la République, Son Excellence Ismail Omar Guelleh, a conduit aujourd’hui, lundi, dans l’après-midi, au Palais Présidentiel, les travaux d’une importante réunion dédiée à l’accentuation des efforts au développement de notre pays.		Mon, Apr 2, 2018
Djibouti: IMF expects growth of 7% in 2017 In 2016 Djibouti’s economy has seen high growth on the back of a public spending campaign involving several major projects aimed at improving logistical and energy capacity. The country’s medium-term outlook is favourable, with public and private investments expected to spur further economic development, according to the World Bank. The IMF agreed, predicting GDP growth would remain steady this year at 6.5%, rising to 7% in 2017.	Wed, Jan 11, 2017	Wed, Jan 11, 2017
Commemorating Djibouti’s 48th Independence Anniversary (June 27, 2025): Strengthening Bilateral Relations with the United States On the occasion of the 48th anniversary of Djibouti's Independence Day, celebrated on June 27, 2025, the Embassy of Djibouti in Washington, D.C. hosted a festive reception at the Willard InterContinental Hotel to commemorate this historic milestone.	Wed, Jul 2, 2025	Wed, Jul 2, 2025
On December 5th 2019, Djibouti officially launches its campaign to run for a non permanent seat in the United Nation Security council (UNSC) On December 5th, 2019, Djibouti officially launches its campaign to run for Non-permanent seat in the United Nation Security council (UNSC)	Mon, Dec 2, 2019	Mon, Dec 2, 2019
Deputy Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken’s letter of condolence for the October 25 attack on Djiboutian Armed Forces in Beledweyene, Somalia Deputy Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken’s letter of condolence for the October 25 attack on Djiboutian Armed Forces in Beledweyene, Somalia	Fri, Nov 4, 2016	Fri, Nov 4, 2016
Amb Doualé attend the holiday reception in honor of the diplomatic Corps hosted by the MFA of Canada in the presence of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. Ambassador Doualé attend the holiday reception in honor of the diplomatic Corps hosted by the MFA of Canada in the presence of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.	Thu, Dec 7, 2023	Thu, Dec 7, 2023
President of Djibouti Ismail Omar Guelleh has been named member of European Tourism Academy in recognition of his visionary leadership REPORTS FROM EUROPEAN TOURISM ACADEMY CEREMONY	Tue, Mar 27, 2018	Mon, Apr 9, 2018
L 'ambassadeur Douale a rencontre H.E Mull Sebujja katende ,le nouvel ambassadeur de l Ouganda aux Etats-Unis L’Ambassadeur Douale a rencontré H.E. Mull Sebujja Katende, le nouvel ambassadeur de l’Ouganda aux Etats-Unis.		Tue, Sep 12, 2017
Change of Visa validity and fees as of March 1 , 2019 The Embassy of Republic of Djibouti in the United States and Canada wishes to inform all Visa Applicants, the Changes of visa validity and fees as of March 1, 2019, as Shown below Transit visa ( Single Entry ) 1- 15 days 15 $ Short Stay Visa ( Single Entry ) 1- 90 days 30 $	Thu, Feb 28, 2019	Thu, Feb 28, 2019

Ambassador douale gave an interview toPBS News Dennis Wholey

Due of the Covid-19 ,The Embassy of Djibouti in the United States will suspend the issuance of Ordinary visas Until further notice .Diplomatic and Official visas will be processed.

L’ Ambassadeur Douale a reçu M. Éric Mottu Chef de Mission du FMI en charge de la République de Djibouti.

Ambassador Siad Doualé Highlights Djibouti's Role at East Africa Banquet in Minnesota.

Cyclone Sagar has caused heavy rains and flash flood in Djibouti .Many people have been affected ,Djibouti government working hard to assist those affected

Bio-metric passport

Starting January 1 ,2017 Working hours of Djibouti Administration will be from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Sunday to Thursday

Change of Visa validity and fees as of March 1 , 2019

Ambassador douale will make a presentation in Atlanta next week

L’Ambassadeur a rencontré au Département d’Etat, l’Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs’ Linda Thomas-Greenfield

Djibouti condemns North Korea's nuclear test done September 9, 2016. This nuclear test is a direct threat to the International Security.

President Guelleh Renewed Commitment to improve the business environment in Djibouti

Djibouti: IMF expects growth of 7% in 2017

Commemorating Djibouti’s 48th Independence Anniversary (June 27, 2025): Strengthening Bilateral Relations with the United States

On December 5th 2019, Djibouti officially launches its campaign to run for a non permanent seat in the United Nation Security council (UNSC)

Deputy Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken’s letter of condolence for the October 25 attack on Djiboutian Armed Forces in Beledweyene, Somalia

Amb Doualé attend the holiday reception in honor of the diplomatic Corps hosted by the MFA of Canada in the presence of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.

President of Djibouti Ismail Omar Guelleh has been named member of European Tourism Academy in recognition of his visionary leadership

L 'ambassadeur Douale a rencontre H.E Mull Sebujja katende ,le nouvel ambassadeur de l Ouganda aux Etats-Unis

Change of Visa validity and fees as of March 1 , 2019