News & Announcements

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Notice for the New Djiboutian Biometric passport

Notice for the biometric passports

The Embassy of the Republic of Djibouti in the United States and Canada wishes to inform Djibouti nationals living in the United States and Canada that the Embassy will begin accepting application forms for new Djiboutian biometric passports soon . we will post a notice of the date in due time .

Thu, Jun 7, 2018 Thu, Jun 7, 2018

Notice to Biometric Passport Applicants

Notice for the application process for the new Djiboutian biometric passport

Wed, Nov 15, 2017

Establisment of Diplomatic Relations Between Djibouti and Mauritius

Establisment of Diplomatic Relations Between Djibouti and Mauritius

Wed, Dec 14, 2016 Wed, Dec 14, 2016

H.E. Siad Douale participated in the launch of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce's 2025 Africa Trade Policy.

The launch of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce's 2025 Africa Trade Policy.

H.E. Siad Douale participated in a roundtable on February 7, 2025, during the launch of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce's 2025 International Trade Policy for African ambassadors accredited to the United States.

Thu, Feb 13, 2025 Fri, Feb 14, 2025

Djibouti and Tajikistan establish diplomatic relations

Djibouti and Tajikistan establish diplomatic relations

La République de Djibouti et la République du Tadjikistan viennent d’établir des relations diplomatiques au niveau des ambassadeurs.

Wed, Mar 22, 2017

President Guelleh receives High Level Delegation of the United States House of Representatives

The President of the Republic, His Excellency Ismail Omar Guelleh, received today a high-level delegation of the United States House of Representatives, led by the Chargé d'Affaires of the United States Embassy in Djibouti, Mr. Alexander Hamilton.

In addition to Ms. Ilhan Omar, members of this US House of Representatives delegation received by the President of the Republic included Ms. Codel Bass, Ms. Sheila Jackson Lee, and Ms. Karen Ruth Bass.

Wed, Oct 2, 2019 Wed, Oct 2, 2019

The Council of Ministers of Djibouti adopted a Bill on the Refugee Status in Djibouti... the creations of an Economic Development Board and a Foundation of the Right to Housing

Bill on Refugee Status in Djibouti
The Council of Ministers of the Republic of Djibouti adopted a Bill on Refugee Status in Djibouti. This bill aims to strengthen and consolidate the national legal framework regulating the conditions of asylum and refugee status in Djibouti.

The Creation of an “Economic Development Board”

Tue, Sep 6, 2016 Fri, Sep 16, 2016

NOTICE TO BIOMETRIC PASSPORT APPLICANTS

NOTICE TO BIOMETRIC PASSPORT APPLICANTS

The Embassy of the Republic of Djibouti in the United States and Canada wishes to inform Djibouti nationals living in the United States and Canada that the Embassy will begin accepting application forms for new Djiboutian biometric passports, starting June 4, 2018.

The requirements to apply for the biometric passport, in person and in Washington, DC will be posted soon on our website at djiboutiembassyus.org. Therefore, the Embassy does not issue, renew or extend the validity of the old passport.

Fri, Apr 6, 2018 Wed, Mar 21, 2018

L’Ambassadeur a participé au déjeuner offert par l’Administrateur du groupe africaine de la Banque Mondiale, M. Sikieh en l’honneur de la délégation djiboutienne

16 mars 2016 - L’Administrateur du Groupe Africain de la Banque Mondiale, M. Mohamed Sikieh Kayad a organisé un déjeuner de travail pour la délégation djiboutienne durant la Réunion de Printemps de la FMI et de la Banque mondiale dont laquelle notre Ambassadeur était présent.

Wed, Mar 16, 2016

Press Release on the extraordinary meeting of the Council of Ministers of IGAD held in Juba South Sudan on July 23 and 24 2017

COMMUNIQUE DE PRESSE

(07/24/2017) La 28ème session extraordinaire du Conseil des Ministres de l'IGAD s’est tenue les 23 et 24 juillet 2017 à Juba, capitale de la République du Soudan du Sud. La République de Djibouti a été représentée par son Ministre des Affaires Etrangères et de la Coopération Internationale, Porte-Parole du Gouvernement, Monsieur Mahmoud Ali Youssouf.

Mon, Jul 24, 2017

Press release :Djibouti does not recognize The arbitral award rendered by LCIA (London International Arbitral Court )

Press release :Djibouti does not recognize The arbitral award rendered by LCIA (London International Arbitral Court )

Fri, Aug 3, 2018 Fri, Aug 3, 2018

The President of the Republic decreed two days of National Mourning following the death of the Emir of Kuwait .

The President of the Republic decreed two days of National mourning following the death of the Emir of Kuwait , Sheikh Sabah al-Ahmad al-Sabah.

Thu, Oct 1, 2020

General Assembly resolution for the agression against Ukraine

General Assembly resolution for the agression against Ukraine

Statement by

Wed, Mar 2, 2022 Mon, Mar 7, 2022

Ambassador Douale and his wife attended the inauguration ceremony of the new US President Donald Trump

Ambassador Douale and his wife attended the inauguration ceremony of new US President of the United States Donald Trump JAN 20 2017 at Capital HILL .

Wed, Jan 25, 2017 Wed, Jan 25, 2017

Statement by Amb Douale on the Occasion of the 48th Anniversary of the Independence of the Republic of Djibouti.

Statement by Ambassador Douale on the Occasion of the 48th Anniversary of the Independence of the Republic of Djibouti.

Thu, Jul 3, 2025 Thu, Jul 3, 2025

Djibouti firmly opposes the threats and falsehoods asserted by DP World.

Press Release
Djibouti firmly opposes the threats and falsehoods asserted by DP World.
Following the release by DP World of press releases regarding the Doraleh port facilities, the Republic of Djibouti wishes to provide the following clarifications.

Fri, Apr 13, 2018 Fri, Apr 13, 2018

High-level Meeting on Somalia on the Sidelines of the 72nd Session of the United Nations General Assembly

Statement by

His Excellency

Mr. Mahamoud Ali Youssouf

Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation

Head of the Djibouti Delegation

During the

High Level Meeting on Somalia

Thursday September 21, 2017

Mon, Oct 2, 2017

PRESIDENT ISMAIL OMAR GUELLEH SENDS HIS WARM CONGRATULATIONS TO THE ELECTED PRESIDENT DONALD TRUMP

Thu, Nov 10, 2016 Thu, Nov 10, 2016

President of DPFZA, Djibouti Ports and Free Zones Authority give an interview to Africa Magazine and said ``We have a global ambition``

President of DPFZA, Djibouti Ports and Free Zones Authority give an interviews in the African Magazine
and said « We have a global ambition. »

The memorandum of understanding (MOU) signed between Addis Ababa and Somaliland on January 1st, granting Ethiopia 'autonomous' access to the sea, is reshaping strategic dynamics in an already delicate region. Aboubaker Omar Hadi delves into the competitiveness and medium-term aspirations of Djibouti's port infrastructure.

Mon, Jan 29, 2024 Mon, Jan 29, 2024

Today Ambassador Douale sent a condolence letter on behalf of the people of Djibouti to the family of the late Muhammad Ali

Today Ambassador Douale sent a condolence letter on behalf of the people of Djibouti to the family of the late Muhammad Ali

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Thu, Jun 9, 2016