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Here you will find important tips and useful information for Djibouti.
Travelers are advised to take cash in US dollar (USD).
Time difference with Switzerland
+ 2 h / + 1 h during our summer time
Capital
Djibouti
National language
Official language
French and Arabic
Language capabilities
English
Voltage
220 volt / adapter recommended
Opening hours
Banks
7.15 - 11.45 h (Sun - Thu)
Stores
8.00 - 12.00 h and 16.00 - 20.00 h (Sat - Thu)
Health situation
Do not drink tap water.
Mosquito protection advised.
Year-round risk of malaria throughout the country.
Vaccination against diphtheria, tetanus, hepatitis A, polio and measles recommended.
Driving
International driver's license required.
Country code for calling Switzerland
00 41 (disregard '0' preceding Swiss area codes)
Swiss Embassy / Consulate
Addis Abeba (Aethiopien), Old Airport / Higher 24, Kebele 13
Tel. +251 11 371 11 07 / +251 11 371 05 77 / +251 11 371 04 83
Other information
Security
Travelers who wish to travel to this country are advised to inquire about current traveler safety prior to departure.
Travel to border areas with Eritrea and Somalia not advised.
Leisure travel in the Gulf of Aden is not advised.
Observe elementary safety precautions.
Avoid nighttime driving.
Special legal regulations
Photographing military installations and public buildings (airports, bridges etc.) is prohibited.
Public alcohol consumption is prohibited.
Very strict laws to fight illegal drugs.
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