The private and public investment boom in port-related capital-intensive activities continues to spur growth in Djibouti, but macroeconomic risks remain high. Although national accounts data are limited in Djibouti, the IMF estimated that real GDP grew by about 6.5% in 2015–16, up from 6% in 2014 and 5% in 2013. 

Djibouti’s economy is based on service activities connected with the country’s strategic location as a deepwater port on the Red Sea. 

As Djibouti is mostly barren, agricultural activities are less intense. The harsh climate, largely unskilled labor force, and a limited number of natural resources further aggravate the agriculture sector. The major part of the Djiboutian economy is dominated by the services sector, providing services as both a transit port for the region and as an international refuelling centre.

Given Djibouti’s economic reliance on international trade, manufacturing industries have traditionally played a secondary role in the country’s economic development. However, authorities are now looking to drive their expansion as a means to cut unemployment, and foster more sustained and inclusive economic growth. 

Various types of jobs from almost all spheres are available in the country of Djibouti including accounting, auditing, business consultancy, advertising, and biology. 

This World Bank site povides a ranking for ease of doing business in Djibouti

This World Bank site povides information on company registration in Djibouti

This site provides a detailed summary of the bureaucratic and legal hurdles faced by entrepreneurs wishing to incorporate and register a new firm in Djibouti. 

This site provides a detailed summary of the taxes and mandatory contributions that a medium-size company must pay or withhold in a given year

A complete description of the tax law in Djibouti. The tax rate on business profits is 25%.

The top personal income tax rate is 30 percent

The Sales Tax Rate in Djibouti stands at 33 percent.

Visas are required by all nationals referred to on this site, except transit passengers not disembarking and continuing their journey by the same aircraft or ship. 

Visa and passport information on this site plus FAQs

Green TaxiCabs are abundant in the big cities, especially in Djibouti City, Dikhile, Ali-Sabieh, Arta, and Doralé. They are mostly used for transportation between the airport and downtown, as well as for sightseeing. 

71 tips on getting to and getting around Djibouti from real travelers and locals.

Djibouti telecommunications are in roaming agreement with many international cell phone companies. The network coverage is good in the city areas as well as in the outskirts. But it deteriorates as the subscriber moves out of the telecom circle. Telecom service is almost non-existent in the interiors of Djibouti. 

Djibouti Telecom is the sole provider of telecommunications services and utilizes mostly a microwave radio relay network; fiber-optic cable is installed in the capital; rural areas connected via wireless local loop radio systems; mobile cellular coverage is primarily limited to the area in and around Djibouti city

See “Labor” on this site. Djibouti has complicated labor laws that favor the employee. In addition, the laws are complex and may contradict other laws, including in the areas of retirement and insurance. It is difficult to terminate employees.

This site provides a detailed summary of some of the labor regulations that would apply to local entrepreneurs wishing to hire workers, organize working schedules, improve job quality for workers, or make workers redundant for economic reasons in Djibouti.

See “Labor” on this site. Djibouti has complicated labor laws that favor the employee. In addition, the laws are complex and may contradict other laws, including in the areas of retirement and insurance. It is difficult to terminate employees.

This site provides a detailed summary of some of the labor regulations that would apply to local entrepreneurs wishing to hire workers, organize working schedules, improve job quality for workers, or make workers redundant for economic reasons in Djibouti.

Average prices of more than 40 products and services in Djibouti. Prices of restaurants, food, transportation, utilities and housing are included.

Travel suggestions for Djibouti from the UK givernment including Safety advice

Current crime and safety report for Djibouti from the US Department of State

Abrief summary of the different levels of education in Djibouti from primary to university

This list contains the most popular international and bilingual schools in Djibouti: nurseryschools, primary and secondary (high) schools

Current weather forecast

List of prices in Djibouti for food, housing, transportation, going out, and more. Compare the Cost of Living in Djibouti with any other city in the world.

A commentary on the traditions of Djibouti

A good review of the culture of Djibouti

The climate is torrid, and rainfall is sparse and erratic. During the hot season, from May to September, daytime temperatures in the capital average 31° C (87° F ) and the northeastern monsoon blows. 

Djibouti holidays 2016, bank holidays, national holidays, official holiday calendar, religious festivals and celebrations for the year 2016

Discover the complete list of Djibouti’s public holidays for 2016 and 2017

Curret demographic facts and statisitics

See “People and Society” on this CIA site

Comprehensive customs information from a transport company

A summary of import and export regulations

This site provides key information on Djibouti’s participation in the WTO. Djibouti has been a member of WTO since 31 May 1995 and  a member of GATT since 16 December 1994.

A listing of some Djibouti trade agreements from the UN

Djibouti Customs regulations and procedures for importing and exporting goods at border. 

Compare 4 hotels in Djibouti using 95 real guest reviews.

Hotels in Djibouti tend to be expensive and the few cheap hotels are somewhat rundown. There is a small number of first-class hotels.

Expert Djibouti travel guide including detailed information about everything you need to know about Djibouti. 

230 real travel reviews, tips, and photos from real travelers and locals in Djibouti