Completely unexpected Djibouti ended up being my last country on my big Africa trip. Because I was refused at the Ethiopian border I had to come up with an alternative and flew from Nairobi, Kenya to Djibouti, my first flight since South Africa. It marked the end of my Africa overland trip! I arrived on Djibouti’s 44th birthday on June 27th, Independence Day in Djibouti.

Planning your trip to Djibouti and wondering how to stay connected? In this guide I will tell you everything you need to know about buying a prepaid SIM card or eSIM for Djibouti in 2026.

Djibouti is not your typical travel destination. It is remote, raw and not very tourist-friendly, which makes staying connected even more important. From arranging transport to visiting places like Lake Assal or Lake Abbe, having mobile data makes your trip a lot easier.