DJIBOUTI

VISA REQUIRED

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Nationality:  
Destination: Djibouti
Purpose of trip: Business

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DJIBOUTI

VISA REQUIRED

YOUR INFORMATION

YOUR INFORMATION*

Nationality:
Destination: Djibouti 
Purpose of trip: Business

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DJIBOUTI

VISA REQUIRED

YOUR INFORMATION

YOUR INFORMATION*

Nationality:
Destination: Djibouti 
Purpose of trip: Business

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VISA REQUIRED

YOUR INFORMATION

YOUR INFORMATION*

Nationality:  
Destination: Djibouti
Purpose of trip: Business

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IMPORTANT / IN-PERSON APPLICATION

VISA CATEGORY INFORMATION

Please note that the France (TLScontact) Visa Application Centre in London supports visa issuance for travel to Djibouti via a 10 days, single entry visa.

CURRENTLY THERE IS NO ALTERNATIVE OPTION FOR TRAVEL TO DJIBOUTI.

VISA VALIDITY

– 10 days, single entry

All visa issuance is subject to consular discretion.

APPOINTMENT REQUIREMENT (IN-PERSON)

Please note that the France (TLScontact) Visa Application Centre only accepts visa applications via an appointment system. YOU MUST ATTEND THE APPOINTMENT IN-PERSON YOURSELF TO FILE THE APPLICATION (see also below biometric enrolment requirement).

To make an appointment, you must create a TLScontact account (https://fr.tlscontact.com/gb/lon/register.php). You may also re-schedule / cancel the appointment using the same web link. Please also remember if you wish to file your application in Edinburgh or Manchester, you must make this selection before creating your TLScontact account.

HOWEVER, it is mandatory to complete the online visa application form (see document list below) prior to booking an appointment on TLScontact website.

BIOMETRIC ENROLMENT

All Schengen visa applicants (apart from Minors under 12 years old) are required to enrol their biometric data when submitting a Schengen visa application. These biometric data will be collected using a quick, discreet and non-intrusive process that captures a facial image with a digital camera and a 10-digit fingerprint scan with a digital fingerprint scanner.

CONSULAR FEES PAYMENT

You must also make payment of the consular fees yourself (see processing times section below for full pricing structure).

All fees can be paid by debit or credit card; see below for full list of acceptable cards (American Express cards are not accepted). Cash is also accepted.

  • Mastercard
  • Maestro
  • Visa
  • Visa electron
  • Solo
  • VCB

RETURN DELIVERY

If you wish to designate a third party to pick up your passport, your representative should bring:

  • Your application checklist
  • A photocopy of your valid ID
  • Original and photocopy of his/her own passport, driving license or other valid ID
  • A written authorization letter signed by you

Alternatively, TLScontact offers an Express Courier Return (£15.10 additional fee), allowing you to receive your passport directly at any convenient address. Applicants should expect to receive their documents within 1-3 business days depending on the area selected.

Recipient’s address and information for the courier service must be filled in by the applicant during application submission appointment. ONCE THE APPLICATION HAS BEEN SUBMITTED, NO CHANGES CAN BE MADE TO THE RECIPIENT ADDRESS AND INFORMATION.

To purchase this service, please consult the TLScontact staff at any time during the application process in the Visa Application Centre.

EMBASSY INFORMATION

TLScontact Visa Application Centre for France
Exhibition House
Suite 18, Ground Floor
Addison Bridge Pl, Hammersmith
London
W14 8XP

Tel: +44 207 605 6740 (Visa Enquiries) (Monday – Friday / 08:30 – 16:30)
Website: https://fr.tlscontact.com/gb/lon/index.php

Passport collection time: 08:30 to 16:30 (Monday to Friday)
OTHER LOCATIONS (EDINBURGH OR MANCHESTER): https://fr.tlscontact.com/gb/splash.php

EMBASSY DISCLAIMER

IMPORTANT: The France (TLScontact) Visa Application Centre in London reserves the right to request additional documentation in support of an application, and can amend / increase consular fees without prior notice. Before starting the request form, if you require any further information please do not hesitate to contact us.

NEXT STEPS

Global Visas can assist with arranging the appointment, reviewing your documents and provide guidance on what to expect, before the scheduled date / time. This will ensure upon presentation of your documents to the visa officer at the France (TLScontact) Visa Application Centre in London, there are no errors (which can lead to additional complications / further requests and ultimately, delays in processing).

UNFORTUNATELY, GIVEN THE APPLICANT IS REQUESTED TO ATTEND IN-PERSON, SUCH APPLICATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO HIGHER SCRUTINY THEREFORE WE HIGHLY ADVISE TO USE THE GLOBAL VISAS REVIEW ONLY SERVICE.

Review document list below, select visa type (see 'PROCESSING TIMES / FEES' below) and complete request form / payment, if you wish to use our REVIEW ONLY SERVICE.

Prepare documentation and REVIEW APPOINTMENT AVAILABILITY. Please do be mindful of originals, and again if you wish to use our review only service, provide our team sufficient time for step 3 below.

Access the DRAG N’ DROP email (supported by Dropbox Inc.), where you can securely upload scans of all documentation for our review. This additional email will be sent to you within 1 – 2 business hours of completing the request form. You may also find further information on the DRAG N’ DROP process via the menu above. YOU MUST ALLOW OUR TEAM 1 WORKING DAY TO COMPLETE THE REVIEW PROCESS.

Only once your documents have been reviewed, must you attend your appointment at the scheduled date and time with all originals, to submit your application IN-PERSON to the relevant Consulate / Embassy.

DJIBOUTI BUSINESS VISA REQUIREMENTS

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DOCUMENT CHECKLIST

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Original passport. This must:

  • be valid for more than 3 months beyond the validity of the requested visa
  • have at least two blank visa pages
  • be signed and issued less than 10 years ago

Two original recent 45mm x 35mm colour photographs. These must:

  • be taken within the last month
  • be taken against a plain light background and printed on photographic paper
  • show full frontal face, have a neutral expression and your mouth closed
  • have eyes open and free from reflection or glare from glasses
  • not have hair in front of face or have a head covering (unless it’s for religious or medical reasons)

DO NOT ATTACH THE PHOTOGRAPHS TO THE APPLICATION FORM

Signed, dated and fully completed original application form. Please complete online at: https://france-visas.gouv.fr/en_US/web/france-visas/ma-demande-en-ligne.

YOU MUST ENSURE YOU PRINT THE APPLICATION FORM AND YOUR RECEIPT OF APPLICATION.

Signed and completed original letter of support from your home employer. This must be signed by a member of your HR, or a member of your management team. If the latter, this person must be at least a manager grade and/or at least the same grade as yourself, and must be aware of your trip.

Please see template attached: Djibouti – Business support letter. Alternatively, the letter must include the following information:

  • Addressed to the “Consulate General of France in London”
  • Letter needs to be on home employer headed paper and dated within the last month
  • Letter need to be signed by authorised signatory of the home employer
  • Purpose of visit
  • People / places and organisation to be visited, with contact phone numbers
  • Applicant’s name and nationality
  • Start date of employment and job title
  • Passport number and DOB
  • Start & Expiry date of the passport
  • Dates of travel to Djibouti
  • Validity of visa applied for
  • A guarantee to meet maintenance expenses
  • Medical insurance undertaking (if applicable)

AND:

Clear original payslips for the last 3 months.

Signed and completed original invite letter from your inviting company.

Please see template attached: Djibouti – Invite letter. Alternatively, the letter must include the following information:

  • Addressed to the “Consulate General of France in London”
  • Letter needs to be on inviting company headed paper and dated within the last month
  • Letter need to be signed by authorised signatory of the inviting company
  • Purpose of visit
  • People / places and organisation to be visited, with contact numbers
  • Applicant’s name and nationality
  • Passport number and DOB
  • Start & Expiry date of the passport
  • Dates of travel to Djibouti
  • Validity of visa applied for
  • A guarantee to meet maintenance expenses
  • Contain the stamp of the inviting company (if applicable)
  • Medical insurance undertaking (if applicable)

Proof of valid travel insurance. It must:

  • clearly state your name
  • cover any costs of repatriation for medical reasons, emergency medical care and/or emergency hospital care or death during your stay in Djibouti
  • be valid for the whole of Djibouti and the whole of the stay
  • have a minimum cover is 30,000 EUR

A clear colour copy is acceptable.

Clear colour copy of valid flight booking / travel itinerary mentioning:

  • applicant’s name
  • travel dates to Djibouti

This must show a CONFIRMED round-trip or onward travel. If the latter, the traveller must also provide all documentation / immigration approvals (if applicable) for the onward travel.

Clear colour copy of CONFIRMED accommodation (hotel, apartment, hostel, etc) booking mentioning:

  • applicant’s name
  • dates of stay in Djibouti
  • accommodation address details

Clear original copy of your latest bank statement, as a proof of sufficient funds. This must:

  • show a sufficient amount per day of stay, to cover the expenses during your intended stay in Djibouti and for the return to the UK
  • clearly state your name and address

BANK STATEMENTS WHICH ARE DOWNLOADED FROM THE INTERNET MUST BE STAMPED/CERTIFIED BY THE BANK.

Valid proof of UK residence. This must be presented as your valid original UK residency visa in your passport / in the form of a valid original UK Biometric Residence Permit (BRP) card.

This must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the return date of the trip to Djibouti.

PROCESSING TIMES / FEES

All fees are charged per individual traveller. Please click here to see the Global Visas service fees pricing structure, for cancelled cases. Furthermore, the below quoted Global visas service fees are for REVIEW ONLY.

As a reminder, Consular fees will not be charged and payment must be made by the applicant directly to the Embassy / Consulate. Moreover, Djibouti consular fees are set in EUR, therefore based on the exchange rate at the time of making the payment, the below consular fees can vary.

Do also be aware that consular fees are non-refundable once the application has been submitted; including if the application is then rejected or if you are issued a different visa validity to that requested.
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15 WORKING DAYS SERVICE

10 DAYS, SINGLE ENTRY:
Global visas service fees
 £120.00 excl. VAT
Consular fees: £53.10 incl. VAT
TLScontact service fees: £26.55 incl. VAT

Global visas service fees:
£120.00 excl. VAT

Consular fees:
£53.10 incl. VAT

TLScontact service fees:
£26.55 incl. VAT

VISA TIPS

APPLICATION PREPARATION

Be proactive. Review the whole application process and makes notes on anything you require clarity on. By addressing this with your visa agent will make the process easier and more efficient.

DOCUMENT REQUIREMENTS

Be mindful that each document has its own requirements (i.e. passport validity / photo sizes / form signing / originals / information required for support letters etc). It is important that each requirement is adhered to.

DATA ACCURACY

Personal information must be accurate and consistent across all your documentation. Passport information, employment details, travel dates, postal addresses, points of contact etc. You must paint a consistent and accurate picture of your trip.

APPLICATION TIMESCALE

Always remember timescales. Some documents may take longer to obtain (i.e. documents from abroad / from official govt bodies / may require official certification or legalisation). Taking this into consideration along with processing times is very important. 

PRACTICAL CONSIDERATIONS

Taking a practical approach to immigration is very important. Being considerate of consular closures, travel plans, processing times, delivery timeframes, receiving original supporting documents etc. You must be mindful and plan for such considerations. 

...WHO ARE WE?

...WHO ARE WE?

…WHO ARE WE?
…WHO ARE WE?

My name is Manny and I would like to personally welcome you to Global Visas.

Our team is dedicated to providing a consular service which focuses on attention to detail, delivering a personal approach and with a high focus on compliance. Feedback is very important to us, therefore any comments you provide about our service are invaluable.

Our team is dedicated to providing a consular service which focuses on attention to detail, delivering a personal approach and with a high focus on compliance. Feedback is very important to us, therefore any comments you provide about our service are invaluableI have provided some of my own personal testimonials over my years in immigration below; working and leading on very large projects...

I have provided some of my own personal testimonials over my years in immigration below; working and leading on very large projects.

Please do also view our introductory video at the following web link:

https://globalvisas.co.uk/personal/more/about-us

We look forward to working with you and meeting all your expectations.

Global Immigration Leader, Big 4

“Manny. You have really gone the extra mile in supporting the US Business Visitor Service. You have demonstrated real commitment and energy, working a late shift night while we try and find others to fill the position. I know that the other night you stayed until 4am. You are always so positive and your cheerful disposition and attention to detail has resulted in excellent client feedback. On Monday the key client came to London and she was effusive about the service. This is largely due the cover you provide.”

Internal stakeholder, Big 4

“Manny is a big reason why the move from (external provider) to the UK firm’s passport and visa provision has been so smooth. He’s an extremely likeable honest hard working guy who takes his role very seriously. We’re very fortunate to have him leading our dedicated team”

External client, Private practice

“Most of my contact was with Manpreet Singh Johal. He did the best job someone could imagine. Extraordinary service from his side.”

Team member, Big 4

“Working on two priority accounts is naturally pressurised especially where he has also been responsible for billing on both accounts; yet Manny delivers every time and this I believe is an exceptional quality.”

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