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Following elections held in Djibouti on 22 February 2013 there have been reports of clashes between protesters and the security forces. Australians in Djibouti should avoid all protests, booking hotels in venice demonstrations and large gatherings as they can turn violent.
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Visa and other entry and exit conditions (such as currency, customs and quarantine regulations) change regularly. Contact the nearest Embassy or Consulate of Djibouti for the most up-to-date information.
Make sure your passport has at least six months' validity from your planned date of return to Australia. You should carry copies of a recent passport photo with you in case you need a replacement passport while overseas.
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While the political situation in Djibouti remains largely stable, demonstrations can occur at short notice. Australians in Djibouti should avoid all protests, demonstrations and large gatherings as they can turn violent.
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Roads in Djibouti are sometimes narrow, poorly lit and badly maintained. Roaming livestock are an additional hazard especially if driving at night. The standard of driving and vehicle maintenance is generally poor. Police set up wire coils as roadblocks on some of the major roads, and these may be difficult to see at night. booking hotels in venice Intercity travel is limited to bus and ferry services between the capital city and the towns of Tadjoura booking hotels in venice and Obock. We recommend that you do not travel at night and that overland travel be undertaken in a convoy. For further advice, see our road travel page.
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Photography of infrastructure, such as public buildings, ports, airports, bridges and military facilities, is prohibited. It is also illegal to photograph military personnel. booking hotels in venice Your equipment will be confiscated and you may be arrested. You should use particular care when taking photos near these prohibited places. If in doubt, seek advice from authorities.
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Australia has a Consulate in Djibouti, headed by an Honorary Consul, which can provide limited consular and passport assistance. You can obtain full consular and passport assistance from the Australian Embassy, in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia:
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