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Temporary Work Authorization (Autorisation Provisoire de Travail)
DjiboutiDjibouti•Africa
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Temporary Work Authorization (Autorisation Provisoire de Travail)

Work

At a Glance

Processing Time

1–3 weeks

Estimated Cost

Not confirmed

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Stay Duration

6 months

Renewable

Renewal

Renewable

Family

Not specified

PR Pathway

None

Sponsor

Job offer required

Work

Remote not required

Overview

This permit is designed for short-term, project-based assignments (e.g., specialized technical work, audits, or training) that do not constitute permanent residency.

The Temporary Work Authorization is a specialized permit for foreign nationals performing short-term, project-based tasks in Djibouti. It requires sponsorship from a local entity, either through ANEFIP for mainland businesses or the DPFZA for free zone entities. This permit is strictly for on-site assignments and does not provide a pathway to permanent residency.

Stay & Extensions

Initial grant6 months

Conversion Paths

Visas you can typically switch to from this status.

Long-Stay Entry Visa (Relocate/Temporary)
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Long-Stay Entry Visa (Relocate/Temporary)

ValidityVaries (governed by Carte de Séjour)
Processing3–14 days
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Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Confirmed, temporary job offer from a company registered in Djibouti

Employer must be registered with ANEFIP or DPFZA

KEY CRITERIA

Education

bachelor or higher

Experience

1+ years

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Written request detailing the beneficiary's name, position, and employer

Employment contract or service agreement

Employer's corporate registration documents and proof of good standing

Passport copy

Passport-sized photographs

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

  • Facilitates short-term specialized technical work
  • Clear processing timeline for standard applications

Worth Knowing

  • Decentralized process between Ministry of Labor and Immigration
  • Fees are not transparently published
  • Not intended for long-term residency
  • Lack of a local employer sponsor
  • Permanent residency intent

Application Process

1

Employer initiates the request with ANEFIP or DPFZA

2

Approval granted

3

Employee obtains appropriate entry visa

4

Arrival and registration

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