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About Djibouti
Page Last Updated: 28/05/2024
Djibouti, strategically located in the Horn of Africa, offers substantial business opportunities. Many mid-sized and multinational companies are already capitalizing on this vibrant market. If your company plans to expand into Djibouti but lacks knowledge of local laws, customs, or employment processes, Africa HR Solutions can assist. Our comprehensive outsourcing support ensures a smooth, compliant expansion, with timely employee payments in any currency.
Population: 1.04 M
Gross Domestic Product (GDP): $4.36 B
GDP Growth: 6.5%
Inflation: 1.8%
Foreign Direct Investment (% of GDP): 5.32%
Unemployment Rate: 26.3%
Capital: Djibouti City
Currency: Djiboutian franc (DJF)
Languages: Arabic, French
Djibouti Payroll at a Glance
Currency
Djiboutian franc (DJF)
Income Tax
2% – 30%
Employer Taxes
15.7%
Employee Contribution
4%
Fiscal Year
1 January – 31 December
Date Format
yyyy/mm/dd or dd/mm/yyyy
- Djibouti has been investing heavily in infrastructure projects, including ports, free trade zones, and a railway linking it to Ethiopia.
- The Day Forest National Park is home to unique flora and fauna and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Djibouti’s location near some of the world’s busiest shipping lanes makes it strategically important. It hosts military bases for several countries, including the United States, France, and China.
- Djibouti has a desert climate, characterised by hot temperatures and low rainfall.
- Djibouti’s economy is largely based on services, particularly as a commercial and financial hub. The Port of Djibouti is a critical link for trade in the region.
- New Year’s Day
- Labour Day
- Ascension of the Prophet
- Independence Day (2 day holiday)
- Eid ul-Fitr
- Eid al-Adha
- Islamic New Year
- Birth of the Prophet
- Christmas Day
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Africa HR Solutions is for us everything what we have hoped for. Customer- and people oriented, fast and always willing to think along and find the best possible solution. We get professional services and an exceptional single point of contact.
Mirèl SoerNutreco - Middle-East & Africa 
Africa HR Solutions has been a great partner to our organisation, allowing us to quickly expand and operate in new markets while they flag and support management of compliance and risk issues. We now use Africa HR Solutions for support in some capacity in 8 of our geographic locations.
Hilary HanbidgeDirector - VillageReach 
Africa HR Solutions has taken the stress out of compliance - we no longer have to worry about changing regulations. Their team is professional, knowledgeable, and always available. Payroll runs smoothly, which saves us valuable time and our staff appreciates being paid on time! Kudos to the team!
SheilaDirector - Non-Profit Organisation 
Africa HR Solutions is responsive, proactive, and accommodating, even with the time difference. In fact, it works in my favor—they have time to handle tasks before I start my day. Our payroll, especially in Senegal, is complex, but their attention to detail and willingness to go the extra mile definitely stand out.
AldoPayroll and Data Manager - Non-Profit Organisation 
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