
Smoking in Djibouti
Current smoking trends for the overall adult population in Djibouti show a decrease from 2000 (17%) to 2015 (13%), with a projection to decrease further to 11% by 2025. For women there has been a downwards year by year trend in smoking prevalence, from a very low start at 3% in 2000 to 1.7% in 2015, and projected to be around 1.2% by 2025. For men the trend has also been downwards, but starting from a higher prevalence of 32% being current smokers in 2000, 25% in 2015 and a projection to decrease further to around 22% by 2025. The WHO published prevalence trend estimates in tobacco smoking, as shown here, in their 2018 2nd edition report, which show slightly different smoking prevalence to the WHO country profiles. Data for the estimates are not age standardised, and were obtained from WHO databases. The trend lines are projections, not predictions, of future attainment. A projection indicates a likely endpoint if the country maintains its tobacco control efforts at the same level that it has implemented them to date. Therefore the impact of recent interventions could alter the expected endpoint shown in the projection. While the methods of estimation used in the first and second editions of the WHO report are the same, the volume of data available for the second edition is larger i.e. 200 more national surveys. The results presented are therefore more robust.
493
Deaths
493 people in Djibouti die from tobacco smoking-related diseases each year.
Nicotine Vaping Devices
in Djibouti
There is no specific law regarding e-cigarettes in Djibouti, meaning that vaping falls into a grey area. As a predominantly Muslim country, it is advised to avoid using e-cigarettes near religious and sacred places such as mosques, as well as in other public spaces like schools, public transport, and hospitals. Be sure to bring enough vaping coils and liquid to last throughout your entire trip. However, it is recommended to check with the airline to confirm whether you can carry them in your luggage. If you have more insightful information regarding vaping in Djibouti, please do not hesitate to email the GSTHR team.
Heated Tobacco Products
in Djibouti
Djibouti does not have specific laws regarding Heated Tobacco Products (HTPs). However, the country enforces strict regulations on tobacco in general. There are no specific data on whether HTPs can be brought in for personal use, unlike the regulations for tobacco products. If you have relevant and accurate information, please share it with the GSTHR team.
Nicotine Replacement Therapy
in Djibouti
Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) is banned in Djibouti, and its products are not regulated as medicinal products. As a result, it is illegal to sell NRT products, and they are not marketed in the country. NRT is not included on Djibouti’s essential drugs list. It is unclear whether these products can be imported for personal use, so it is advised to keep your prescription or purchase documents with you. You can't advertise NRT in Djibouti.
Snus
in Djibouti
There is no available online information regarding the existence of specific laws on snus in Djibouti, including its importation, sale, purchase, and use. If you have any accurate or relevant firsthand information, please share it with the GSTHR team.
Pouches
in Djibouti
There are no available sources indicating specific laws regarding nicotine pouches in Djibouti, including their sale and purchase. If you have relevant or firsthand information, please share it with the GSTHR team.