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USA student visa success rate for Djiboutian citizens

38.5% of Djiboutian US visitor-visa cases were approved in FY2025. the USA publishes no student-visa outcomes broken down by nationality, so there is no official Djiboutian rate for this exact route, and any site quoting a precise percentage is estimating rather than citing. For reference, 67.6% of Schengen short-stay applications lodged in Djibouti were issued in 2025. What is documented is the decision itself — officers assess whether you are a genuine student who can fund and complete the course, and the single biggest lever is admission and funding. On the money side: Show funds covering the first-year tuition and living costs stated on your I-20 — documented, genuine, and readily available. The estimator below weighs your own finances, ties, travel history and refusal record against that.

Last reviewed July 2026 per our editorial standards. Source: U.S. Department of State — Bureau of Consular Affairs .

How likely is a student visa to the United States for Djiboutian citizens? Officers focus on whether you are a genuine student who can fund and complete the course. A typical applicant sees roughly 42%, and the biggest single lever is admission and funding. Published approval rates for Djibouti run at 38.5% on US visitor visas in FY2025 and 67.6% on Schengen short-stay applications in 2025.

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Key requirements

  • Form I-20 issued by a SEVP-certified school
  • SEVIS I-901 fee US$350, paid before the interview
  • DS-160 + US$185 MRV visa fee
  • In-person interview showing genuine student intent
  • Proof of funds covering first-year tuition and living costs

Visa fee (cost)

Two separate official fees: the US$185 MRV visa application fee (Department of State) and the US$350 SEVIS I-901 fee (paid to ICE at fmjfee.com before the interview). They are charged by different agencies and paid separately.

Money & funds

Show funds covering the first-year tuition and living costs stated on your I-20 — documented, genuine, and readily available.

Typical timeline

Pay the SEVIS fee once you have the I-20, then book a visa interview; wait times vary by post. The visa is usually issued a few business days after approval.

Common refusal reasons

  • Section 214(b) — perceived immigrant intent
  • Unclear or insufficient funding for the course
  • Course inconsistent with your background or career plan
  • Weak ties to home country
  • Incomplete SEVIS record or I-20 issues

Where Djibouti sits in the official data

Two governments publish visa outcomes broken down by country. Neither predicts an individual decision, but together they show how Djiboutian applicants fare relative to everyone else, and which of the destinations we cover currently refuses the fewest applications from Djibouti.

US visitor visas — FY2025

A 61.5% adjusted refusal rate places Djibouti 169th of 199 nationalities the State Department publishes — a lower refusal rate than 15% of them. The median nationality sits at 31.8%, so Djibouti is 29.7 points above it.

Schengen short-stay visas — 2025

Across all Schengen consulates in Djibouti, 32.4% of short-stay applications were not issued — 100th of 127 countries with a meaningful application volume, and 16.8 points above the 15.6% median.

Demand and outcome moved together for Djibouti between 2024 and 2025. Schengen consulates there decided 4,332 short-stay applications, against 5,004 the year before — down 13.4% — while the refusal rate went from 37.8% to 32.4%. That easing meant roughly 233 more applicants were issued a visa than 2024's rate would have produced.

Sources: U.S. Department of State — Adjusted Refusal Rate, B-Visas Only, by Nationality and European Commission — Schengen short-stay visa statistics for consulates . Schengen figures are grouped by the country an application was lodged in, not by passport.

What actually moves the needle

Admission to an accredited institution

This is the heart of student decisions for USA. Make it concrete and documented rather than assumed.

Clearly documented funding for tuition and living costs

Officers weigh this alongside everything else — gather clear evidence before you apply.

A credible study plan that fits your background

Officers weigh this alongside everything else — gather clear evidence before you apply.

Context for Djibouti applicants

Published approval rates for Djibouti run at 38.5% on US visitor visas in FY2025 and 67.6% on Schengen short-stay applications in 2025. Your personal profile matters far more than any nationality-level pattern, so focus on the levers above.

Avoid the common pitfall

The most frequent reason this route fails is unclear funding or a course that does not fit your profile. Address it directly and you remove the biggest doubt.

Frequently asked questions

Is there an official USA student visa success rate for Djiboutian citizens?

Not one we currently carry. We only print a rate when we hold the publisher's own figure for this nationality and this visa category, and we do not hold one for the USA student visas. The figure shown on this page is a modelled estimate built from published route-level data and your answers — we label it as such rather than presenting it as a government statistic. What you can act on is the documented requirement set below, which is what the decision actually turns on.

What matters most for a USA student visa?

Officers focus on whether you are a genuine student who can fund and complete the course. In practice the single biggest lever is admission and funding, so make that part of your application as strong and well-documented as possible.

Does a previous visa refusal affect my chances?

Yes. A prior refusal weighs on new applications until its underlying reason is addressed. Find out exactly why you were refused, fix what caused it, and clearly show what is different this time.

Is this a guarantee of approval?

No. GetVisaOdds is an educational planning tool, not legal advice and not a guarantee. Only a consular or immigration officer can decide your application. We show approximate odds and the reasons behind them so you can prepare better.

Is my information private?

Completely. The estimate runs entirely in your browser. Your answers are never sent to a server or stored — there is no sign-up and nothing to leak.

What are the total US student visa fees in 2026?

About US$535 in government fees: the US$350 SEVIS I-901 fee plus the US$185 MRV visa application fee. Schools and tests charge separately.

Do I need an I-20 before applying for an F-1 visa?

Yes. A SEVP-certified school issues the Form I-20 first; you pay the SEVIS fee, complete the DS-160, then attend the interview.

How do I prove funding for an F-1 visa?

Show documented, available funds covering the first-year tuition and living costs on your I-20 — bank statements, sponsor letters with evidence, scholarships or loans.

Can an F-1 visa be refused under 214(b)?

Yes. Even genuine students must show intent to return home. Weak ties or an unconvincing study plan can lead to a 214(b) refusal.

How early should I apply for a US student visa?

As early as your I-20 allows — you can be issued the visa up to 365 days before your program start and enter the U.S. up to 30 days before it begins.

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Helpful guides

Refused under Section 214(b)? What it means and how to reapply → Common DS-160 mistakes and how to avoid them (2026) → How to get an earlier US visa appointment (2026) → How to prove funding for a student visa → How to read visa approval and refusal rates → How to prove strong ties to your home country →