Bargaining Etiquette in Djibouti

Bargaining is normal in Djibouti’s markets, small shops, and when hiring taxis or arranging informal services, but it should stay polite and light rather than aggressive. In places with fixed prices such as supermarkets, restaurants, and many formal businesses, haggling is not expected, while in souks and street stalls a friendly back-and-forth is part of the interaction.