Overland Travel Across Borders: A Tale of Two Frontiers
Loya Ado Somaliland Trade Port in Coastal Plain
The short, 61-kilometer border between Djibouti and Somalia is a frontier that connects Djibouti with the semi-autonomous region of Somaliland, not the federal government based in Mogadishu. This is an important distinction for your travel, as it is a passage into a region that functions as a de facto independent state.
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The one and only official crossing point is at Loya Ado (also spelled Lawyacado). This coastal crossing is the designated point for all traffic moving between the two territories. It serves as a key trade route for Somaliland, providing access to the modern port facilities in Djibouti.