Navy base
Djibouti
Camp Lemonnier
Updated
This is a personal guide. It is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, the Department of Defense, any U.S. military service, or any base office. Allowances can change twice a month. Confirm with your housing office and finance before you sign.
Allowances and rates
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Ceilings are grouped by pay grade. Dollar amounts are rounded.
Locality DJ999 Djibouti
OHA rental ceilings, with dependents
| Paygrade | Monthlyceiling(USD) | Approx.USD |
|---|---|---|
| E-1 to E-4 | $1,080 | ≈ $1,080 |
| E-5 | $1,206 | ≈ $1,206 |
| E-6 to E-8 | $1,433 | ≈ $1,433 |
| E-9 | $1,550 | ≈ $1,550 |
| W-1 | $1,206 | ≈ $1,206 |
| W-2 | $1,433 | ≈ $1,433 |
| W-3 to W-5 | $1,550 | ≈ $1,550 |
| O-1E to O-2E | $1,433 | ≈ $1,433 |
| O-3E | $1,550 | ≈ $1,550 |
| O-1 to O-2 | $1,206 | ≈ $1,206 |
| O-3 | $1,433 | ≈ $1,433 |
| O-4 to O-10 | $1,550 | ≈ $1,550 |
Source: DTMO OHA Rate Lookup, locality DJ999 Djibouti. Pay period 16 Oct 2026, rates effective 1 Oct 1999, exchange rate 177.0000.
OHA rental ceilings, without dependents
| Paygrade | Monthlyceiling(USD) | Approx.USD |
|---|---|---|
| E-1 to E-4 | $972 | ≈ $972 |
| E-5 | $1,085.40 | ≈ $1,085 |
| E-6 to E-8 | $1,289.70 | ≈ $1,290 |
| E-9 | $1,395 | ≈ $1,395 |
| W-1 | $1,085.40 | ≈ $1,085 |
| W-2 | $1,289.70 | ≈ $1,290 |
| W-3 to W-5 | $1,395 | ≈ $1,395 |
| O-1E to O-2E | $1,289.70 | ≈ $1,290 |
| O-3E | $1,395 | ≈ $1,395 |
| O-1 to O-2 | $1,085.40 | ≈ $1,085 |
| O-3 | $1,289.70 | ≈ $1,290 |
| O-4 to O-10 | $1,395 | ≈ $1,395 |
Source: DTMO OHA Rate Lookup, locality DJ999 Djibouti. Pay period 16 Oct 2026, rates effective 1 Oct 1999, exchange rate 177.0000.
Utility allowance and MIHA
| Allowance | Amount(USD) | Approx.USD |
|---|---|---|
| Utility, with | $445 | ≈ $445 |
| Utility, without | $333.75 | ≈ $334 |
| MIHA | $514 | ≈ $514 |
Source: DTMO OHA Rate Lookup, locality DJ999 Djibouti. Pay period 16 Oct 2026, rates effective 1 Oct 1999, exchange rate 177.0000.
Passports, pets, driving, and shipping are on the PCS to Djibouti checklist.
Camp Lemonnier uses locality DJ999. The lookup prints the amounts in dollars.
Housing allowance
- Ceilings are in the rates table above.
- The pay period is 16 October 2026.
- The report dates the allowances 1 Oct 1999.
- The report exchange rate is 177.0000.
- The lookup has no separate local-currency column.
- Figures come from the DTMO OHA Rate Lookup.
On-base housing
- Staff live in containerized living units, called CLUs.
- E-7 and above usually get a private room.
- That shower is often shared with one other person.
- Some officer units include a private bathroom.
- E-6 and below share a room.
- E-6 and below use community showers.
- Room assignments can change as people rotate.
- Linens are issued at check-in.
- Linens can be exchanged weekly.
- Camp outlets are 220 volts.
- Use dual-voltage gear or a plug adapter.
- Check in with your command, then go to billeting.
- A small share of residents may get an air-conditioned tent.
- That happens when more people are ordered to the camp.
- Email [email protected].
- Bring an official government passport, or proof you applied.
Sample monthly costs
Source: DTMO OHA Rate Lookup, locality DJ999, pay period 16 October 2026.
| Item | Monthly |
|---|---|
| Utility, with dependents | $445.00 |
| Utility, without dependents | $333.75 |
| MIHA | $514.00 |
Before you sign
- Hand-carry your passport, orders, and ID card.
- Report to billeting for a room.
- Ask what room type your grade receives.
Update log
| Date | Change |
|---|---|
| 17 Oct 2026 | First version. OHA from the DTMO lookup for 16 October 2026. Quarters rules from the Camp Lemonnier housing page. |
Suggest a correction Never include personal info like your SSN or DoD ID.
Questions
What is the Djibouti OHA locality?
Camp Lemonnier. See the table above.
What quarters does Camp Lemonnier use?
Staff live in containerized living units. E-7 and above usually get a private room. E-6 and below share.
What should I hand-carry to Djibouti?
Bring an official passport, or proof you applied. Also bring your orders and military ID.