Ethiopia Visa Requirements 2026Entry Rules & Visa-Free Access by Passport
- Visa-free nationalities
- 2
- Visa on arrival
- 117
- eTA / e-Visa
- 79
- Total streamlined
- 198
- Visa required in advance
- 0
Ethiopia's visa policy is restrictive relative to other destinations worldwide. Every nationality not covered by visa-free or visa-on-arrival entry can apply online for an eTA or e-Visa - no embassy visit required.
Visa-free
Countries Whose Citizens Can Visit Ethiopia Visa-Free (2)
Passport holders from these countries can enter Ethiopia without a visa - no embassy appointment, no advance fee.
Visa on arrival
Nationalities That Get Visa on Arrival to Ethiopia (117)
Citizens of these countries can obtain a visa stamp at the Ethiopia border on arrival - no advance embassy visit required.
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- China
- Comoros
- Côte d'Ivoire
- Croatia
- Cyprus
- Czechia
- Democratic Republic of the Congo
- Denmark
- Equatorial Guinea
- Estonia
- Eswatini
- Finland
- France
- Gabon
- Gambia
- Georgia
- Germany
- Ghana
- Greece
- Guinea
- Guinea-Bissau
- Hong Kong
- Hungary
- Iceland
- India
- Indonesia
- Ireland
- Israel
- Italy
- Japan
- Jordan
- Kosovo
- Kuwait
- Latvia
- Lebanon
- Lesotho
- Liberia
- Liechtenstein
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
- Madagascar
- Malawi
- Malaysia
- Mali
- Malta
- Mauritania
- Mauritius
- Mexico
- Monaco
- Montenegro
- Morocco
- Mozambique
- Namibia
- Netherlands
- New Zealand
- Niger
- North Korea
- North Macedonia
- Norway
- Oman
- Philippines
- Poland
- Portugal
- Qatar
- Republic of the Congo
- Romania
- Russia
- Rwanda
- São Tomé and Príncipe
- Saudi Arabia
- Senegal
- Serbia
- Seychelles
- Sierra Leone
- Singapore
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- Somalia
- South Africa
- South Korea
- South Sudan
- Spain
- Sweden
- Switzerland
- Taiwan
- Tanzania
- Thailand
- Togo
- Tunisia
- Turkey
- Uganda
- Ukraine
- United Arab Emirates
- United Kingdom
- United States
- Zambia
- Zimbabwe
eTA / e-Visa
eTA & e-Visa Eligible Countries for Ethiopia (79)
These nationalities can apply for an electronic travel authorisation or e-Visa online before travel - no embassy visit required.
- Afghanistan≤ 90 dayse-Visa
- Albania≤ 90 dayse-Visa
- Andorra≤ 90 dayse-Visa
- Antigua and Barbuda≤ 90 dayse-Visa
- Armenia≤ 90 dayse-Visa
- Azerbaijan≤ 90 dayse-Visa
- Bahamas≤ 90 dayse-Visa
- Bangladesh≤ 90 dayse-Visa
- Barbados≤ 90 dayse-Visa
- Belize≤ 90 dayse-Visa
- Bhutan≤ 90 dayse-Visa
- Bolivia≤ 90 dayse-Visa
- Brunei≤ 90 dayse-Visa
- Cambodia≤ 90 dayse-Visa
- Chile≤ 90 dayse-Visa
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- Colombia≤ 90 dayse-Visa
- Costa Rica≤ 90 dayse-Visa
- Cuba≤ 90 dayse-Visa
- Dominica≤ 90 dayse-Visa
- Dominican Republic≤ 90 dayse-Visa
- Ecuador≤ 90 dayse-Visa
- Egypt≤ 90 dayse-Visa
- El Salvador≤ 90 dayse-Visa
- Eritrea≤ 90 dayse-Visa
- Fiji≤ 90 dayse-Visa
- Grenada≤ 90 dayse-Visa
- Guatemala≤ 90 dayse-Visa
- Guyana≤ 90 dayse-Visa
- Haiti≤ 90 dayse-Visa
- Holy See (Vatican City)≤ 90 dayse-Visa
- Honduras≤ 90 dayse-Visa
- Iran≤ 90 dayse-Visa
- Iraq≤ 90 dayse-Visa
- Jamaica≤ 90 dayse-Visa
- Kazakhstan≤ 90 dayse-Visa
- Kiribati≤ 90 dayse-Visa
- Kyrgyzstan≤ 90 dayse-Visa
- Laos≤ 90 dayse-Visa
- Libya≤ 90 dayse-Visa
- Macau≤ 90 dayse-Visa
- Maldives≤ 90 dayse-Visa
- Marshall Islands≤ 90 dayse-Visa
- Micronesia≤ 90 dayse-Visa
- Moldova≤ 90 dayse-Visa
- Mongolia≤ 90 dayse-Visa
- Myanmar≤ 90 dayse-Visa
- Nauru≤ 90 dayse-Visa
- Nepal≤ 90 dayse-Visa
- Nicaragua≤ 90 dayse-Visa
- Nigeria≤ 90 dayse-Visa
- Pakistan≤ 90 dayse-Visa
- Palau≤ 90 dayse-Visa
- Palestine≤ 90 dayse-Visa
- Panama≤ 90 dayse-Visa
- Papua New Guinea≤ 90 dayse-Visa
- Paraguay≤ 90 dayse-Visa
- Peru≤ 90 dayse-Visa
- Saint Kitts and Nevis≤ 90 dayse-Visa
- Saint Lucia≤ 90 dayse-Visa
- Saint Vincent and the Grenadines≤ 90 dayse-Visa
- Samoa≤ 90 dayse-Visa
- San Marino≤ 90 dayse-Visa
- Solomon Islands≤ 90 dayse-Visa
- Sri Lanka≤ 90 dayse-Visa
- Sudan≤ 90 dayse-Visa
- Suriname≤ 90 dayse-Visa
- Syria≤ 90 dayse-Visa
- Tajikistan≤ 90 dayse-Visa
- Timor-Leste≤ 90 dayse-Visa
- Tonga≤ 90 dayse-Visa
- Trinidad and Tobago≤ 90 dayse-Visa
- Turkmenistan≤ 90 dayse-Visa
- Tuvalu≤ 90 dayse-Visa
- Uruguay≤ 90 dayse-Visa
- Uzbekistan≤ 90 dayse-Visa
- Vanuatu≤ 90 dayse-Visa
- Venezuela≤ 90 dayse-Visa
- Vietnam≤ 90 dayse-Visa
- Yemen≤ 90 dayse-Visa
Fees
Ethiopia Visa Fees (updated 2 Jul 2026)
Tourist e-Visa (single entry, 30 days)
USD 62
Tourist e-Visa (single entry, 90 days)
USD 152
Embassy sticker tourist visa (Washington DC schedule)
USD 60
Business and Related Studies e-Visa (BRV, single entry 30 days)
USD 152
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FAQ
Ethiopia Visa Requirements FAQ
Do I need a visa to visit Ethiopia?
It depends on your nationality - the lists above show every nationality that can enter Ethiopia visa-free, with a visa on arrival or with an eTA or e-Visa. Every nationality we track qualifies for one of these streamlined routes.
Which countries can visit Ethiopia without a visa?
2 countries can visit Ethiopia without a visa in 2026, including: Djibouti, Kenya. Use Earth Visa to check whether your specific passport grants visa-free access to Ethiopia.
How do I apply for an Ethiopia tourist visa?
If your nationality is not eligible for visa-free entry or visa on arrival to Ethiopia, you can apply online for an eTA or e-Visa - no embassy visit required. You will generally need:
- Valid passport
- Completed online application
- Digital photo
- Proof of accommodation
- Proof of onward travel
Processing times and fees vary by nationality and visa category - see the visa types and fees on this page for the exact figures.
How long can I stay in Ethiopia without a visa?
The maximum visa-free stay duration in Ethiopia varies by nationality. Common allowances are 30, 60, or 90 days. See the visa-free country list above for specific stay durations per nationality.
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