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Ethiopia e-visa

Citizens of all countries can apply for an online tourist visa. It can only be used to enter through Addis Ababa Bole International Airport.

Ways to get a Ethiopia e-visa

  1. Tourist e-Visa

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    Citizens of all countries can apply.

    1. Apply through Ethiopia's online visa platform.
    2. Enter through Addis Ababa Bole International Airport.

Who needs it

Visitors who need a tourist visa can choose the online visa if they will enter through Addis Ababa Bole International Airport.

Who doesn't

Citizens of Djibouti and Kenya can visit without a visa.

How to apply

  1. Apply through Ethiopia's online visa platform.
  2. Enter through Addis Ababa Bole International Airport.

Good to know

  • Enter through Addis Ababa Bole International Airport.
  • Do not use an e-Visa to enter through another port of entry.
  • The online visa described here is for tourism.
  • A restriction dated 18 November 2020 says credit card payments are not accepted for applicants from Afghanistan, Cuba, Iraq, North Korea, Somalia, South Sudan, Sudan, Syria, Yemen or the Crimea region.

Questions

Do I need a e-visa for Ethiopia?

Visitors who need a tourist visa can choose the online visa if they will enter through Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. Citizens of Djibouti and Kenya can visit without a visa.

Can I apply online for Ethiopia?

Yes: Tourist e-Visa. Citizens of all countries can apply.

How do I apply for a Ethiopia e-visa?

1. 1. Apply through Ethiopia's online visa platform. 2. 2. Enter through Addis Ababa Bole International Airport.

What rules do I have to follow on a Ethiopia e-visa?

Enter through Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. Do not use an e-Visa to enter through another port of entry.

Does my passport change whether I need a e-visa for Ethiopia?

Yes. Rules depend on the country that issued your passport. Open the Ethiopia visa page and choose your passport for a plain answer.

Can a e-visa for Ethiopia be refused?

Yes. Officials can refuse a visa or entry, even after you apply. Give true answers, bring the documents asked for, and keep proof of your onward trip and money.

Where do I check the latest Ethiopia e-visa rules?

On Ethiopia's official immigration or foreign ministry website, or at its embassy. Rules change, so check close to your trip.

Can I change my e-visa once I am in Ethiopia?

Often you cannot switch visa type inside the country. Ask the immigration office before you travel if you might need to.

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