Embassy
Embassy of Ethiopia in Ivory Coast
Immeuble Nour Al Hayat, avenue Chardy
Ivory Coast visa requirements for Ethiopian citizens
Ethiopian citizens need an eVisa for Ivory Coast. Apply on the official website.
Passport
ETH
Ethiopia
Going to
CIV
Ivory Coast
eVisa
Apply online before flying, then collect your visa at Abidjan airport.
- Visa
- eVisa
- Fee
- €73
- Last updated
- 11 November 2026
Special rules for Ethiopian citizens in Ivory Coast
What to do
Apply on Ivory Coast's official eVisa portal with a scan of your passport and a photo.
Leave time for processing before you travel, and print the approval.
Enter on the dates and through the ports the eVisa allows.
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Ways into Ivory Coast
Check if you need a visa before you apply.
eVisaOnline airport visaApply online before flying, then collect your visa at Abidjan airport.
- Fee
- €73
- Processing
- 2 days
- Entries
- Multiple
How to apply
- Start from the official SNEDAI e-visa page.
- Enter your details and upload the required files.
- Pay with Visa or Mastercard.
- Get approval; print it and your receipt before flying.
- Show your papers; complete photo and fingerprint checks on arrival.
Documents required
- Passport identity page
- Return flight booking
- Invitation or proof of accommodation
- Printed approval and payment receipt
- Original passport valid 6 months
- International yellow fever vaccine certificate
- Hotel booking
- Fingerprints
- Processing normally takes 2 working days; checks can take longer.
- Visa and approval last 3 months; exact days and stay limit are unstated.
Visa requiredEmbassy visitor visaApply through an embassy for a visit.
How to apply
- Ask the embassy for its visa steps.
- Follow its instructions.
Official pageDocuments required
- Passport valid 6 months
- Return ticket
- Hotel booking
- Yellow fever vaccination record vaccine
Sources (13)Last updated 11 November 2026
- Interior Ministry department: responsibilities of the border and visa authority
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs: official website
- SNEDAI: official e-visa procedure
- SNEDAI: embassy visas and purpose-specific documents
- SNEDAI Monvisa: mandatory notices
- Embassy in the United States: visa information
- Embassy in the United Kingdom: e-visa guidance
- Embassy in India: visa page and official application links
- Embassy in India: short-stay visa application
- Embassy in Algeria: visa procedure
- Geneva mission: ordinary, diplomatic and courtesy visa documents
- Ivorian Treasury: 2025 travel booklet
- Government conference guide, 2018: visa exemptions and visa durations
Embassies for this trip
For lost passports and emergencies.
Coming from Ethiopia
- Plugs C EAdapter for some
- MoneyXOF Fr
- Time−3h
- DrivingOn the rightSame as home
- LanguageFrench
- Emergency110 or 111 or 170 police185 ambulance
Planning your Ivory Coast trip
Best time to go: November–March is the warm, dry season. March–May is hot and dry, while June–October is hot and wet.
- Basilica of Our Lady of PeaceA major sight in Yamoussoukro.
- Taï National ParkIt has the largest tropical rainforest in West Africa.
- Comoë National ParkThe country's biggest and best-known national park has birds, elephants, giraffes, lions, monkeys and antelopes.
- Beaches and tourist villagesThese are among the country's main attractions, along with rainforests and wildlife preserves.
Scams to watch for in Ivory Coast
- Pickpocketing in crowded placesThieves take belongings while crowds make it harder to notice someone reaching into a bag or pocket. Busy transport areas are a particular concern.
- Airport taxi overcharging and false pickup feesAirport drivers may quote a high fare, especially to visitors who speak little French. Some claim they must pay a fee to collect passengers and use this to justify the price. Taxi meters are rare and described as not working, so the fare needs to be settled before departure.
- Demands for bribes at military checkpointsAn officer may pressure a traveller for an unofficial payment during a checkpoint stop. Bribes are described as commonplace in Abidjan, especially when travelling in a private car. A checkpoint stop alone does not mean someone is trying to obtain a bribe.
About Ivory Coast
Ivory Coast is a West African republic on the Gulf of Guinea, bordering Ghana, Guinea and Mali.
- Capital
- Yamoussoukro
- Money
- West African CFA franc (Fr)
- Languages
- French
- Time zone
- UTC
- Cars drive on the
- right side
- Calling code
- +225
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Questions
Are there special rules for Ethiopian citizens visiting Ivory Coast?
Do Ethiopian citizens need to register with the police in Ivory Coast?
Passengers with a printed "Approved pre-enrolment" and a "Registration Receipt" obtained before departure can obtain a visa on arrival at Abidjan (ABJ).
Do ethiopian citizens need a visa for Ivory Coast?
Ethiopian citizens need an eVisa for Ivory Coast. Apply on the official website.
Where do I apply online for Ivory Coast?
Only on Ivory Coast's official government website. Avoid agents and look-alike sites that add fees. Apply before you book anything you can't cancel.
Does a US, UK or Schengen visa help ethiopian citizens enter Ivory Coast?
We have no record of Ivory Coast relaxing its rules for ethiopian citizens who hold another country's visa. Check with the embassy before you rely on one.
Do ivorian citizens need a visa for Ethiopia?
Ivorian citizens get a visa on arrival in Ethiopia, for up to 90 days.
Do other Africa passports get easier entry to Ivory Coast?
Benin, Burkina Faso, Cape Verde, Central African Republic Chad, and 5 more can enter without applying before they travel.
Which countries near Ivory Coast are easier for ethiopian citizens?
Benin, Gambia, Cape Verde, Ghana Guinea-Bissau, and 3 more let ethiopian citizens in without applying before travel.
What should I carry to Ivory Coast?
Apply on Ivory Coast's official eVisa portal with a scan of your passport and a photo. Leave time for processing before you travel, and print the approval.
What money is used in Ivory Coast?
West African CFA franc (Fr). Carry some cash for arrival, especially if a visa fee is paid at the border.
What language do people speak in Ivory Coast?
French.
How strong is the Ethiopia passport?
It ranks #91 and reaches 39 destinations without applying ahead.
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