Visa Requirements and Services
Visas are required for all visitors to Ethiopia. Visitors should obtain a visa from an Ethiopian Embassy, Consulate or Mission in advance of arrival by filling out the visa application form
(Click here to open), The form can be filled out completely online, print and with the proper payment in the form of a money order bring the document to the nearest Consulate, Embassy or Mission to obtain the type of visa being requested.
Click here to view a chart of the visa types and their associated fees.
Those using mail services to receive their visas should include an envelope with a return address and sufficient pre-paid postage in addition to their completed visa application form and money order payment.
Transit Visas
Passenger in transit in Ethiopia with confirmed onward bookings within 72 hours can obtain transit visas with the following documents:
- One recent passport-size photograph
- A letter from his/her organization explaining the purpose of his/her travel
