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Ethiopia visa requirements 2026

Do you need a visa for Ethiopia? Entry rules for every passport, grouped by visa category.

Visa data last updated 2026-01-09

Region: Eastern Africa | Continent: Africa

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2Visa-free
81eVisa
114Visa on arrival
1Visa required

Ethiopia entry rules at a glance

Of the 198 passports we track, 2 can enter Ethiopia visa-free (most commonly for up to 90 days) and 114 can get a visa on arrival. Of the rest, 81 need an eVisa or electronic travel authorisation before departure and 1 need a visa issued in advance by an embassy or consulate.

116 of 198 passports can travel to Ethiopia without arranging anything before departure.

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Ethiopia entry rules for common passports

PassportEntry rule for Ethiopia
United States of AmericaVisa on arrival
United KingdomVisa on arrival
CanadaVisa on arrival
AustraliaVisa on arrival
GermanyVisa on arrival
FranceVisa on arrival
IndiaVisa on arrival
ChinaVisa on arrival
NigeriaeVisa
South AfricaVisa on arrival
BrazilVisa on arrival
PhilippinesVisa on arrival

Ethiopia visa requirements by region of passport

Number of passports from each region in each entry category for Ethiopia.

Passport regionVisa-freeVisa on arrivaleVisaVisa required
Africa24560
Asia023271
Europe03960
North America03200
Oceania02120
South America02100

Entry rules for every passport

Visa-free 2
eVisa 81
Visa on arrival 114
Visa required 1

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a visa to visit Ethiopia?

It depends on your passport. Of 198 passports, 2 can enter visa-free, 114 can get a visa on arrival, 81 need an eVisa and 1 need a visa before travel. Find your passport in the lists on this page.

Which passports can enter Ethiopia without a visa?

2 passports have visa-free access to Ethiopia, including Kenya and Djibouti. The most common visa-free stay is 90 days.

Does Ethiopia offer visa on arrival?

Yes. 114 passports can obtain a visa on arrival in Ethiopia. Carry the fee in cash, a return or onward ticket and proof of accommodation.

Can I apply for a Ethiopia eVisa online?

81 passports are eligible for an eVisa or electronic travel authorisation for Ethiopia. Apply only through the official government portal and allow time for processing before you fly.

Do African passport holders need a visa for Ethiopia?

Of 53 passports from Africa, 47 can enter Ethiopia visa-free or with a visa on arrival. The region table on this page breaks this down by category.

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About this data

Entry categories come from our passport-by-destination matrix, last updated 2026-01-09. Visa policies change, and special rules can apply to diplomatic passports, residents of third countries or travellers arriving by land. Always confirm with the destination's official immigration website or your airline before you travel.

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