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Ethiopia Visa Guide

Addis Ababa ยท ETB

Updated Mar 2026

Processing Time

Instant

Validity

30 days from date of entry

Fee

USD 52 (approx โ‚น4,200)

Overview

Indian citizens can apply for an e-visa online through the official government website. The e-visa is valid for 30 days from the date of entry and allows for a single entry. The e-visa is not extendable. Indians must have a confirmed return flight ticket and sufficient funds for the duration of their stay. The e-visa is not required for transit passengers.

Required Documents

  • 1Valid Indian passport (min 6 months validity, 2 blank pages)
  • 2Completed visa application form (from official website)
  • 3Recent passport photograph (exact size 35x45mm, white background)
  • 4Confirmed return flight tickets
  • 5Hotel booking confirmation
  • 6Bank statement last 3 months (min balance)
  • 7Employment proof / ITR / salary slips
  • 8Travel insurance
  • 9Yellow fever vaccination certificate (if traveling from or through yellow fever endemic areas)

Application Process

  1. 1

    Fill the online application form

    Visit the official e-visa website (https://www.evisa.gov.et/) and fill the online application form with required details. Make sure to upload a recent passport photograph and a scanned copy of the first page of the passport.

  2. 2

    Pay the visa fee

    Pay the visa fee online using a credit or debit card. The fee is non-refundable.

  3. 3

    Submit the application

    Submit the application form after filling all the required details and paying the visa fee.

  4. 4

    Receive the e-visa

    The e-visa will be sent to the applicant's email address within a few minutes of submitting the application. Print the e-visa and carry it along with the passport while traveling to Ethiopia.

Tips for Approval

  • โœ“Make sure to have a confirmed return flight ticket and sufficient funds for the duration of the stay.
  • โœ“The e-visa is not extendable, so make sure to plan the trip accordingly.
  • โœ“The e-visa is not required for transit passengers, so make sure to check the eligibility before applying.
  • โœ“The immigration officer may ask for additional documents, so make sure to carry all the required documents.

Common Rejection Reasons

  • โœ•Incomplete or incorrect application form
  • โœ•Insufficient funds or no confirmed return flight ticket
  • โœ•Invalid or expired passport

Official Government Website

https://www.evisa.gov.et/
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