APPLY FOR EVISA TO ETHIOPIA
Ethiopia eVisa Application
Ethiopia eVisa Basic Information
Ethiopia e-Visa is an e-Visa launched in 2017 to accelerate the visa application process and allow eligible nations to enter Ethiopia for sightseeing purposes.
Ethiopian e-visas are valid for 30 or 90 days and applicants can choose between these two types. The validity duration begins on the date of entry into Ethiopia. This means that depending on the type you choose, the maximum length of stay is 1-3 months.
Travelers looking for an Ethiopian eVisa need to use their desktop device to perform a fast and intuitive online application process. You just need to fill the application form with some personal and travel details, pay the fees for evisa, and have your evisa in the approved form at your email address,
The average time for Ethiopian evisa to get approved is 3 days (business days).
The fee of the visa depends upon the type you selected. All the eligible travelers will shoe their passport and evisa in printed form to customs officers after arrival at the Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
There are two different types of Ethiopian e-visas available to all travelers.
- 30-day single entry permit (103 USD )
- 90-day single entry permit (135 USD )
Ethiopian visa:
- Single-entry (you can only enter Ethiopia one time during the validity period)
- For sightseeing purposes only (on vacation, country tour, family and friend visits, etc.)
Ethiopia e-Visa is available to nationals of any country in the world. Make sure your passport will not expire for at least 6 months from the date of entry
Get valid travel documents and apply online in minutes from any work device connected to the internet. You can submit the form anytime, anywhere!
Use the application form to apply for an Ethiopian e-visa quickly and safely.
Caution! Online visa applications must be submitted at least 3 days in advance from departure to Ethiopia.
Begin the application process, go to the left panel and select your eVisa type. Then click Apply Online and follow these steps:
- Fill in the application form. You have to enter the some information such as passport details, planned stay date and email address. Make sure the details are correct to avoid delays in approval.
- Upload supporting Documents: Use your mobile phone to take a picture of your valid passport profile page and use your PC or mobile phone camera to take a picture of your applicant. Attach these two files and proceed to the final step.
- Pay the fee and get the confirmation number : Pay the fee for Ethopian evisa and get a confirmation Number . Once application is approved , you will get your visa in PDF form.
The processing time and approval both depends upon the Ethopian Government.
Ethiopia’s eVisa is valid for 30 or 90 days from the date you enter in your application. It depends on the electronic visa you choose.
Whichever type you choose, you will only be able to enter Ethiopia once and travel for sightseeing purposes only.
Note: Your e-visa will be linked to passport digitally
This means that your Ethiopian online visa will be invalidated if your travel documents are lost or changed for any other reason.
If you plan to transit via Ethiopia, you do not need an eVisa if:
- You do not leave the transit area of the airport
- Connecting flights are within 24 hours
If you depart the transit area or connecting flight is not within 24 hours, you will need to apply for a transit visa at the airport. It is not available online.
Upon arrival in Ethiopia, you will need to present the following documents to customs officers:
- Valid passport (expiration date cannot exceed 6 months from the scheduled entry date).
- A printed version of an Ethiopian electronic visa.. Please print out the PDF file and bring it with you.
An example of an electronic visa in Ethiopia is below
Bring your passport and complete the application process in minutes. After submitting the form, please see the sample Ethiopian e-visa below:
Required documents for e-visa to Ethiopia
Before proceeding with your online application for an Ethiopian visa, be sure to have the following documents ready:
- Applicant’s photo (can be taken with a mobile phone or PC camera)
- Digital photo of passport bio data page
Important: Your passport must not expire for at least 6 months from the date of arrival. Otherwise, the request will not be accepted.
Important Information
- The Ethiopian e-Visa application must be submitted at least 3 business days prior to the scheduled trip.
- Every traveler is required to apply for a separate online visa application.
- Ethiopian e-visas must be printed and shown to customs on arrival.
- Ethiopian e-visas are for tourism purposes only and commercial activities are prohibited.
- The validity period does not start from the actual issue date or arrival date, but from the expected date of entry to Ethiopia indicated by each applicant in the application form.
- You can apply for an extension by going to the headquarters before your Ethiopian tourist e-visa expires.
- Don’t prolong your stay.
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Ethiopia eVisa FAQs
To apply for an Ethiopian e-visa, use a working device connected to the internet. It will be completed in a few minutes. Fill out the application form, pay the fee, and wait for the approved PDF online visa to be sent to your email. The application will be approved in 72 hours.
Residents around the world can apply for an Ethiopian tourist visa with a valid passport and recent photos. These are the only requirements that must be met before applying online
Yes, US citizens need an electronic visa to visit Ethiopia. All non-Ethiopian nationals need a visa to enter the country.US residents can apply for evisa with a device having internet connection.
If you are not an Ethiopian resident, you need an electronic visa to visit Ethiopia. When you apply online using Evisa Master, your approved eVisa will be sent directly to your email in PDF format. Make sure your passport does not expire for at least 6 months from the date of arrival.
Please submit an online visa extension application the Main Department for Immigration and Nationality Affairs before your Ethiopian e-visa expires. Please be careful not to stay long without a proper entry permit.
Yes, citizen of the Central African Republic with a valid passport and a recent photograph can have an evisa for sightseeing .CAR nationals can also apply with the same process. If you need any help please contact to our support team.
Travelers who submit an electronic visa form Evisa Masters can complete the application in minutes. Processing time can take up to 3 business days. many applicants received an approved Ethiopian tourist e-visa within 24 hours.
The price of eVisa in Ethiopia depends on the type of entry visa you select. A 30-day visa costs 103 USD and a 90-day online visa costs USD 135. All applicants can choose from several safe online payment methods to pay their fees.
The validity period of an Ethiopian e-visa depends on the type of entry visa you have selected: 30 or 90 days. The validity period is according to the entry date you entered in the application form. Please ensure the date is correct to avoid any issues upon arrival.
Residents of some countries can obtain an Ethiopian e-visa upon arrival. However, both the Ethiopian government and Evisa Master endorse that you obtain the required entry permit at least 3 days before your trip. It’s safer to apply online even if you don’t have a long line at the airport!
If your Ethiopian e-Visa application has not been approved, please first check your eligibility and make sure your online visa application is correct. If everything is correct, please contact the support team by email or phone. Click the Contact Us button at the top of the page for more information.
If you are planning to travel with your children for tourism you must have an evisa for your children as well. Application can be submitted by their parents on their behalf.
Three easy steps to get your e-Visa
Apply online
Enter basic information about your citizenship and purpose of travel.
Enter the required data and make the payment online
We accept credit cards, debit cards and other convenient payment methods.
Please check your email
Once payment is confirmed, an e-visa will be sent to the email address you provided on the application form.
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Three easy steps to get your e-Visa
Apply online
Enter basic information about your citizenship and purpose of travel.
Enter the required data and make the payment online
We accept credit cards, debit cards and other convenient payment methods.
Please check your email
Once payment is confirmed, an e-visa will be sent to the email address you provided on the application form.