Can I extend my Ethiopia visa?

Yes, but it's complicated. Go to the Immigration Office in Addis Ababa with passport, photos, and $30. Takes 2-3 days. Much easier to get the right visa length initially.

What if my e-Visa application is rejected?

Try visa on arrival at Addis Ababa airport or apply at an Ethiopian embassy. Common rejection reasons are blurry photos or incomplete forms.

Do I need yellow fever vaccination?

Required if traveling from countries with yellow fever risk. This includes most African countries, parts of South America, and some Asian countries. Check CDC guidelines for your specific route.

Can I get a multiple-entry visa?

Multiple-entry visas exist but are mainly for business travelers. Tourist visas are typically single-entry. If you need multiple entries, explain your purpose when applying.

How to Get an Ethiopia Visa

Most travelers need a visa for Ethiopia, which you can get online (e-Visa) for $52, on arrival at Addis Ababa airport for $52, or through an embassy. The e-Visa is fastest and takes 3 business days.

Check if you need a visa. Citizens of Kenya and Djibouti get 30-day visa-free entry. Everyone else needs a visa. Check the current list on Ethiopia's immigration website since rules change.
Choose your visa type. Tourist visa (30 days) costs $52. Business visa (30 days) costs $70. Transit visa (3 days) costs $30. Most people want the 30-day tourist visa.
Apply for e-Visa online (recommended). Go to www.evisa.gov.et. Upload passport photo, passport scan, and fill out the form. Pay $52 with credit card. Takes 3 business days. Print the approval letter.
Alternative: Get visa on arrival. Only available at Addis Ababa Bole Airport. Bring $52 cash (USD), passport photos, and completed form. Can take 30-60 minutes in line. Risky if flights are delayed.
Alternative: Apply at Ethiopian embassy. Takes 5-10 business days. Costs vary by country ($52-80). Need passport, photos, application form, and sometimes flight bookings. Good backup if e-Visa fails.
Prepare required documents. Passport valid 6+ months, return flight ticket, hotel reservation or invitation letter, yellow fever certificate (required from certain countries), and visa approval if using e-Visa.

Can I extend my Ethiopia visa?: Yes, but it's complicated. Go to the Immigration Office in Addis Ababa with passport, photos, and $30. Takes 2-3 days. Much easier to get the right visa length initially.
What if my e-Visa application is rejected?: Try visa on arrival at Addis Ababa airport or apply at an Ethiopian embassy. Common rejection reasons are blurry photos or incomplete forms.
Do I need yellow fever vaccination?: Required if traveling from countries with yellow fever risk. This includes most African countries, parts of South America, and some Asian countries. Check CDC guidelines for your specific route.
Can I get a multiple-entry visa?: Multiple-entry visas exist but are mainly for business travelers. Tourist visas are typically single-entry. If you need multiple entries, explain your purpose when applying.