Ethiopian visa resources
Documents you need for an Ethiopian visa
The core documents required for Ethiopian visa and permit applications, plus the extra evidence needed for work, study and family routes.
Important
For most Ethiopian visas you need a passport valid for at least six months, a recent passport-style photograph and, for online applications, a scanned copy of your passport bio-data page. Fees are paid online by card for the eVisa.
Work, study, family and residence routes require additional supporting evidence: an employment contract or acceptance letter, proof of the sponsor's registration or trade certificate, financial documentation, and — for some routes — a police clearance certificate or authenticated civil documents such as a marriage certificate.
Commonly required
Next steps
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.