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Ethiopian Tourist eVisa

The online electronic visa for foreign nationals visiting Ethiopia for tourism, sightseeing or visiting family, applied for and issued before you travel.

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Tourist eVisa fee amounts are not stated here because third-party sources disagree (e.g. reports of USD 62/152, 82/202 and 50/70); confirm the current fee for 30-day and 90-day single entry directly on evisa.gov.et before publishing.

Important information

Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Ethiopia government website before you apply.
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Official name
Ethiopia Tourist eVisa
Route type
Visitor / tourist visa (electronic)
Entries
Single entry
Validity / stay
Up to 30 days or up to 90 days
Two duration options offered on the official portal
Port of entry
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
Cost
Set on the official e-Visa portal
Fee figures vary between sources — confirm the current fee at evisa.gov.et

Who it is for

  • Foreign nationals travelling to Ethiopia for tourism, sightseeing or visiting family and friends
  • Visitors who will arrive by air at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
  • Those not undertaking paid work or long-term study in Ethiopia

Requirements

  • A passport valid for at least six months from the date of entry
  • A recent passport-style photograph
  • A scanned copy of the passport bio-data page
  • Payment of the visa fee online by card
  • Details of your travel and accommodation in Ethiopia

What you can do

  • Enter Ethiopia once for tourism or a family/social visit
  • Stay for the validity granted (up to 30 or up to 90 days)

How to apply

Apply online at the official portal evisa.gov.et: choose the tourist visa and duration, complete the application form, upload your passport page and photo, pay the fee, and wait for the approved visa to be issued by email.

Official sources

For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.

Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.

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