Discover Regions
Regional blocks are agreements between multiple countries that allow for easier travel within the member states.
Smart summary
Ethiopia Visa Policy Snapshot
Ethiopia entry rules at a glance. Open access options cover 192+ passport groups. Visa-free examples include Djibouti, Kenya. Visa on arrival examples include Algeria, Angola, Argentina, Australia, Austria. Popular e-Visa passports include Afghanistan, Albania, Andorra, Antigua And Barbuda, Armenia.
Visa-free entry
No visa needed
Travel to Ethiopia without a visa for short visits. See supported passports.
+2 countries
Visa on arrival
Pay at the border
Obtain your visa on arrival in Ethiopia. Check eligible passports and notes.
+110 countries
Short-stay entry
Entry for brief visits
Ethiopia permits short-stay access for select passports. Duration varies by country.
+2 countries
e-Visa
Apply online
Apply digitally for Ethiopia before you travel. Review eligible passports.
+78 countries
Restricted entry
Extra checks
Ethiopia applies restrictions to some passports. Check requirements and exceptions.