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United Arab Emirates to Ethiopia visa requirements

UAE ordinary passport holders need a visa for Ethiopia. The official tourist eVisa is the recommended route: single entry, 30 days, USD 62; apply at least 3 days before travel. Ethiopia is not visa-free for UAE ordinary passport holders. The official Ethiopian eVisa system is the recommended route for tourism because it provides approval before departure. Current official eVisa data for UAE travelers shows the Tourist Visa as single entry for 30 days with a total fee of USD 62. Applicants should apply at least three days before travel; official guidance states processing may take up to three days under normal circumstances. Visa on arrival is also described for eligible travelers at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, but the eVisa is more predictable and avoids arrival queues. Travelers should carry a passport valid at least six months, the approved eVisa printout if using the online route, onward or return travel, accommodation details and funds evidence if requested. Transit passengers do not need an eVisa when they remain in the permitted airport transit area; travelers who leave the airport need the appropriate transit or entry visa arranged at the airport.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMSINGLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-06-18
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-06-18
Visa type
Tourist eVisa; visa on arrival also available at Addis Ababa for eligible travelers
Maximum stay
30 days
per entry
Entries
Single entry
from issue date
Visa fee
USD 62
consular fee only
Processing time
Apply at least 3 days before travel; processing may take up to 3 days under normal circumstances
standard track
Validity
Use the visa within its stated validity; stay is counted from entry
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm passport validity and documents
Ensure your UAE passport is valid for at least six months from arrival. Prepare a clear passport bio-page scan and a recent passport-style photo for the eVisa route.
· 6 months validity· Passport scan
/02
Use the official eVisa portal
Apply through evisa.gov.et and avoid third-party sites. Choose the Tourist Visa route for a short tourism visit.
· Official portal· Tourist visa
/03
Apply at least 3 days before travel
Official guidance says applications should be submitted at least three days before the trip and processing may take up to three days under normal circumstances.
· 3 days before· Official timing
/04
Pay the official fee
For the current UAE tourist route, the official system shows a single-entry 30-day tourist visa with a USD 62 total fee.
· USD 62· 30 days
/05
Print and carry the approval
Download or print the approved eVisa and carry it with your passport, onward/return travel and accommodation details.
· Print eVisa· Supporting docs
/06
Use transit rules carefully
If only transiting and staying in the airport transit area, an eVisa is not required. Leaving the airport requires the relevant transit or entry visa at the airport.
· Transit area· Leaving airport
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items
Personalized checklist
United Arab Emirates -> Ethiopia · Tourist eVisa; visa on arrival also available at Addis Ababa for eligible travelers
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Deadline reminderAdd a date before export
RequiredUAE passport valid 6+ months
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
ConditionalApproved Ethiopian eVisa printout if using the eVisa route
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredRecent passport-style photograph for eVisa
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
conditional
RequiredClear scan of passport bio-data page for eVisa
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
conditional
RecommendedReturn or onward flight ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
recommended
RecommendedProof of accommodation or host details
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RequiredPayment card for the online fee
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
conditional
RecommendedSufficient funds for the stay
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
recommended
ConditionalYellow fever vaccination certificate if arriving from or transiting a risk country
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
conditional
ConditionalTransit visa if leaving the airport during transit
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
conditional
RequiredOfficial application form or online application
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
Use the current form from the official or designated application channel.
RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary
Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it
Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.
RecommendedTravel medical insurance
Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates
Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.
Official sourcesEthiopian e-Visa official portal - tourist visaEthiopian e-Visa official portal - tourist visa on arrivalEthiopian e-Visa official portal - FAQ
Application link included: Ethiopian e-Visa official portal - tourist visa
Open link
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Tourist eVisa - 30-day single entryUSD 62Current official total fee for the UAE tourist eVisa route
Visa on arrival at Addis AbabaConfirm at arrivalAvailable for eligible travelers at Addis Ababa Bole; eVisa is recommended for pre-travel confirmation
Third-party agency service feeAvoidableUse the official eVisa portal to avoid extra commercial service charges
Total estimateUSD 62 — USD 62incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Tourist eVisa
Apply at least 3 days before travel
Official guidance says processing may take up to three days under normal circumstances.
Visa on arrival at Addis Ababa Bole
At arrival
Alternative for eligible travelers, but it may involve queues and less pre-departure certainty.
Airport transit without leaving transit area
No eVisa
Transit passengers staying in the permitted transit area do not need an eVisa; leaving the airport requires the relevant transit or entry visa.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
No visa-free arrangement
UAE ordinary passport holders need a visa or entry authorization for Ethiopia.
High
/02
Official eVisa confirms approval before departure
The eVisa route provides written approval before flying and avoids relying solely on arrival processing.
High
/03
Current official application data supports one tourist band
The current official application data shows the UAE tourist route as a 30-day single-entry visa for USD 62, so older longer-stay fee assumptions should not be used.
Medium
/04
Transit rules depend on leaving the airport
No eVisa is needed if remaining in the permitted transit area, but leaving the airport requires visa handling.
Medium
/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01
Immigration
Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.
/02
Customs
Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.
/03
Connectivity
Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.
/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024
2026-06-19
Reviewed by Claude Code
Second-pass review: re-verified the evidence chain against official sources; key facts confirmed and checked-date refreshed.
2026-06-18 · major
Ethiopia eVisa fee and stay corrected
Replaced unofficial and stale longer-stay fee references with the current official 30-day USD 62 tourist eVisa route, and clarified transit handling.
2026-05-30
United Arab Emirates to Ethiopia route verified
Earlier version correctly treated Ethiopia as visa-required with eVisa/VOA options but included stale longer-stay and third-party fee details.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can UAE citizens enter Ethiopia without a visa?—
No. UAE ordinary passport holders need a visa. The recommended route is the official Ethiopian tourist eVisa.
How much does the Ethiopian tourist eVisa cost?+
How long does the eVisa take to process?+
How long can I stay in Ethiopia on the tourist eVisa?+
Do I need a visa if I am only transiting through Addis Ababa?+
Is the eVisa or visa on arrival better?+
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