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Argentina to Ethiopia visa requirements

Argentine ordinary passport holders need a visa for Ethiopia, obtainable online as an eVisa before travel. The standard tourist eVisa is single-entry, valid for a 30-day stay, costs about USD 62, and is processed in roughly 3 business days. A visa on arrival also exists at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, but the eVisa is the recommended, government-preferred channel. Argentina is not on any visa-exempt list for Ethiopia. Argentine citizens holding an ordinary passport must obtain a visa, and the most reliable and recommended route is the Ethiopian eVisa applied for online at the official portal (evisa.gov.et) before departure. The tourist eVisa is electronic, single-entry, and currently issued for a 30-day stay; the official fee was reduced in 2024 to USD 62 for the 30-day category. Some sources still reference a 90-day tourist eVisa (around USD 152), but Ethiopia indicated it stopped issuing the 90-day tourist eVisa in late 2024, so travelers should plan around the 30-day single-entry product and verify on the official portal at the time of application. Visa on arrival remains available exclusively at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, but it is not guaranteed and is not the recommended path; eVisa holders must also enter through Bole International Airport. Passports should be valid at least 6 months from entry and have at least two blank pages. Ethiopia is in East Africa and is not a Schengen state, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMSINGLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30
For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30
Visa type
Tourist eVisa (electronic visa), applied online before travel; visa on arrival also available at Addis Ababa Bole Intl Airport
Maximum stay
Up to 30 days (single entry)
per entry
Entries
Single entry
from issue date
Visa fee
USD 62 (30-day single-entry tourist eVisa; official government fee)
consular fee only
Processing time
About 3 business days under normal circumstances
standard track
Validity
eVisa is for the approved stay period; passport must be valid at least 6 months from date of entry
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm passport and eligibility
Ensure your Argentine ordinary passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your entry date and has at least two blank visa pages. Argentina is eligible for the Ethiopian eVisa.
· 6-month validity· 2 blank pages
/02
Go to the official portal
Open the Ethiopian government eVisa site at evisa.gov.et. Avoid third-party agents that charge inflated fees.
· evisa.gov.et· Official site only
/03
Complete the online application
Select Tourist visa, choose the 30-day single-entry option, and fill in personal, passport, and travel details.
· Tourist category· 30-day single entry
/04
Upload documents
Upload a recent passport-size photo and the biographical page of your passport.
· Passport photo· Passport bio page
/05
Pay the visa fee
Pay the USD 62 fee online with an international credit or debit card. The fee is non-refundable.
· USD 62· Card payment
/06
Receive eVisa and travel via Bole
Wait about 3 business days, download and print the approved eVisa, and enter Ethiopia through Addis Ababa Bole International Airport.
· ~3 business days· Enter via Bole Airport
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items
Personalized checklist
Argentina -> Ethiopia · Tourist eVisa (electronic visa), applied online before travel; visa on arrival also available at Addis Ababa Bole Intl Airport
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RequiredArgentine ordinary passport valid 6+ months from entry
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredAt least two blank visa pages in passport
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredRecent digital passport-size photo
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
required
RequiredScan of passport biographical page
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredApproved and printed eVisa confirmation
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredInternational credit/debit card for the USD 62 fee
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredConfirmed arrival at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedProof of accommodation / hotel booking
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
recommended
RecommendedReturn or onward flight ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
recommended
RecommendedYellow fever vaccination certificate (if arriving from an endemic country)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
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.
Application link included: Ethiopian eVisa Official Portal - Tourist Visa Requirements
Open link
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Tourist eVisa - 30 days single entryUSD 62Official government fee, reduced from USD 82 in 2024; non-refundable
Tourist eVisa - 90 days single entryUSD 152Listed by some sources but reportedly discontinued in late 2024; verify on official portal
Visa on arrival - 30 daysUSD 62Available only at Addis Ababa Bole Intl Airport; not guaranteed, eVisa recommended instead
Total estimateUSD 62USD 62incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa on arrival
At airport on arrival
Issued at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport only; not guaranteed, expect queues
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Argentina is not visa-exempt for Ethiopia
No bilateral visa-waiver or unilateral visa-free entry applies to Argentine ordinary passport holders, so a visa is mandatory.
High
/02
eVisa is the standard, recommended channel
Ethiopia actively promotes online eVisa over visa on arrival; it is faster, predictable, and avoids airport uncertainty.
High
/03
Entry restricted to Bole International Airport
Both eVisa and visa-on-arrival travelers must enter through Addis Ababa Bole International Airport.
Medium
/04
Stay limited to 30 days single entry
The current tourist eVisa product is single entry for up to 30 days, suiting short tourist visits.
Medium
/05
Passport validity and blank pages
Insufficient passport validity or no blank pages is a common cause of denied boarding or entry.
Low
/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
2026-05-30 · major
Argentina to Ethiopia route verified
Verified against the official Ethiopian eVisa portal and Wikipedia visa-requirements data: Argentine ordinary passport holders require an eVisa (single-entry, 30-day, USD 62), with visa on arrival available at Bole Airport. Confirmed 2024 fee reduction and 90-day product uncertainty.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Argentine citizens need a visa to visit Ethiopia?
Yes. Argentine ordinary passport holders must obtain a visa. The recommended route is the Ethiopian eVisa applied for online before travel; visa on arrival is also available at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport.
How much does the Ethiopia tourist eVisa cost?+
How long can I stay in Ethiopia on a tourist eVisa?+
How long does the eVisa take to process?+
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/11 — Passport tools

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