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Austria to Ethiopia visa requirements

Q: Where do I apply for the Ethiopia tourist eVisa?

Apply only on the official government portal, evisa.gov.et, run by the Ethiopian Immigration and Citizenship Service. Avoid third-party sites that add markups.

Q: How much does the Ethiopia tourist eVisa cost?

The 30-day single-entry tourist eVisa is about USD 62 (reduced from USD 82). A 90-day option around USD 152 has been offered intermittently.

Q: How long does processing take?

Typically about 3 business days, but apply 5-7 days before travel to allow a safety margin.

Q: How long must my passport be valid?

Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from your intended date of entry into Ethiopia.

Austrian passport holders need a visa for Ethiopia. Apply online for the Ethiopia tourist eVisa before travel via the official portal evisa.gov.et; visa-on-arrival is suspended. A Austrian (AT) ordinary passport holder traveling to Ethiopia for tourism is not visa-exempt and must obtain a visa in advance. The recommended and standard route is the Ethiopia electronic visa (eVisa), open to all nationalities, applied for online at the official Ethiopian Immigration and Citizenship Service portal (evisa.gov.et). Visa-on-arrival for non-resident foreign nationals has been suspended since 2022 and remains unavailable, so travelers should not rely on obtaining a visa at the airport. The standard tourist eVisa grants a 30-day single-entry stay (fee approximately USD 62, reduced from USD 82); a 90-day single-entry option (approximately USD 152) has been offered intermittently. Critically, eVisa holders must enter Ethiopia through Addis Ababa Bole International Airport only; entry at other ports is not permitted on an eVisa. Passports must be valid at least 6 months from the date of entry. Processing is typically around 3 business days, but applying 5-7 days ahead is advised. Ethiopia is not in the Schengen area, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply to this route.

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)

Maximum stay

Up to 30 days (single entry); 90-day option offered intermittently

per entry

Entries

Single entry

from issue date

Visa fee

USD 62 (30-day); approx. USD 152 (90-day when available)

consular fee only

Processing time

Approx. 3 business days; apply 5-7 days before travel

standard track

Validity

Enter within validity window shown on eVisa; passport valid 6+ months from entry

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm passport validity

Ensure your Austrian passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended date of entry into Ethiopia and has a blank page.

· 6-month validity

/02

Go to the official eVisa portal

Open the Ethiopian Immigration and Citizenship Service portal at evisa.gov.et. Avoid third-party agent sites that charge markups.

· evisa.gov.et· official only

/03

Complete the online application

Select Tourist eVisa, choose the 30-day single-entry option, and fill in your personal, passport, and travel details.

· Tourist· 30-day single entry

/04

Upload documents

Upload a clear scan of your passport bio-data page and a recent passport-style photograph.

· passport scan· photo

/05

Pay the visa fee

Pay online with an international credit or debit card (approx. USD 62 for the 30-day visa).

· card payment· USD 62

/06

Receive eVisa and enter via Addis Ababa

Receive the approved eVisa by email (usually within 3 business days), print it, and enter Ethiopia through Addis Ababa Bole International Airport only.

· print eVisa· Bole Airport only

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items

Personalized checklist

Austria -> Ethiopia · Tourist eVisa (electronic visa)

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredAustrian passport valid 6+ months from entry date

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredAt least one blank passport page

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredApproved Ethiopia tourist eVisa (printed copy)

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RequiredRecent passport-style photograph (digital upload)

Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route

required

RequiredScan of passport bio-data page

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredInternational credit/debit card for the visa fee

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RequiredArrival routed through Addis Ababa Bole International Airport

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RecommendedReturn or onward ticket (advisable, not always requested)

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

recommended

RecommendedProof of accommodation (advisable, not always requested)

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

recommended

RecommendedYellow fever vaccination certificate if arriving from an endemic area

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.

Official sourcesEthiopian eVisa - Official Tourist Visa Information (evisa.gov.et)Fragomen - Ethiopia: Visas-on-Arrival Suspended Until Further Notice Visa policy of Ethiopia - Wikipedia

Application link included: Ethiopian eVisa - Official Tourist Visa Information (evisa.gov.et)

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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Tourist eVisa - 30 days (single entry)USD 62Standard option; reduced from USD 82

Tourist eVisa - 90 days (single entry)USD 152Longer-stay option, offered intermittently

Card/payment processing surchargeVariesBank/card foreign-transaction fees may apply

Total estimateUSD 62 — USD 152incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard eVisa processing

Approx. 3 business days

Apply online at evisa.gov.et at least 5-7 days before departure to allow buffer.

Consular visa (Ethiopian embassy/consulate)

Varies (typically 5-10 business days)

Alternative route via an Ethiopian diplomatic mission; useful if entering by a non-Bole port.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

No visa-waiver agreement

Austria is not on Ethiopia's visa-exempt list, so an ordinary passport holder must obtain a visa for any tourist visit.

High

/02

Visa-on-arrival suspended

Ethiopia suspended visa-on-arrival for non-resident foreign nationals in 2022; travelers must secure an eVisa or consular visa beforehand.

High

/03

eVisa entry port restriction

eVisa holders may enter only via Addis Ababa Bole International Airport; arriving at another port without a consular visa can mean denied entry.

Medium

/04

Passport validity shortfall

Passports must be valid at least 6 months from entry; insufficient validity leads to refusal.

Medium

/05

Using unofficial application sites

Third-party sites charge inflated fees and can cause errors; the official portal is evisa.gov.et.

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

Austria to Ethiopia route verified

Verified against the official Ethiopia eVisa portal and Fragomen advisory: Austrian ordinary passport holders require an eVisa (30-day single entry, approx. USD 62); visa-on-arrival remains suspended and eVisa entry is limited to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport.

/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can Austrian citizens get a visa on arrival in Ethiopia?—

No. Ethiopia suspended visa-on-arrival for non-resident foreign nationals in 2022. Austrian travelers must obtain an eVisa online (or a consular visa) before departure.

Where do I apply for the Ethiopia tourist eVisa?+

How much does the Ethiopia tourist eVisa cost?+

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/11 — Passport tools