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Spain to Ethiopia visa requirements

Q: How much does the Ethiopian tourist eVisa cost?

The official government fee is USD 62 for a 30-day single-entry tourist eVisa, or USD 152 for a 90-day single-entry visa, paid by international card on the official portal.

Q: How long does the eVisa take to process?

Most applications are approved within about 3 business days, though it is wise to apply at least 2-4 weeks before departure to allow for any delays.

Q: Can I get a visa on arrival in Ethiopia instead?

Yes, a visa on arrival is issued at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, but obtaining the eVisa in advance is strongly recommended to avoid queues and any risk of being refused boarding.

Q: Does ETIAS or the Schengen 90/180 rule apply to Ethiopia?

No. Ethiopia is in East Africa and is not part of the Schengen area, so neither ETIAS nor the Schengen short-stay rule applies.

Q: How long must my passport be valid?

Your Spanish passport must be valid for at least 6 months from your intended date of entry into Ethiopia, with at least one blank page.

Spanish ordinary passport holders need a visa for Ethiopia. The easiest and recommended route is the Ethiopian eVisa, applied online before travel at the official portal evisa.gov.et. A 30-day single-entry tourist eVisa costs USD 62 (government fee) and is normally approved within about 3 business days. Ethiopia is in East Africa and is not part of the Schengen area, so the 90/180 Schengen short-stay rule and ETIAS do not apply. Spanish citizens do require a visa, but Ethiopia offers a fully electronic eVisa that all nationalities can apply for online before departure through the official government portal (evisa.gov.et). The standard tourist product is a single-entry visa valid for a 30-day stay; a 90-day single-entry option is also offered. The official government fee is USD 62 for the 30-day visa (USD 152 for 90 days), payable by international credit/debit card; approval typically takes around 3 business days. A visa on arrival is also issued at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, but the eVisa obtained in advance is strongly recommended to avoid airport queues and the risk of refused boarding. Passports must be valid at least 6 months from the date of entry. Travelers should use only the official evisa.gov.et site, as numerous look-alike third-party sites charge inflated service fees.

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

eVisa (electronic visa) — single entry tourist

Maximum stay

Up to 30 days (90-day option also available)

per entry

Entries

Single entry

from issue date

Visa fee

USD 62 (30-day) / USD 152 (90-day), official government fee

consular fee only

Processing time

Approx. 3 business days

standard track

Validity

Valid for entry within the period stated on the visa (use within validity shown after approval)

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm passport validity

Check that your Spanish passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your planned date of entry into Ethiopia and has at least one blank page.

· 6 months validity· blank page

/02

Go to the official eVisa portal

Open the official Ethiopian government site at evisa.gov.et. Avoid third-party look-alike sites that add large service fees.

· 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 visa· 30-day single entry

/04

Upload documents

Upload a clear scan of your passport bio-data page and a recent passport-style photo or selfie meeting the stated specifications.

· passport scan· photo

/05

Pay the fee online

Pay the USD 62 government fee (USD 152 for 90 days) with an international credit or debit card. The fee is non-refundable.

· USD 62· card payment

/06

Receive eVisa and print it

Wait roughly 3 business days for approval by email, then print the approved eVisa to present on arrival at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport.

· ~3 business days· print copy

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

12 items

Personalized checklist

Spain -> Ethiopia · eVisa (electronic visa) — single entry tourist

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredSpanish passport valid 6+ months beyond 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 Ethiopian eVisa (printed copy)

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

required

RequiredDigital passport bio-page scan for upload

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

required

RequiredRecent passport-style photo or selfie

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

required

RequiredInternational credit/debit card for the USD fee

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

required

RecommendedConfirmed return or onward flight ticket

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

recommended

RecommendedProof of accommodation / hotel booking

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

recommended

ConditionalYellow fever vaccination certificate (if arriving from an endemic area)

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 eVisa Official Portal (evisa.gov.et) — Tourist Visa Ethiopian eVisa Official Portal — Visa on Arrival information Sherpa — Ethiopia visa requirements for Spanish citizens

Application link included: Ethiopian eVisa Official Portal (evisa.gov.et) — Tourist Visa

Open link

/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Tourist eVisa — 30 days, single entryUSD 62Official government fee on evisa.gov.et

Tourist eVisa — 90 days, single entryUSD 152Official government fee for longer stays

Third-party service fee (optional)USD 40-60Charged by agency sites; avoidable by using the official portal

Total estimateUSD 62 — USD 152incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

eVisa (online, before travel)

Approx. 3 business days

Apply at evisa.gov.et; print approval to show on arrival. Recommended to avoid airport queues and boarding refusal.

Visa on arrival

At the airport on arrival

Available at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, but subject to queues; advance eVisa is safer.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

No visa-waiver agreement

Spain and Ethiopia have no mutual visa-free arrangement, so a visa is required for all Spanish ordinary passport holders.

High

/02

Ethiopia is not in Schengen

Ethiopia is an East African country; the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply to entry into Ethiopia.

High

/03

eVisa is the standard channel

Ethiopia runs a centralized electronic visa system open to all nationalities, making the eVisa the primary tourist route.

High

/04

Look-alike sites overcharge

Many third-party websites mimic the official portal and add inflated service fees, a frequent source of confusion.

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

2026-05-30

Spain to Ethiopia route verified

Confirmed via the official Ethiopian eVisa portal and Sherpa that Spanish ordinary passport holders require an eVisa (USD 62 for 30-day single entry); Ethiopia is outside Schengen so ETIAS does not apply.

/09 — The questions