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India to Ethiopia visa requirements

Indian passport holders need a visa for Ethiopia. The easiest route is the official online tourist eVisa at evisa.gov.et, approved in a few days; visa-on-arrival at Addis Ababa airport is also available but the eVisa is recommended to avoid airport queues. A holder of an ordinary Indian passport requires a visa to enter Ethiopia for tourism. India is eligible for Ethiopia's online tourist eVisa, which the Ethiopian government recommends as the primary entry channel. Applications are made entirely online at the official portal evisa.gov.et: you upload a passport bio page and a photo, pay by international card, and typically receive an approval letter in about 3 to 7 days. The tourist eVisa is single entry and comes in two options, a 30-day stay or a 90-day stay, valid from your intended arrival date. India is also on Ethiopia's visa-on-arrival list at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, but eVisa and visa-on-arrival are only valid for air arrivals at Addis Ababa; travelers entering by land border must obtain a physical visa in advance from an Ethiopian embassy or consulate. Passports must be valid for at least six months with two blank pages. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required if arriving from or transiting a yellow-fever-risk country and is strongly advised for all travelers. Because a visa is mandatory and the eVisa is the recommended, fastest channel, the verdict is eVisa.
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 (single entry); visa-on-arrival also available at Addis Ababa airport
Maximum stay
Up to 30 or 90 days depending on option chosen
per entry
Entries
Single entry
from issue date
Visa fee
USD 52 (30 days) / USD 72 (90 days), plus card/service fees
consular fee only
Processing time
About 3 to 7 calendar days
standard track
Validity
Valid from intended arrival date; enter within the stated window
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm eligibility and documents
Check that your ordinary Indian passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond arrival and has at least two blank pages. Decide between the 30-day and 90-day single-entry tourist eVisa.
· Passport 6+ months· 2 blank pages
/02
Apply on the official portal
Go to the official Ethiopian eVisa site evisa.gov.et and start a tourist eVisa application. Avoid third-party agents to skip extra service fees.
· evisa.gov.et· Apply online
/03
Upload documents and details
Provide passport bio-page scan, a recent passport-style photo, travel dates, and accommodation/contact details in Ethiopia.
· Passport scan· Photo
/04
Pay the visa fee
Pay online with an international credit or debit card. The fee is non-refundable whether or not the visa is approved.
· Card payment· Non-refundable
/05
Receive approval and print
Wait about 3 to 7 days for the eVisa approval letter by email, then print a copy to carry with you.
· 3-7 days· Print copy
/06
Arrive at Addis Ababa Bole Airport
Present the printed eVisa, passport, and yellow fever certificate (if applicable) at immigration. eVisa is valid only for air arrival at Addis Ababa.
· Air arrival only· Carry certificate
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items
Personalized checklist
India -> Ethiopia · Tourist eVisa (single entry); visa-on-arrival also available at Addis Ababa airport
0 / 13 complete
Deadline reminderAdd a date before export
RequiredIndian passport valid 6+ months beyond arrival date
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredAt least two blank passport pages
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredRecent passport-style digital photo
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
required
RequiredClear scan of passport bio page
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RecommendedConfirmed onward/return flight details
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RecommendedAccommodation booking or host address in Ethiopia
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RequiredInternational credit/debit card for payment
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
ConditionalYellow fever vaccination certificate (if from/transiting risk country)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredPrinted copy of approved eVisa
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedProof of sufficient funds for the stay
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
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 Portal - Tourist VisaEthiopian eVisa Official Portal - Visa on ArrivalVisa policy of Ethiopia - Wikipedia
Application link included: Ethiopian eVisa Official Portal - Tourist Visa
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Tourist eVisa - 30 days (single entry)USD 52Official portal price for 30-day stay
Tourist eVisa - 90 days (single entry)USD 72Official portal price for 90-day stay
Visa on arrival - up to 3 monthsFrom USD 50Available to Indians at Addis Ababa airport; eVisa preferred
Card/service processing surchargeApprox. USD 2-5Added at checkout depending on payment method
Total estimateUSD 52 — USD 77incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Official online eVisa
About 3 to 7 days
Apply at evisa.gov.et; recommended channel, lowest cost, no airport queue.
Visa on arrival (Addis Ababa)
Same day at airport
Available to Indian citizens at Bole International Airport but can involve long queues.
Embassy physical visa
Several working days
Needed for land-border entry; apply at an Ethiopian embassy or consulate.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
No visa-waiver agreement
Ethiopia does not offer visa-free entry to Indian ordinary passport holders, so a visa is mandatory.
High
/02
Missing yellow fever certificate
Travelers arriving from or transiting yellow-fever-risk countries can be denied entry without proof of vaccination.
Medium
/03
Insufficient passport validity or blank pages
Passports with under 6 months validity or no blank pages are refused at the application or border.
Medium
/04
Using eVisa/VOA for a land border
eVisa and visa-on-arrival are valid only for air arrival at Addis Ababa; land entries require a pre-arranged physical visa.
Low
/05
Incomplete or low-quality uploads
Blurry passport scans or non-compliant photos cause eVisa rejections or delays.
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
India to Ethiopia route verified
Confirmed via the official Ethiopian eVisa portal and visa policy sources that Indian ordinary passport holders need a visa, are eligible for the recommended online tourist eVisa (30-day USD 52 / 90-day USD 72, single entry), and may also use visa-on-arrival at Addis Ababa airport.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Indian citizens need a visa for Ethiopia?—
Yes. All Indian ordinary passport holders need a visa. The easiest option is the online tourist eVisa, with visa-on-arrival also available at Addis Ababa airport.
How much does the Ethiopia tourist eVisa cost for Indians?+
How long does the eVisa take to process?+
Can I get a visa on arrival in Ethiopia?+
Do I need a yellow fever vaccination?+
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