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Mexico to Ethiopia visa requirements

Q: How much does the Ethiopia tourist eVisa cost for Mexicans?

The single-entry 30-day tourist eVisa costs USD 62, paid online by international credit or debit card. The price was reduced from USD 82 in late 2025.

Q: How long can I stay in Ethiopia on the tourist eVisa?

Up to 30 days per entry. The longer 90-day eVisa option has effectively been discontinued, so 30 days is the practical maximum.

Q: Can I get a visa on arrival at the airport instead?

Ethiopia historically offered visa-on-arrival at Bole airport for eligible nationals, but the government strongly recommends applying online in advance. The eVisa is the reliable route and avoids airport uncertainty.

Q: Does the eVisa work at land borders?

No. The eVisa is only valid for entry through Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. For land border crossings you must obtain a visa from an Ethiopian embassy or consulate beforehand.

Q: How long does eVisa processing take?

Approximately 3 business days under normal circumstances. Apply at least 1-2 weeks before departure to allow for any delays or document requests.

Yes, Mexican passport holders need a visa for Ethiopia, but it is a fully online eVisa. Apply at the official portal evisa.gov.et before you fly, pay USD 62 for a single-entry 30-day tourist eVisa, and you will normally receive approval by email within about 3 business days. A Mexican ordinary passport holder traveling to Ethiopia for tourism is not visa-free and must obtain a visa in advance. Ethiopia operates an electronic visa (eVisa) system that is open to all nationalities, including Mexico, and this is the standard channel for short tourist visits. The tourist eVisa is single-entry, valid for a maximum stay of 30 days, and currently costs USD 62 (reduced from USD 82 in late 2025). The 90-day eVisa option has effectively been withdrawn, so 30 days is the practical maximum for a single eVisa. Processing typically takes about 3 business days. Crucially, eVisa holders must enter Ethiopia through Addis Ababa Bole International Airport; the eVisa is not valid for land border crossings. While Ethiopia historically offered visa-on-arrival at Bole for many nationalities, the government strongly directs travelers to apply online in advance, and the eVisa is the reliable, recommended route. Only Djibouti and Kenya nationals enjoy visa-free access, so Mexico is not visa-exempt. Travelers should apply only through the official evisa.gov.et site, as numerous look-alike scam websites exist.

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

Electronic visa (eVisa) - Tourist (VT)

Maximum stay

Up to 30 days

per entry

Entries

Single entry

from issue date

Visa fee

USD 62 (30-day tourist eVisa)

consular fee only

Processing time

Approximately 3 business days

standard track

Validity

Enter within validity window shown on the eVisa; 30-day stay from entry

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm eligibility and passport validity

Ensure your Mexican ordinary passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended entry date and has at least two blank pages. Confirm you will arrive at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, the only entry point valid for an eVisa.

· Passport 6+ months· 2 blank pages

/02

Go to the official eVisa portal

Open the official Ethiopian eVisa website at evisa.gov.et. Avoid look-alike third-party sites that charge inflated service fees; the government has no agreement with them.

· evisa.gov.et· Official only

/03

Complete the online application

Select the Tourist eVisa (30 days, single entry), then fill in your personal details, passport data, travel dates, and Ethiopian address or hotel.

· Tourist VT· 30 days

/04

Upload documents

Upload a clear color scan of your passport biodata page and a recent passport-style photograph that meets the size and background requirements.

· Passport scan· Photo

/05

Pay the visa fee

Pay the USD 62 fee online using an international credit or debit card. Keep the payment confirmation.

· USD 62· Card payment

/06

Receive eVisa and travel

Wait about 3 business days for approval delivered by email. Print the approved eVisa and carry it with your passport when you fly into Addis Ababa Bole International Airport.

· ~3 business days· Print eVisa

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items

Personalized checklist

Mexico -> Ethiopia · Electronic visa (eVisa) - Tourist (VT)

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredMexican passport valid 6+ months beyond entry 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

RequiredColor digital scan of passport biodata page

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

required

RequiredRecent passport-style photograph (correct size/background)

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

required

RequiredConfirmed arrival at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport

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

RecommendedHotel booking or Ethiopian address for the application

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

RecommendedPrinted copy of the approved eVisa for boarding and immigration

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

recommended

RecommendedProof of yellow fever vaccination if arriving from a risk 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.

Official sourcesEthiopian eVisa Official Portal - Tourist Visa Visa policy of Ethiopia - Wikipedia Ethiopia lowers the price of its tourist visa - VisasNews

Application link included: Ethiopian eVisa Official Portal - Tourist Visa

Open link

/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Tourist eVisa - 30 days (single entry)USD 62Standard fee paid online; reduced from USD 82 in late 2025

Card payment processingIncluded / variablePaid directly on evisa.gov.et; your bank may add a foreign transaction fee

Total estimateUSD 62 — USD 62incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard eVisa processing

~3 business days

Online application via evisa.gov.et; approval delivered by email. Apply at least 1-2 weeks before departure to allow for delays.

Apply well in advance

2-4 weeks before travel

Buffer recommended in case additional documents are requested or processing is delayed.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Mexico is not on Ethiopia's visa-exempt list

Only Djibouti and Kenya nationals enter Ethiopia visa-free; all other nationalities, including Mexico, need a visa.

High

/02

eVisa is the standard, recommended channel

Ethiopia's eVisa system is open to all nationalities and is the reliable advance route for tourists arriving by air.

High

/03

Single airport entry restriction

eVisa holders must enter via Addis Ababa Bole International Airport; the eVisa is invalid at land borders, which require an embassy visa.

Medium

/04

Short maximum stay

The tourist eVisa now allows up to 30 days only, as the 90-day eVisa option has effectively been withdrawn.

Medium

/05

Scam websites are common

Many unofficial sites mimic the government portal and overcharge; applications must go through 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

Mexico to Ethiopia route verified

Confirmed via official evisa.gov.et guidance and authoritative sources that Mexican passport holders require an eVisa (single-entry, 30-day stay, USD 62, ~3 business days). Noted late-2025 fee reduction from USD 82 to USD 62 and withdrawal of the 90-day eVisa option.

/09 — The questions