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United States to Ethiopia visa requirements

US passport holders need a visa for Ethiopia and must obtain an approved eVisa online before travel. Visa-on-arrival is currently suspended, so the eVisa via evisa.gov.et is the required channel. A US ordinary passport holder cannot enter Ethiopia visa-free. The U.S. Department of State is explicit: all U.S. citizens require a visa, and "Do not travel to Ethiopia unless you have an approved e-Visa," because travelers without a valid visa are denied entry. Ethiopia's official portal, evisa.gov.et, issues a single-entry electronic Tourist Visa for tourism or short non-business visits. Two options exist: a 30-day validity at USD $62 and a 90-day validity at USD $152 (both single entry). The previously available visa-on-arrival at Addis Ababa (Bole) Airport has been suspended for improvements to migration control, so travelers should not rely on it and should apply online in advance. Standard processing is about 3 business days; applicants should apply at least a week before departure. Requirements: a passport valid at least 6 months from entry with at least one blank page, a recent passport-style photo, and a credit/debit card for payment. Print and carry a copy of the approved eVisa. Yellow fever vaccination proof is required if arriving from a country with yellow fever transmission risk. Overstays incur daily fines payable in USD at immigration before an exit visa is issued.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMSINGLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30
Visa type
Electronic visa (eVisa) - single-entry Tourist Visa
Maximum stay
30 days or 90 days (choose at application)
per entry
Entries
Single entry
from issue date
Visa fee
USD $62 (30-day) or USD $152 (90-day)
consular fee only
Processing time
Approximately 3 business days
standard track
Validity
Enter within validity window; visa expires on departure (single entry)
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm passport eligibility
Ensure your US passport is valid for at least 6 months from your intended date of entry to Ethiopia and has at least one blank page.
· 6 months validity· 1 blank page
/02
Go to the official eVisa portal
Apply only at the Ethiopian government site evisa.gov.et. Avoid third-party agents that add markups.
· evisa.gov.et
/03
Select the tourist visa and stay length
Choose the single-entry Tourist Visa with either 30-day (USD $62) or 90-day (USD $152) validity.
· 30 or 90 days· single entry
/04
Complete the application and upload documents
Enter your travel details and upload a recent passport-style photo and the bio page of your passport.
· photo· passport bio page
/05
Pay the visa fee
Pay online with an international credit or debit card. The fee is non-refundable even if the application is denied.
· card payment· non-refundable
/06
Receive and print the approved eVisa
Approval typically arrives within about 3 business days by email. Print a copy and carry it for boarding and immigration.
· print copy· carry at entry
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

12 items
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RequiredUS 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
RequiredRecent passport-style digital photo
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
required
RequiredInternational credit/debit card for the fee
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedConfirmed return or onward ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
recommended
RecommendedProof of accommodation or hotel booking
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
recommended
ConditionalYellow fever vaccination certificate (if arriving from a risk country)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
conditional
RequiredEmail access to receive the eVisa approval
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
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 sourcesU.S. Department of State - Ethiopia International Travel InformationEthiopian eVisa Official Portal - Tourist VisaEthiopian eVisa Official Portal - Tourist Visa On Arrival status
Application link included: Ethiopian eVisa Official Portal - Tourist Visa
Open link
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Tourist eVisa - 30-day single entryUSD $62Validity window of 30 days, single entry, paid online
Tourist eVisa - 90-day single entryUSD $152Validity window of 90 days, single entry, paid online
Overstay fineDaily fine in USDPayable in cash USD at immigration before an exit visa is issued
Total estimateUSD $62 — USD $152incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard eVisa processing
~3 business days
Official processing time stated by the Ethiopian eVisa portal; apply at least a week before departure.
Buffer for high-season delays
Up to 5-7 days
Allow extra time during peak periods or if additional review is needed.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
No visa-free or waiver agreement
The US and Ethiopia have no mutual visa-waiver; all US citizens must obtain a visa.
High
/02
Visa-on-arrival suspended
Ethiopia temporarily suspended visa-on-arrival to strengthen migration control, so the online eVisa is required.
High
/03
State Department mandates an approved eVisa
US travelers are warned not to travel without an approved eVisa, as they will be denied entry.
High
/04
Passport validity shortfall
Passports with less than 6 months validity or no blank page can be refused.
Medium
/05
Yellow fever requirement
Travelers arriving from a yellow fever risk country without a certificate can be refused 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
United States of America to Ethiopia route verified
Confirmed eVisa requirement against the U.S. State Department country page and the official evisa.gov.et portal; fees USD $62 (30-day) and $152 (90-day), single entry, ~3-day processing; visa-on-arrival noted as suspended.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can US citizens get a visa on arrival in Ethiopia?—
Not reliably. Visa-on-arrival has been suspended to improve migration control. The U.S. State Department advises not to travel without an approved eVisa, so apply online in advance at evisa.gov.et.
How much does the Ethiopian tourist eVisa cost?+
How long does the eVisa take to process?+
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