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Vietnam to Ethiopia visa requirements

Vietnamese ordinary passport holders need a visa for Ethiopia. The recommended route is the Ethiopia Tourist eVisa, applied for online before travel at the official portal evisa.gov.et. It grants a single entry for a stay of up to 30 days and costs USD 62. Ethiopia is not visa-free for Vietnamese citizens. Since the launch of its all-nationality electronic visa system, Ethiopia issues an online Tourist eVisa (type VT) that is open to citizens of virtually every country, including Vietnam. Vietnamese ordinary passport holders should apply on the official Ethiopian eVisa portal (evisa.gov.et) at least a few days before departure, upload a passport bio-data page and a passport-style photo, pay the fee online, and receive an approval letter by email to print and present on arrival at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. As of August 2024 Ethiopia reduced the 30-day single-entry tourist eVisa fee from USD 82 to USD 62, and it discontinued the 90-day electronic tourist visa, so only the 30-day option is offered to tourists. While a visa-on-arrival channel exists at Addis Ababa for some nationalities, the eVisa is the reliable, recommended path because airlines require a valid visa or approval to board, and securing it in advance avoids the risk of being turned away. The verdict is therefore 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, type 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
About 3 business days
standard track
Validity
Enter within validity shown on approval; stay up to 30 days from entry
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm passport validity
Ensure your Vietnamese ordinary passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended date of entry into Ethiopia and has a blank page.
· 6 months validity· blank page
/02
Open the official eVisa portal
Go to the Ethiopian government eVisa website at evisa.gov.et and select the Tourist Visa (eVisa) option. Avoid third-party sites that charge extra.
· evisa.gov.et· Tourist Visa VT
/03
Complete the online application
Fill in your personal details, passport information, travel dates, and Ethiopian address or hotel. Choose the 30-day single-entry tourist visa.
· 30 days· single entry
/04
Upload supporting documents
Upload a clear scan of your passport bio-data page and a recent passport-size photograph with a plain background.
· passport scan· photo
/05
Pay the visa fee online
Pay USD 62 using an international credit or debit card directly on the evisa.gov.et platform.
· USD 62· card payment
/06
Receive approval and travel
Wait about 3 business days for approval by email, print the eVisa approval letter, and present it with your passport on arrival at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport.
· print approval· Bole Airport
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items
Personalized checklist
Vietnam -> Ethiopia · Tourist eVisa (single entry, type VT)
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Deadline reminderAdd a date before export
RequiredVietnamese 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
RequiredScan of passport bio-data page
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredRecent passport-size photo, plain background
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
required
RecommendedConfirmed onward or return flight ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
recommended
RequiredHotel booking or Ethiopian host address
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
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
RequiredPrinted eVisa approval letter to show on arrival
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
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
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 VisaVisaGuide.World - Ethiopia Cuts Electronic Tourist Visa Fee By $20Ethiopian Airlines - Guideline for Visa on Arrival at Addis Ababa
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 62Official government fee paid online at evisa.gov.et
Card/processing surchargeUSD 0-5Possible bank or card foreign-transaction charge
Optional travel insuranceUSD 20-50Not mandatory but recommended for the trip
Total estimateUSD 62 — USD 67incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard eVisa processing
About 3 business days
Apply online at evisa.gov.et at least 3 days before departure; approval is emailed.
Visa on arrival (select airports)
On arrival
VOA exists at Addis Ababa for some travelers, but is less reliable and airlines may deny boarding without an approved visa; not recommended over the eVisa.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
No visa-free agreement
Vietnam has no visa-waiver arrangement with Ethiopia, so a visa is required for entry.
High
/02
All-nationality eVisa system
Ethiopia's online eVisa is open to citizens of nearly every country, including Vietnam, making it the standard route.
High
/03
Airline boarding requirement
Carriers require a valid eVisa or approval before allowing passengers to board flights to Ethiopia.
High
/04
Tourism and short visits
The tourist eVisa covers leisure and short non-business visits up to 30 days.
Medium
/05
Discontinued 90-day e-tourist visa
Ethiopia stopped issuing the 90-day electronic tourist visa, so only the 30-day option applies.
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
Vietnam to Ethiopia route verified
Confirmed via the official Ethiopian eVisa portal and travel news that Vietnamese ordinary passport holders need an online Tourist eVisa (single entry, 30 days, USD 62 after the August 2024 fee cut from USD 82).
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Vietnamese citizens need a visa for Ethiopia?—
Yes. There is no visa-free access for Vietnamese passport holders. You must obtain a visa, and the recommended option is the online Tourist eVisa.
How much does the Ethiopia tourist eVisa cost?+
How long can I stay in Ethiopia on a tourist eVisa?+
How long does the eVisa take to process?+
Can I get a visa on arrival instead?+
Which website should I use to apply?+
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