Ethiopia Visa

About Ethiopia

Indians require a visa to any end, whether tourism, business, transit, or study. The most common is the e- Visa which can be acquired online before travelling. Alternatively, a visa on arrival is offered at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, which is mostly used on short-term tourist visits (usually not exceeding 30 days). It is advised that travellers request e-Visa approval prior to travelling to avoid any delays or complications.

Documents usually needed

To make the Ethiopia travel experience smoother, prepare these essential documents:

• Valid Indian passport containing at least six months of validity on the date of entry and two blank pages.

• Recent passport-size photograph, 35mm x 45mm, on white/light grey ground.

• Ready e-Visa or paper application form (as needed)

• Photocopy of the biographical page of the passport.

• Booked back-ticket or onward-ticket indicating departure within the approved time.

• Evidence of stay- hotel reservation or invitation of local host.

• Bank statements, credit card or any other financial evidence to cover stay.

• Yellow Fever vaccination certificate (must be required when traveling to or through a hazardous country), and, possibly, Polio certificate.

• Other business or study documents, like invitation or acceptance letters.

Eligibility Requirements and Major Conditions

• Purpose of visit : tourism, business, family visit, short-term study, or transit.

• Passport validity : minimum of six months since entry.

• Monetary capacity : adequate finances to visit.

• Evidence of return ties : evidence of employment, family, or property in India.

• Good health and character : Yellow Fever and at times Polio vaccination evidence needed; no serious criminal background.

• Visa on arrival at Addis Ababa is predominantly used by short term tourists; long term stays or any other points of entry are best served by e- Visa.

Ethiopia Visa Types & Fees

• Tourist e- Visa (single entry) - 30 days (USD 52-60) 90 days (USD 122)

• Business e-Visa - It can be applied online or at the embassy; further documentation can be necessary.

• Transit Visa - no more than 72 hours, one entry.

• Student or Employment Visas - need more documents, such as acceptance or appointment letters.

Depending on the type of visa and length of stay, fees depend on the length of stay and can be paid online or even at visa counters; some of these extras may be optional.

Application and Entry Procedures

• In the case of e-Visas, fill out the online portal of Ethiopia prior to travelling: scan the passport, pose, boarding, accommodation, inoculation, and pay the price.

• Verify information - make sure that approved e-Visa would be in printed form and it will be presented at arrival.

• Visa on arrival - Present the above-mentioned documents at Immigration counters of the Addis Ababa Bole International Airport; the payment is made in USD.

• On arrival, present passport, visa approval, supporting documents and respond to questions concerning travel plans and financial resources. Immigration can demand proof of vaccination and accommodation.

• Extensions - When you need to stay longer, request an extension before your visa lapses. An over stay attracts punishment and even prohibition. 

FAQs for Indian Travelers to Ethiopia.

Step-By-Step Application Guide

• Ensure the most recent Ethiopian travel alert through official channels.

• Prepare basic documents: passport, application/photo, travel tickets, hotel evidence, bank statements and health certificates.

• Apply online using the official e-Visa portal in Ethiopia, or prepare a visa on arrival in Addis Ababa in short-term tourism.

• On approval, print e-Visa and carry all documentation to border check points.

• Give current documents on immigration at arrival and answer travel and health questions.

• Stay within authorized visa terms; seek renewal before expiry.

Summary

By 2025, Indian tourists to Ethiopia will need to obtain a visa, which can be done online prior to travel or in Addis Ababa Bole International Airport during short-term visits. Arrange all paperwork, having certificates of vaccination. The visa charge and documentation are different depending on intention and timing. The right procedures will provide a hassle-free, fulfilling journey of the ancient sceneries and the lively urban centers of Ethiopia.