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Ethiopia eVisa / ETA Required Before Travel for Indians

Ethiopia's visa on arrival is now limited to a very narrow group of nationalities. Indian passport holders must apply through the official e-Visa portal before travelling and should not plan on an airport visa counter.

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Visa Overview

Country
Ethiopia
Visa Type
eVisa / ETA Required Before Travel
Purpose
Tourism and business
Maximum Stay
Up to 30 or 90 days by category
Extension
Through the Ethiopian Immigration Service
Visa Fee
e-Visa fee from about US$82 for 30 days
Processing
On arrival / online pre-approval where available
Reviewed
September 2026

Documents Required

Carry these for Ethiopia. Requirements may be checked again at your departure airport.

  • Original Indian passport in good condition
  • Passport valid for at least 6 months from arrival
  • Confirmed return or onward flight ticket
  • Hotel or accommodation confirmation
  • Recent passport-size photograph
  • Yellow fever vaccination certificate where applicable

Ethiopia entry process

  1. 1

    Step 1

    Prepare Documents

    Passport, tickets, accommodation and photographs as listed above.

  2. 2

    Step 2

    Apply Online Before Travel

    Submit the application on the official portal and wait for approval.

  3. 3

    Step 3

    Carry the Approval

    Keep a printout and a digital copy — airlines check it at boarding.

  4. 4

    Step 4

    Arrive at the Airport

    Travel only to the entry points listed on your approval.

  5. 5

    Step 5

    Immigration Clearance

    Present passport, approval and supporting documents.

  6. 6

    Step 6

    Enter the Country

    Keep the entry stamp and departure record safe for your exit.

Online pre-arrival step

Official Ethiopian e-Visa application at evisa.gov.et.

Visa Fee

e-Visa fee from about US$82 for 30 days

Approximate INR: ₹7,200 (indicative)

INR amount is indicative and may change according to exchange rates. Official fees are set by the destination’s authorities and may change without notice.

Ethiopian e-Visa (official)

Important Conditions

  • Approved e-Visa before boarding — airline check-in may refuse without it.
  • Passport valid for at least six months from arrival.
  • Accommodation confirmation in Ethiopia.
  • Yellow fever certificate depending on your routing.

Entry, permitted stay and extension decisions rest entirely with the immigration authority of Ethiopia. Meeting every condition does not guarantee entry.

Travelling to Ethiopia soon?

Visadesk Global LLP helps you check eligibility, prepare documents and arrange flights, hotels and itineraries so your arrival goes smoothly.

  • Document check
  • eVisa applications
  • Flight & hotel booking
  • Travel insurance guidance
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Verify before you travel

Visa and entry regulations can change without prior notice. Eligibility may depend on passport validity, return tickets, hotel bookings, sufficient funds, travel history, residence permits, or valid visas from certain countries. Travellers should verify the latest immigration requirements with Ethiopian e-Visa (official) before booking or travelling. Visadesk Global is a private visa and travel assistance service and is not affiliated with any embassy, consulate or government immigration authority.