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Visa Type Visa Cost Service Fee Number of Entries Max Stay Visa Validity Processing Time
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Visa Cost USD 52 - 72
Service Fee USD 35.00
Number of Entries Single
Max Stay 30 - 90 days
Visa Expires 30 days after arrival
Processing Time 24 hours
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As of June 2018, nationals of all countries are eligible for an Ethiopian online visa (e-Visa). By applying, travelers do not have to visit the consulate to apply for a tourist e-visa. You can submit all the required documents, information and pay for visa fees online. This streamlined system cut out the time wasted waiting in lines and costly processes that were previously in place.

The Ethiopia Tourist e-Visa is an official document issued electronically by the Main Department of Immigration and Nationality Affairs. Applicants will receive their visas via email, after filling out the application form with the necessary information and once the online credit card payment is completed.

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Frequently Asked Questions

It’s an official document which provides authorization to travel to and from Ethiopia. It is electronically linked to your passport.

We require the following to submit your application:

  1. Passport with at least 6-month validity
  2. A scanned copy of passport bio page
  3. Passport sized photo
  4. Credit/Debit card or Paypal account for payment

The cost for the 30 day e-Visa is 52 USD, and for the 90-day e-Visa 72 USD. Additionally, there is a service fee of 35 USD for standard processing. For rush and super rush processing, the service fee is 65 USD and 100 USD respectively, for both visa types.

It depends on the processing time you choose. We offer three options:

  1. Standard Processing: 3 business days.
  2. Rush Processing: 2 business days
  3. Super Rush Processing: 1 business day.

Unlike many other visas that start their validity from the date they’re issued, the Ethiopian e-Visa's validity starts from when you intend to enter the country. So your e-Visa will be valid for 30 or 90 days from your intended arrival date in Ethiopia, depending on the e-Visa type you choose.

  • NOTE: The validity period is different from the duration of stay, which is 30 or 90 days. Duration of stay CANNOT exceed the validity period of the visa. For example, if you change your plans after the visa is issued and your arrival date is 10 days later than what is on the e-Visa, your validity is 20 or 80 days. Thus, the maximum duration of your stay is 20 or 80 days.

  • NOTE: The validity period is different than the duration of stay which is 30 or 90 days. Duration of stay CANNOT exceed the validity period of the visa. For example, if you change your plans after the visa is issued and your arrival date is 10 days later than what is on the e-Visa, your validity is 20 or 80 days. Thus, the maximum duration of your stay is 20 or 80 days.

Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date you intend to arrive in Ethiopia.

One, its a single entry visa.

The visa will be sent to you by email in PDF format. You need to print this document and take it with you when you travel.

Nationals of all countries are eligible for the Ethiopian e-Visa, effective June 1, 2018.

No. At the moment, only single-entry tourist visas can be issued online.

If traveling with children, make sure you are in possession of a valid birth certificate and/or adoption certificate, as appropriate, to avoid last-minute inconvenience.

Keep in mind that the rules are valid for all children whether they are biological, adopted or just traveling together.

No, you do not require an e-Visa for transit flights/layovers in Ethiopia. If you want to leave the airport transit area to visit Addis Ababa then you will need to apply for a 30-day single entry visa online, or visit your nearest Ethiopian Embassy to get an in-transit visa through them.

Currently, the Ethiopian Government only allows travelers with this Tourist e-Visa to enter via the Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. Entry via other ports of entry is not allowed.

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Ethiopia started to gain its popularity in the recent years. People did not use to travel there are often as they do now, but it is an affordable destination. Plus, you get to experience a lot of things, even if the country does not have a significant surface area. Besides, Ethiopia is rather different from other African countries, and I am sure you will find a lot of things there that will catch your eye. You will create a lot of beautiful memories, and people there are very welcoming. Even so, there are probably some things that are best to be known before you actually get there. You will find some of them below. First things first, only the people from Kenya can travel to Ethiopia without a visa. Even so, getting one should be easy since you can get it online. It is not very expensive, and the process is fairly simple. You can travel both by land and by air. At the same time, you can get a visa on arrival when you arrive at the Addis Ababa Bole Airport. Leaving documentation aside, there is a ton of other things that you need to know before traveling to Ethiopia. For one thing, you should be aware of the fact that people from Ethiopia are very relaxed. They treasure their rest, which is why you will not find some places open during lunch. So, if you want to use some services, like a bank for example, between 12 and 2 PM, you cannot. That is because most places close down during that time. It is some sort of Spanish siesta. Everyone needs to eat and rest in the middle of the day so that they can continue working until the end of the program. The weirdest aspect you will encounter in Ethiopia is how people there keep time. They have their own system that may throw you off. Out 6 o’clock is their 12 o’clock, and that is when they start their day. This should be of no importance to you, but when you have something scheduled, you need to ask what time they are referring to. Ethiopian time or international time. It goes the same with the dates. Ethiopia uses the Julian calendar so it will take a while until you get the hang of it. Many people think that African countries are dangerous, especially when you are traveling alone. While that is true in some cases, it does not apply to Ethiopia. In fact, you can travel alone as a female and still be safe, even in Addis Ababa. You do not have to fear thieves, kidnappers, or anything else of this sort. People there are peaceful, and since the tourism has developed in the last few years, they are welcoming. If you want to go exploring in Ethiopia, it would be best if you hire a guide. Ethiopia has an interesting history, and some of the facts are less known than others. That is why a guide is necessary. At the same time, you cannot even explore some of the parts of Ethiopia, such as the Danakil Depression, Simien Mountains, and Omo Valley, without a guide. Rest assured that most of the guides speak excellent English, but you should refrain yourself from making the payment before you know that for sure. You do not want to get stuck in the middle of nowhere with someone that does not know how to communicate with you, do you? While Ethiopia is an affordable destination, I am sure that you think it is incredibly cheap. However, that is not entirely true. In fact, it can get quite costly, mostly because you need guides. Also, accommodation can be a bit pricey. The tourism tax is a common thing, so consider that before you go there. Even so, I am sure you will find cheap are the food and drinks. You will be amazed at how much you can eat and drink at the price of a meal in a western country. As for the preparations before your trip, it depends on where you come from. For example, if you are a US citizen, you need a European adapter for your devices. In Ethiopia, they use 2-pin plugs. When it comes to clothing, make sure that you pack some thick clothing for the chilly nights. Ethiopia is located at a pretty high altitude, and it can get pretty cold during the night. Some fluffy socks, sweaters, and long pants should not be missing from your luggage. At the same time, Ethiopia is an excellent place for hiking, which means that you need some hiking gear as well. Do not forget your boots and your pants before you leave. Among the things you take with you should be toilet paper. You will almost never find any in public restrooms, and sometimes even hotels lack TP. You should probably pack a few rolls so that you do not find yourself without. Leaving practical things aside, you should know that Ethiopia is a very photogenic country. You should never leave home without your camera. A lot of people choose Ethiopia for its scenery, and you cannot possibly go there without snapping a lot of photos. The view is breathtaking in the mountains, and I am sure you will regret forgetting your camera as long as you live. It may not be so important for some of you, but you will want to go over your trip again and again. A lot of pictures will help you with that. They will keep the memories alive for longer. Overall, Ethiopia is a lovely place to visit. The people are friendly, the food is good, and you have to taste their coffee. They are actually famous for their coffee. Plus, the scenery is mesmerizing, and you will have goosebumps whenever you take a look at the mountains, valleys, or whatever place you choose to visit. Ethiopia is full of wonders, and you should take advantage of your time there by exploring as much as your time allows you.

An e-Visa is an official document permitting entry into and travel within a certain country. The e-Visa is an alternative to visas issued at the ports of entry or visiting an embassy/consulate to obtain traditional paper visas. e-Visas are linked electronically to the traveler's passport.

Our service starts with information. You can use our up-to-date visa requirements tool to search if you need a travel visa. It's as simple as telling us where you are from and where you are going. Based on this information we will tell you how much the visa costs, the number of entries, the start date and give you an action step such as applying directly on our site!

The best place to find this information is our visa requirement tool. Each country has different entry rules and visa fees. If you are in a rush you can also apply online and the form will give you this information as well.

It depends on the country issuing the visa. For many countries such as Australia ETA and Turkey e-Visa, the process can be done in 15 minutes through our rush service. For other countries such as the India tourist Visa, the process usually takes 24 hours. The exact time can be found on each application form. What we guarantee is that your application with iVisa will be the fastest way to apply anywhere.

The documents must be printed on a sheet of blank A4 white paper. Double-side or reduced printing will not be accepted.

We help you get your travel visa in the simplest and fastest way possible. Through easy-to-use online application forms and world-class 24/7 customer service, we make the whole visa process quick and simple! We also use best practices when it comes to protecting your data and credit card.

iVisa offers two types of Visa: Electronic visas (e-Visas) and traditional paper visas, based on your destination. In addition, we also offer the following services/documents that are required by certain countries: ETA (electronic travel authorization), Tourist Cards, Visa on Arrival pre-registration/approval form, Tourist Invitation Letters, and Embassy Registration service.

  1. Select the country to which you are requesting the visa
  2. Select the type of visa and read the instructions carefully.
  3. Select Apply Now
  4. Fill in the application form
  5. Pay using a Visa Card, Mastercard or other debit card.
  6. Await approval via email, then download and print the e-Visa from your account.
  7. Present your printed e-Visa to the immigration officer at the port of entry.

Please note most countries offer the ability to process a travel visa without a service fee. The main reason we process thousands of travel visas per month is we save you time and frustration. Our service includes an easy to use website and application form. It is much easier to process your application with us especially for mobile users and large groups. We send all of our clients the visa days before travel. This is especially helpful for those passengers who purchase the visa months in advance. We also have a 24-hour customer service with professionals that are based in the United States and speak English. We accept multi-currencies and our website can be translated into over 20 languages. We believe our fee is worth your time and sanity but please note all governments do have their own "free" service.

If you have already applied on our site, please log in to your account and look for your order/application. An account is generated for you automatically after payment is received. Click the link in your confirmation email to set up a password or visit the log in page to set up the password and enter the account. Please note in most cases your visa will be delivered to you via email and can be found in your account after logging in.

If your visa application is not approved by the government agency, we will provide a full refund under our approval guarantee. If for any reason, you are not satisfied with our service please contact us via chat and we will provide a refund of your service fee. If a mistake is made on your application, we will process your visa again at no cost. Please note refunds are credited back to the same credit card used.

If we have not processed your visa, we can make changes without a problem. We do check your information for mistakes as well. If you have already processed your visa, If we have submitted your application to the appropriate government agencies, some will allow to make changes, while others do not. Please contact us immediately (preferably through chat) if you notice an error on your application.

Some countries may require proof of yellow fever vaccination if you are arriving from a country with risk of yellow fever. You can see more info here: https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/list It's the passenger´s own responsibility to verify these regulations before traveling to the chosen country.

In order to download your invoice, please log in to your account and download it directly from there.

You may reprint the e-Visa in your email account. Alternatively, you may retrieve and reprint the e-Visa by using your iVisa account.

Yes. The iVisa system does not retain your credit card information after the transaction is processed.

All visas grant travelers the permission to travel to a country's port of entry. Whether you are granted entry or not will be at the discretion of the Immigration Officer at the entry point.

If your visa application has not been submitted for processing you will receive a full refund. However, if your application has been submitted, then we will not be able to provide a refund.

When the visa has to be shipped to you, the processing times do not include this shipping time. It is from when we receive your application to obtaining the approval. Most visas (e-Visas) are sent via email upon approval so shipping times will not apply.

No, we are not affiliated with any government agencies. We are a private company that specializes in processing travel visas for travelers worldwide.

Unfortunately, we are not able to, since the government agencies do not inform us of the reason(s) behind the decisions.

If your visa is not approved, we advise that you contact the nearest embassy/consulate for more information on what your options are.

We accept Visa, Master Card, American Express, and PayPal.

All citizens from these territories applying through our website will have their application processed with the nationality/citizenship specified in their passport. As an example, a traveler from Puerto Rico will have their request processed as USA nationality. This does not apply to the travelers under the BOTC (British Overseas Territories Citizen) category according to the British Overseas Territories Act of 2002.