East Africa · ET · ADD
Ethiopia entry requirements
What you need to enter Ethiopia: visa rules by passport, vaccines, arrival airports and practical details for your trip.
Travel advice. Some regions have security risks. Check your foreign ministry's travel advice for the areas you plan to visit.
Entry rules change often. We checked these on 27 October 2026 against the sources below. Confirm with the official portal before you book.
Visa rules by passport
| Passports | Entry | Fee | Stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| All 14 passports we cover | eVisa | US$62 (30 days) | Up to 30 or 90 days |
Most EU passports: US$62 for 30 days, US$152 for 90 days (fees published July 2026). Arrive via Addis Ababa Bole airport.
Detailed guide for your passport
Health and vaccines
Yellow fever. A yellow fever certificate is required if you arrive from, or have transited through, a country with yellow fever risk.
Malaria. Malaria is present in some regions. Check your route with a travel clinic.
Routine vaccines should be up to date. Travel clinics commonly also discuss hepatitis A, typhoid and, for longer rural stays, rabies. Book 6 to 8 weeks before departure.
Practical details
- Capital
- Addis Ababa
- Currency
- Ethiopian birr (ETB)
- Languages
- Amharic, Oromo, Tigrinya
- Plug types
- C, E, F, L
- Best time
- October to March
- Main airports
- Addis Ababa (ADD)
Plan your trip
Northern Ethiopia · best months
Highlights of Ethiopia
- Rock-hewn churches of Lalibela
- Simien Mountains
- Danakil Depression
Frequently asked questions
Do EU citizens need a visa for Ethiopia?
Yes. Most EU passport holders need a visa (evisa); the fee is US$62 (30 days).
Is a yellow fever vaccination required for Ethiopia?
A yellow fever certificate is required if you arrive from, or have transited through, a country with yellow fever risk.
Is there malaria in Ethiopia?
Malaria is present in some regions. Check your route with a travel clinic.
What is the best time to visit Ethiopia?
October to March is generally the best time to visit.
What currency is used in Ethiopia?
The currency is the Ethiopian birr (ETB). Cards work in cities and larger hotels; carry some cash for markets and rural areas.
Sources
- Official Ethiopia visa portal
- Legit.ng: Ethiopia announces tourist visa fees (Jul 2026)
- WHO: Yellow fever vaccination requirements, country list
- Wikipedia: Visa requirements for German citizens (EU reference)
- Wikipedia: Visa requirements for British citizens
- Wikipedia: Visa requirements for United States citizens
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