Ethiopia — Lalibela Rock Churches, Simien Mountains, Danakil Depression
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Ethiopia Visa for Indians

Entry Requirements for Indian Passport Holders

Indian passport holders apply for an Ethiopia tourist e-visa online (30 or 90 days) before travel.

Entry for Indianse-Visa Required
Processing3 working days
Permitted stay30 or 90 days
AppointmentNot required
CapitalAddis Ababa
CurrencyEthiopian Birr (ETB)
LanguageAmharic
Best time to visitOctober to June

Ethiopia Visa Options & Document Checklist

Ethiopia Tourist e-Visa

Apply on the official portal evisa.gov.et

Processing3 working days
ValidityAs issued
Stay30 or 90 days

Documents required

  1. Clear colour scan of the passport bio-data page (passport valid for at least 6 months from arrival)
  2. Recent colour photograph — digital, as per portal specifications, white background, taken within the last 6 months
  3. Confirmed return or onward flight reservation
  4. Hotel booking for the entire stay (or invitation letter from your host with their ID and address proof)
  5. Yellow fever vaccination certificate

Ethiopia Business Visa

Sponsored by the Ethiopian company through the Immigration and Citizenship Service

Processing5 – 10 working days
ValidityAs issued
StayAs per visa

Documents required

  1. Clear colour scan of the passport bio-data page (passport valid for at least 6 months from arrival)
  2. Recent colour photograph — digital, white background, taken within the last 6 months
  3. Invitation letter from the host company in Ethiopia on its letterhead, stating the purpose and dates of the visit and who bears the expenses
  4. Business licence of the Ethiopian host
  5. Covering letter from your Indian employer / company on letterhead confirming your designation, purpose of the trip and who bears the expenses

Important Notes

  • India requires a valid yellow fever vaccination certificate from travellers arriving from this country — get vaccinated at an authorised centre at least 10 days before departure, or you may be quarantined on return.
Information checked September 2026. Visa rules change frequently — our consultants reconfirm the latest requirements with the embassy / official portal before filing. Official sources: Ethiopia official e-Visa. Fees are not listed on this website — contact us for current charges.

About Ethiopia

Ethiopia is a popular destination for Indian travellers, with a capital at Addis Ababa and a well-connected network of cities including Addis Ababa. The best time to visit is October to June, when conditions are ideal for exploring highlights such as Lalibela Rock Churches and Simien Mountains.

Top attractions

Lalibela Rock ChurchesSimien MountainsDanakil Depression

Top cities

Addis Ababa
FAQs

Ethiopia Visa — FAQs

Indian passport holders apply for an Ethiopia tourist e-visa online (30 or 90 days) before travel.
Processing is typically 3 working days. Validity: As issued. Permitted stay: 30 or 90 days.
The core documents are: Clear colour scan of the passport bio-data page (passport valid for at least 6 months from arrival); Recent colour photograph — digital, as per portal specifications, white background, taken within the last 6 months; Confirmed return or onward flight reservation; Hotel booking for the entire stay (or invitation letter from your host with their ID and address proof); Yellow fever vaccination certificate. See the complete checklist on this page — our consultants review every document before submission.
No embassy appointment is needed for the main route — the application is made online through the official portal.
No consultancy can guarantee approval — the decision rests solely with the authorities of Ethiopia. We maximise your chances through accurate, complete documentation.
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