How the Ethiopia tourist eVisa works
Ethiopia operates an official government eVisa system. The tourist eVisa is an electronic single-entry visa, and applicants should use the government portal rather than look-alike commercial websites.
The official eVisa information page states that the passport should have at least six months of validity from the intended date of entry. A scanned colour copy of the passport and a colour passport-size photograph are required for the online process.
Documents to prepare
- Passport with at least six months validity from the intended date of entry
- Clear colour scan of the passport biodata page
- Recent colour passport-size photograph
- Accurate intended arrival date
- Accommodation address and realistic travel plan
- Return or onward travel information
- Funding evidence appropriate to the trip
- UAE residence and employment/business evidence where useful to explain the applicant profile
Use only genuine, accurate and verifiable documents. A checklist should be adjusted to the applicant’s nationality, purpose, funding and personal circumstances rather than copied blindly from another case.
Use only the official Ethiopia eVisa portal
Create the application through the official Ethiopian government eVisa website, select the visa category that matches the real purpose, and enter the nationality shown on the passport that will actually be used for travel.
The Ethiopian government specifically warns about fraudulent or imitation eVisa websites. Payment or an application submitted to an unofficial site is not treated as a government visa application.
Build a consistent visitor file
Names, passport details, dates, accommodation, transport, leave dates, funding and sponsorship should tell the same story across the application. If one part of the plan changes, update every affected document before submission.
For supporting evidence, see our bank-statement guide, cover-letter guide and day-by-day itinerary generator.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Applying through a look-alike or unofficial eVisa website
- Entering a nationality that does not match the passport used for travel
- Using a passport with insufficient remaining validity
- Uploading unclear passport or photo files
- Using travel dates that conflict with accommodation, leave or onward travel
Frequently asked questions
Is there an official Ethiopia eVisa website?
Yes. Ethiopia operates an official government eVisa portal at evisa.gov.et.
How much passport validity is required for Ethiopia eVisa?
The official eVisa information page states that the passport should have at least six months remaining from the intended date of entry.
What files are required for an Ethiopia tourist eVisa?
The official portal lists a scanned colour copy of the passport and a colour passport-size photograph among the core requirements. Other information depends on the application.
Is the Ethiopia tourist eVisa multiple entry?
The official portal describes the tourist eVisa as a single-entry electronic visa. Check the current category details before payment.
Can HEBVIZA issue the Ethiopia eVisa?
No. HEBVIZA can prepare and review documentation, but the Ethiopian government issues the visa and makes the decision.
Official verification sources
Last content review: 22 September 2026. Visa, entry, appointment and processing rules can change. Verify the official source again immediately before submission or travel.