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title: El Salvador visa for citizens of Ethiopia
description: "Citizens of Ethiopia need pre-approval online, then collect a visa on arrival in El Salvador. Stay up to 180 days. Processing: On arrival. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# El Salvador visa for citizens of Ethiopia

Citizens of Ethiopia need pre-approval online, then collect a visa on arrival in El Salvador.

*Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

Official application site: https://apps.migracion.gob.sv/Visas/

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Pre-approval + VOA · eVisa · Tourist (up to 6 months)
- **How to apply:** Approve online, collect at arrival
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 180 days
- **Visa validity:** 180 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** On arrival
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required

## How to apply

1. **Gather required documents** — Collect passport copy, flight reservation, accommodation proof, and complete the online form.
2. **Check passport validity** — Ensure your Ethiopian passport has at least 6 months validity beyond your intended stay in El Salvador.
3. **Create account and fill online application** — Log into the official eVisa portal, choose the correct visa type, and fill in personal and travel details.
4. **Upload documents** — Submit clear scans of all required documents through the portal.
5. **Pay visa fee online** — Use a credit or debit card to pay the non-refundable visa fee.
6. **Wait for processing** — The immigration officer reviews your application; processing typically takes a few days.
7. **Receive eVisa via email** — If approved, you will receive the eVisa by email. Download and print a copy to carry during travel.

## Documents checklist

- **Visa Application Form (online)** (Identity): Complete the online application accurately and legibly.
- **Passport Copy** (Identity): Clear scan of your passport biodata page; passport must be valid for 6 months beyond visa expiry.
- **Round-trip Flight Reservation** (Travel): Confirmed booking showing departure and return flights.
- **Accommodation Proof** (Travel): Hotel reservation or similar for the entire stay, including check-in/out dates and address.

## Good to know

- The visa fee is non-refundable; double-check all information before submitting.
- Overstaying the eVisa may result in fines, penalties, or a future ban from entering El Salvador.
- This eVisa is only for tourism or visiting friends/family; work is not permitted.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete or inaccurate application form** — Fill out all fields carefully and verify for errors before submission.
- **Passport validity less than 6 months beyond visa expiry** — Renew your passport before applying if it does not meet the validity requirement.
- **Criminal record or inadmissibility** — Check eligibility and disclose any relevant history honestly.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Ethiopia need a visa for El Salvador?

Citizens of Ethiopia need pre-approval online, then collect a visa on arrival in El Salvador. Visa type: eVisa · Tourist (up to 6 months).

### How long can citizens of Ethiopia stay in El Salvador?

Up to 180 days.

### What documents do citizens of Ethiopia need for El Salvador?

Visa Application Form (online); Passport Copy; Round-trip Flight Reservation; Accommodation Proof.

### How long must my passport be valid for El Salvador?

At least 6 months.

### Where do I apply?

On the official site: https://apps.migracion.gob.sv/Visas/

## Sources

- [Sistema de Emisión de Visas, República de El Salvador.-](https://apps.migracion.gob.sv/Visas/)
- [Ministerio de Relaciones Exteriores de El Salvador](https://rree.gob.sv/visas/)
- El Salvador Visa for Ethiopian citizens 2026 - Visa List (visalist.io, third-party site)

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