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title: Ethiopia visa for citizens of Botswana
description: "Citizens of Botswana can get a visa on arrival in Ethiopia. Stay up to 30 days. Fee: $50. Processing: On arrival. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Ethiopia visa for citizens of Botswana

Citizens of Botswana can get a visa on arrival in Ethiopia.

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

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Visa on arrival · Tourist
- **How to apply:** Get your visa at the border
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Visa validity:** 30 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** On arrival
- **Government fee:** $50
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required

## How to apply

1. **Arrive at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport** — Proceed to the visa on arrival counter after landing.
2. **Submit application documents** — Provide passport, photograph, and onward ticket to the immigration officer.
3. **Pay visa fee** — Pay the visa fee in USD cash (approximately $50).
4. **Receive visa and enter** — The officer will affix the visa; you may then proceed through immigration.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport** (Identity): Must have at least 6 months validity from date of entry.
- **Passport-sized photograph** (Identity): One recent photo for visa issuance.
- **Onward/return ticket** (Travel): Confirmed flight booking showing departure from Ethiopia.
- **Visa fee (cash USD)** (Financial): Payable in US dollars at the airport visa counter.

## Good to know

- Visa on arrival is only available at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, not at other entry points.
- e-Visa holders must also arrive only via Addis Ababa Bole International Airport.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient passport validity** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond entry date.
- **No onward/return ticket** — Have a confirmed onward or return flight booking before arriving.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Botswana need a visa for Ethiopia?

Citizens of Botswana can get a visa on arrival in Ethiopia. Visa type: Visa on arrival · Tourist.

### How long can citizens of Botswana stay in Ethiopia?

Up to 30 days.

### How much does the Ethiopia visa cost for citizens of Botswana?

Government fee: $50.

### What documents do citizens of Botswana need for Ethiopia?

Valid passport; Passport-sized photograph; Onward/return ticket; Visa fee (cash USD).

### How long must my passport be valid for Ethiopia?

At least 6 months.

## More

- [Ethiopia visa for every passport](/visa/ethiopia)
- [Every destination for Botswana passport holders](/visa/passport/botswana)