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Ethiopia visa for citizens of Israel

Visa on arrivalVisa on arrival

Citizens of Israel 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
How to apply	Get your visa at the border
Maximum stay	Up to 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
Proof of funds	At least $200 per day of stay

How to apply

1
Arrive at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
You can only obtain the visa on arrival at this specific airport.
2
Proceed to visa on arrival counter
Follow signs to the designated visa counter before passport control.
3
Submit your documents
Present your passport, photograph, proof of onward ticket and accommodation, and proof of funds.
4
Pay the visa fee
Pay $50 (or equivalent in Ethiopian Birr) in cash, typically in US dollars or local currency.
5
Receive visa and proceed to immigration
Once issued, you may proceed to passport control for entry.

Documents checklist

Identity

Valid passport
Must have at least 6 months validity from date of entry and contain at least one blank visa page.
Passport-size photograph
Two recent color photographs, white background, 2x2 inches.

Travel

Proof of onward/return ticket
Confirmed flight reservation showing exit from Ethiopia.
Proof of accommodation
Hotel booking or invitation letter from host.

Financial

Proof of sufficient funds
Bank statement or cash to show at least $200 per day.

Health

Yellow fever vaccination certificate
Required if arriving from a country with risk of yellow fever transmission.

Supporting

Visa application form (if any)
Optional
May be obtained and completed at the airport.

Proof of funds

Minimum balance: 200 USD per day

bank statement
cash on hand

Officers may ask to see proof of funds upon arrival.

Good to know

Visa on arrival is ONLY available at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport; not at land borders or other airports.
You must have a valid onward/return ticket before boarding or at arrival.
Cash payment preferred; check if credit cards are accepted.
e-Visa holders must also arrive via Addis Ababa Bole.

Common refusal reasons

Insufficient passport validity or blank pages

Ensure passport has at least 6 months validity and one blank visa page.

No onward/return ticket

Purchase a confirmed flight out of Ethiopia before traveling.

Lack of proof of funds

Carry at least $200 per day of stay in cash or recent bank statement.

Arriving at a point other than Addis Ababa Bole International Airport

Only use this airport for the visa on arrival option.

FAQ

Do citizens of Israel need a visa for Ethiopia?

Citizens of Israel can get a visa on arrival in Ethiopia. Visa type: Visa on arrival.

How long can citizens of Israel stay in Ethiopia?

Up to 30 days.

How much does the Ethiopia visa cost for citizens of Israel?

Government fee: $50.

What documents do citizens of Israel need for Ethiopia?

Valid passport; Passport-size photograph; Proof of onward/return ticket; Proof of accommodation; Proof of sufficient funds; Yellow fever vaccination certificate; and 1 more depending on your situation.

How long must my passport be valid for Ethiopia?

At least 6 months.

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