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title: Ethiopia visa for citizens of the Netherlands
description: "Citizens of the Netherlands 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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lastModified: 2026-09-05
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# Ethiopia visa for citizens of the Netherlands

Citizens of the Netherlands 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 (30 days)
- **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
- **Proof of funds:** Sufficient funds for stay (cash or card)

## How to apply

1. **Arrive at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport** — Proceed to the visa on arrival counter before immigration.
2. **Submit documents and pay fee** — Present passport, photo, completed form, and pay visa fee in USD or EUR.
3. **Receive visa and proceed to immigration** — Visa is stamped in passport; then go through passport control.

## Documents checklist

- **Passport** (Identity): Valid for at least 6 months from arrival
- **Passport-size photo** (Identity): One recent photo
- **Completed visa application form** (Supporting): Provided at airport
- **Return/onward ticket** (Travel): Proof of departure from Ethiopia
- **Hotel booking or invitation letter** (Travel): Proof of accommodation
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial): Cash or bank statement

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** Approx. $50 per day
- Cash
- Bank statement
- Credit card

May be asked to show funds

## Good to know

- Visa on arrival only available at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport.
- Ensure you have exact change in USD or EUR.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient passport validity** — Ensure passport valid for at least 6 months.
- **Lack of onward ticket** — Have a confirmed return or onward ticket.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of the Netherlands need a visa for Ethiopia?

Citizens of the Netherlands can get a visa on arrival in Ethiopia. Visa type: Visa on Arrival · Tourist (30 days).

### How long can citizens of the Netherlands stay in Ethiopia?

Up to 30 days.

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

Government fee: $50.

### What documents do citizens of the Netherlands need for Ethiopia?

Passport; Passport-size photo; Completed visa application form; Return/onward ticket; Hotel booking or invitation letter; Proof of sufficient funds.

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

At least 6 months.

## More

- [Ethiopia visa for every passport](/visa/ethiopia)
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