North Korea passport → Ethiopia

Ethiopia visa for citizens of North Korea

Visa on arrival

Citizens of North Korea 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
Processing time	On arrival
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 passport control.
2
Submit required documents
Present passport, photograph, return ticket, and hotel reservation.
3
Pay visa fee
Pay the visa fee in cash (USD or Ethiopian Birr accepted; credit cards not accepted for eVisa but may be accepted for VOA—confirm at counter).
4
Receive visa and enter Ethiopia
Visa is stamped in passport; proceed to immigration for entry.

Documents checklist

Identity

Passport (valid for at least 6 months from date of entry)
Must have at least one blank page.
Passport-size photograph (2x2 inches)
White background, recent.

Travel

Return or onward ticket
Printed or electronic copy.
Hotel reservation or proof of accommodation
Must cover entire stay.

Financial

Sufficient funds for stay (cash or traveler's cheques)
Optional
May be requested at arrival.

Good to know

Credit card payment transactions are not accepted when applying for e-Visa—this may also apply to VOA; carry sufficient cash.

Common refusal reasons

Insufficient passport validity (less than 6 months)

Ensure passport has at least 6 months remaining validity at time of entry.

Missing or invalid return/onward ticket

Book and carry a confirmed return or onward ticket.

Lack of sufficient funds

Carry enough cash to cover expenses for the intended stay.

FAQ

Do citizens of North Korea need a visa for Ethiopia?

Citizens of North Korea can get a visa on arrival in Ethiopia.

What documents do citizens of North Korea need for Ethiopia?

Passport (valid for at least 6 months from date of entry); Passport-size photograph (2x2 inches); Return or onward ticket; Hotel reservation or proof of accommodation; Sufficient funds for stay (cash or traveler's cheques).

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