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title: Ethiopia visa for citizens of Rwanda
description: "Citizens of Rwanda 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 Rwanda

Citizens of Rwanda 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
- **Processing time:** On arrival
- **Government fee:** $50
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required

## How to apply

1. **Arrive at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport** — You can only obtain a visa on arrival at this specific airport.
2. **Proceed to the visa on arrival counter** — Look for the visa on arrival desk before passport control.
3. **Fill out the visa application form** — Complete the form provided at the counter with your personal details.
4. **Submit passport and photograph** — Hand over your passport and one passport-sized photograph.
5. **Pay the visa fee** — Pay USD 50 in cash (exact change ideally).
6. **Wait for visa processing** — Processing is usually quick, a few minutes.
7. **Collect passport with visa sticker** — Once ready, you receive your passport with the visa affixed.
8. **Proceed to passport control** — Go through immigration with your passport and visa.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport** (Identity): Must have at least 6 months validity from date of entry.
- **Passport-sized photograph** (Identity): One recent photo, passport size.
- **Completed visa application form** (Supporting): Filled out at the visa on arrival counter.
- **Proof of onward/return ticket** (Travel): Confirmed flight booking showing departure from Ethiopia.
- **Visa fee payment (cash)** (Financial): Fee is USD 50, cash only, exact change preferred.
- **Hotel booking confirmation** (Travel, optional): May be requested to show accommodation in Ethiopia.
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial, optional): Bank statement or cash may be requested, but not strictly required.

## Proof of funds

- Bank statement
- Cash

Proof of funds is rarely requested but may be asked.

## Good to know

- Visa on arrival is only available at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport.
- Have exact USD 50 in cash to avoid delays.
- Your passport must have at least 6 months remaining validity.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient passport validity (<6 months)** — Ensure your passport is valid for at least 6 months from entry date.
- **Lack of onward/return ticket** — Have a confirmed flight booking departing Ethiopia.
- **Inadequate funds** — Carry enough cash or have a bank statement showing sufficient balance.

## FAQs

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

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

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

Up to 30 days.

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

Government fee: $50.

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

Valid passport; Passport-sized photograph; Completed visa application form; Proof of onward/return ticket; Visa fee payment (cash); Hotel booking confirmation; and 1 more depending on your situation.

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

At least 6 months.

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