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title: Ethiopia visa for citizens of Saudi Arabia
description: "Citizens of Saudi Arabia 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 Saudi Arabia

Citizens of Saudi Arabia 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
- **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:** May be requested at border

## How to apply

1. **Arrive at a designated entry point** — Visa on arrival is available at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport and select land borders.
2. **Locate visa-on-arrival counter** — Proceed to the visa-on-arrival desk before passport control.
3. **Submit passport and photograph** — Hand over your passport and one passport-size photo.
4. **Pay visa fee** — Pay the visa fee (typically $50 USD) in cash.
5. **Receive visa sticker and proceed to immigration** — Once issued, the visa sticker is placed in your passport; then go to passport control.

## Documents checklist

- **Passport** (Identity): Valid for at least 6 months from arrival.
- **Passport-size photograph** (Identity): Usually one photo required.
- **Visa fee (cash in USD)** (Financial): Payable on arrival in USD or local currency.
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel): Proof of exit from Ethiopia required.
- **Hotel reservation or accommodation proof** (Travel, optional): May be requested; not always required.
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial, optional): Immigration may request bank statements or cash.

## Proof of funds

- cash
- bank statement

Sufficient funds may be requested by immigration officer.

## Good to know

- Visa on arrival is typically for tourism; business travel may require pre-arranged visa.
- Ensure your passport has at least 6 months validity.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient passport validity** — Check passport is valid for at least 6 months from arrival date.
- **Lack of onward ticket** — Arrive with a confirmed onward or return ticket.
- **Inadequate funds** — Carry sufficient cash or bank statements to prove financial means.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Saudi Arabia need a visa for Ethiopia?

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

### How long can citizens of Saudi Arabia stay in Ethiopia?

Up to 30 days.

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

Government fee: $50.

### What documents do citizens of Saudi Arabia need for Ethiopia?

Passport; Passport-size photograph; Visa fee (cash in USD); Return or onward ticket; Hotel reservation or accommodation proof; Proof of sufficient funds.

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

At least 6 months.

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