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title: Ethiopia visa for citizens of Seychelles
description: "Citizens of Seychelles can get a visa on arrival in Ethiopia. Stay up to 90 days. Processing: On arrival. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Ethiopia visa for citizens of Seychelles

Citizens of Seychelles 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 90 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** On arrival
- **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 required

## How to apply

1. **Arrive at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport** — Visa on arrival is only available at this airport
2. **Proceed to visa on arrival counter** — Located in the arrival hall before immigration
3. **Fill out the visa on arrival application form** — Form and photos may be required
4. **Submit passport and supporting documents** — Include photo, flight ticket, accommodation proof
5. **Pay the visa fee** — Cash only, in USD or EUR
6. **Receive visa and proceed to immigration** — Visa is stamped into passport

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months from arrival
- **Completed visa on arrival application form** (Identity): Provided at the airport upon arrival
- **Passport photo** (Identity): One recent passport-sized photograph
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel): Proof of departure from Ethiopia
- **Hotel booking or proof of accommodation** (Travel): Confirmed booking for entire stay
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial): Bank statement or cash for duration of stay
- **Visa fee payment** (Financial): Paid in cash (USD or EUR) at the airport

## Proof of funds

- Bank statement
- Cash

Must show evidence of sufficient funds for the stay

## Good to know

- Visa on arrival only available at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport; other entry points do not offer this facility.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient passport validity (less than 6 months)** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond arrival date
- **Lack of return/onward ticket** — Book a confirmed onward flight before travel
- **Insufficient funds or no proof of accommodation** — Carry sufficient cash and have hotel booking details ready

## FAQs

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

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

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

Up to 90 days.

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

Valid passport; Completed visa on arrival application form; Passport photo; Return or onward ticket; Hotel booking or proof of accommodation; Proof of sufficient funds; and 1 more.

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

At least 6 months.

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