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title: Ethiopia visa for citizens of South Sudan
description: "Citizens of South Sudan can get a visa on arrival in Ethiopia. Stay up to 30 days. Fee: $52. Processing: On arrival. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Ethiopia visa for citizens of South Sudan

Citizens of South Sudan 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:** $52
- **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 after disembarkation.
2. **Obtain and fill out visa application form** — Complete the form with personal and travel details.
3. **Submit form and required documents** — Hand over passport, photo, onward ticket, and accommodation proof.
4. **Pay visa fee in cash** — Pay the fee in USD or equivalent local currency (credit cards not accepted).
5. **Receive visa sticker and proceed to immigration** — The visa is affixed to your passport; then proceed to passport control.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport (min 6 months validity)** (Identity): Must have at least two blank pages.
- **Completed visa on arrival application form** (Supporting): Obtain at the airport upon arrival.
- **Passport-sized photograph** (Identity): Recent, white background.
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel): Confirmed flight booking out of Ethiopia.
- **Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation letter)** (Travel): Hotel reservation or host confirmation.
- **Cash payment for visa fee (USD or equivalent)** (Financial): Credit cards not accepted at airport.

## Good to know

- Credit card payment transactions are not accepted when applying for visa on arrival.
- Visa on arrival is obtainable only at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport.
- eVisa holders must also arrive via Addis Ababa Bole International Airport.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient passport validity (less than 6 months).** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months from the date of arrival.
- **No onward ticket or proof of accommodation.** — Carry confirmed flight booking and hotel reservation or invitation letter.
- **Inadequate funds to cover stay.** — Bring sufficient cash (USD) for the visa fee and estimated expenses.
- **Previous immigration violation or overstay in Ethiopia.** — Comply with all immigration rules and depart before visa expiry.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of South Sudan need a visa for Ethiopia?

Citizens of South Sudan can get a visa on arrival in Ethiopia. Visa type: Visa on Arrival – Tourist (30 days).

### How long can citizens of South Sudan stay in Ethiopia?

Up to 30 days.

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

Government fee: $52.

### What documents do citizens of South Sudan need for Ethiopia?

Valid passport (min 6 months validity); Completed visa on arrival application form; Passport-sized photograph; Return or onward ticket; Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation letter); Cash payment for visa fee (USD or equivalent).

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

At least 6 months.

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