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title: Ethiopia visa for citizens of the United States
description: "Citizens of the United States 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 the United States

Citizens of the United States can get a visa on arrival in Ethiopia.

*Not yet verified · last checked 2026-08-16. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

> Our latest check could not confirm these details against an official source, or found a conflict. Treat them as a starting point and confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you book.

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Visa on Arrival · Tourist
- **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

## 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 before immigration check.
3. **Submit documents** — Hand over passport, photo, and completed arrival card.
4. **Pay visa fee** — Pay the required fee in cash (USD) or by credit card.
5. **Receive visa sticker** — Visa is affixed to your passport.
6. **Proceed to immigration** — Present passport with visa for entry stamp.

## Documents checklist

- **Passport** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months from date of entry.
- **Passport photo** (Identity): One recent passport-sized photograph.
- **Completed arrival card** (Travel): Provided on the flight or at the visa counter.
- **Proof of onward travel** (Travel): Return or onward ticket required.
- **Visa fee payment** (Financial): Payable in cash (USD) or credit card at the counter.

## Good to know

- Visa on arrival is only available at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport.
- Ensure you have exact change in USD to avoid issues.
- Visa on arrival may not be available for all nationalities; US citizens are eligible.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Passport validity less than 6 months** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond entry date.
- **No onward or return ticket** — Have a confirmed onward or return ticket.
- **Insufficient visa fee payment** — Bring enough USD cash or a working credit card.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of the United States need a visa for Ethiopia?

Citizens of the United States can get a visa on arrival in Ethiopia. Visa type: Visa on Arrival · Tourist.

### How long can citizens of the United States stay in Ethiopia?

Up to 90 days.

### What documents do citizens of the United States need for Ethiopia?

Passport; Passport photo; Completed arrival card; Proof of onward travel; Visa fee payment.

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

At least 6 months.

## More

- [Ethiopia visa for every passport](/visa/ethiopia)
- [Every destination for United States passport holders](/visa/passport/united-states)