Many tourist destinations, whatever the continent, require a visa if you hope to gain access. Issued by the competent authorities of the country you wish to visit, a visa is a document (generally subject to a fee) certifying that you are authorized to travel to a foreign country for a specified period, rarely exceeding 90 days. Depending on the country you wish to visit, you may need to apply for a visa, except in European Union countries, where no visa is required if you are a French national. However, if you wish to travel to Ethiopia, you will be required to apply for a visa before your departure, either by sending the application form by post to the Ethiopian Embassy in Paris, or by applying for a visa for Ethiopia online. If the latter option appeals to you because of the convenience it offers, Visamundi can help you apply for a visa to Ethiopia by enabling you to fill in an electronic visa application form.
Who needs to apply for a visa to Ethiopia?
All visitors to Ethiopia are required to apply for a visa, with the exception of nationals of neighboring Djibouti and Kenya. Nationals of African Union states can benefit from a visa procedure, provided they have made their request in advance via an authorized platform. Nationals of other countries, notably those of the European Union, can also benefit from this visa procedure by completing the same procedure. Visitors in transit through Bole International airport are exempt from the visa requirement, but can apply for a transit visa at the Immigration Department office if they wish to leave the airport while awaiting their next flight.
If you are a French national, you can also benefit from the visa procedure offered by Ethiopian consular services.
You will need a passport valid for up to 6 months from the date of entry into Ethiopia. The online visa application for Ethiopia is valid only for entry into Ethiopia from Bole International airport. Finally, the validity of the e-visa begins on arrival in Ethiopia, not from the date of issue.
How do I apply for a visa for Ethiopia?
You can apply for a visa for Ethiopia either at the Ethiopian Embassy in France, or directly online via the official government website or Visamundi. To apply for a visa at theEmbassy of Ethiopia, you need to complete an application form (in duplicate) in block capitals and sign it. If you wish to submit your visa application to the Embassy by post, your letter must include a tracking number issued by the postal service, and be accompanied by a completed and stamped return envelope for delivery of the required visa.
For less burdensome procedures, since June 2018 you've been able to submit your visa application for Ethiopia electronically. Once your online visa application has been made on an authorized platform, the General Immigration Department of Ethiopia will issue you a visa for a single entry, valid for 30 days or 90 days from the date of entry into Ethiopia. If you wish to obtain a visa to enter Ethiopia several times over a limited period, you will need to apply directly to the Ethiopian Embassy.
Apply for an electronic visa for Ethiopia on Visamundi
Visamundi offers you a customized support solution to help you apply for your Ethiopia visa online without any hassle. Clear and complete, our e-visa application form will make it considerably easier for you to obtain your e-visa for Ethiopia quickly. Using the tool we offer to fill in your online visa application form, you can first indicate the reason for your trip, whether it's a tourist or business trip in particular. This information, specified on the visa, will be taken into account by the competent authorities in Ethiopia. Then choose the type of e-visa you require, whether it's a 30-day or 90-day visa, bearing in mind that consular fees will be slightly higher for a 90-day visa. You'll also need to specify your date of arrival and departure to ensure that your visa application for Ethiopia is in order.
You will also be able to indicate on our visa application form the number of travelers to Ethiopia who need to be listed on the e-visa. You will be asked to provide your contact details (e-mail, cell phone, postal address) for invoicing purposes. The Visamundi price includes the cost of the e-visa itself and our management service. Whatever the length of your stay in Ethiopia, whether you opt for a 30-day tourist visa or a 90-day tourist visa, you will need to provide a passport and passport photo to complete your file and finalize your visa application for Ethiopia. Once we have received your visa application, it will take 3 days for you to receive your electronic visa in the form of an e-mail from us. In accordance with our privacy policy, we are committed to protecting your personal data throughout the visa application process. This ensures that you benefit from a reliable and secure service, freeing you from the administrative burden of travel.
