Do Djibouti citizens need a visa for Ethiopia?
No visa needed for a tourist visit. Bring a valid passport, onward ticket and proof of funds.
Djibouti passport holders can currently enter 42 destinations visa-free or with a visa on arrival, and 57 more with an online ETA or e-Visa. Ethiopia admits 119 of 198 passports without a full visa (visa-free, on arrival or ETA).
What to bring to Ethiopia
- Passport valid for the whole stay (many countries expect 6 months beyond arrival)
- Return or onward ticket
- Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or host address)
- Proof of sufficient funds (bank card or recent statement)
- Any arrival card or registration the destination asks for
General checklist for this type of entry — not an official list. Requirements vary by purpose and personal circumstances; we confirm the exact list for your case when you apply.
Ethiopia visa cost
There is no visa fee for a visa-free visit, though some countries charge arrival, tourism or departure taxes.
Entering Ethiopia: step by step
- Check your passport validity and blank pages.
- Book a return or onward ticket — airlines may ask for it at check-in.
- Complete any free arrival card or registration before you fly.
- Carry proof of accommodation and funds for the border officer.
Entry tips for Ethiopia
- Apply only on the official portal evisa.gov.et.
- Local currency is Ethiopian birr (ETB) — carry a card that works abroad and some cash for arrival costs.
- Buy travel medical insurance that covers your whole stay.
- An eSIM bought before you fly means data as soon as you land — handy for showing bookings at immigration.
Ethiopia at a glance
| Capital | Addis Ababa |
|---|---|
| Region | Eastern Africa |
| Currency | Ethiopian birr (ETB) |
| Languages | Amharic |
Sources & last verified
| Fact | Source | Checked |
|---|---|---|
| Requirement & allowed stay | Open passport-index dataset (passportindex.org data, 17 Feb 2026) — dataset-derived, not individually verified | 17 Feb 2026 |
| Fees, processing & entry formalities | Ethiopian eVisa — tourist | 23 Oct 2026 |
| Official portal | Ethiopia e-Visa portal | 23 Oct 2026 |
| Independent official overview | UK FCDO — Ethiopia entry requirements | 22 Oct 2026 |
| Embassy | The embassy or consulate of Ethiopia in your country of residence | — |
The visa requirement on this page is derived from the open passport-index dataset (updated 17 Feb 2026) and has not been individually verified by our team. Documents and steps are general guidance. Always verify with the official source before travel.