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Central African Republic citizens require a visa for Ethiopia, which can be obtained via the official e-visa portal or on arrival at Bole International Airport.

Last verified: 2026-02-10

At a glance

Max stay 30 days
Passport validity Passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the intended period of stay.
Entry type eVisa
Onward ticket Proof of onward travel (departure) from Ethiopia required.

Entry requirements

  • The Ethiopia e-visa is the most efficient method for tourism and is typically valid for 30 days.
  • Visa on Arrival (VoA) is also available at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport for many nationalities, including CAR.
  • The application requires a passport photograph and a scanned bio-page of the passport.

Stay

E-visas are typically valid for 30 days. VoA may allow for stays up to 90 days depending on the entry officer.

Passport

Passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the intended period of stay.

Health — Yellow fever

A Yellow Fever vaccination certificate is mandatory for entry into Ethiopia.

Ensure the e-visa is printed before departure; airline staff will check for it during check-in.

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This tool is for guidance only and may be incomplete or out of date. Always confirm with official government sources and your airline before you travel.