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Ethiopia Somali passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival in Ethiopia for tourism, or apply online for an eVisa in advance for faster processing.
Last verified: 2026-03-11
At a glance
Entry requirements
- Ethiopia offers visa on arrival for Somali citizens at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport and other designated ports of entry.
- Alternatively, apply online for an Ethiopia eVisa (evisa.gov.et) before travel; processing typically takes 3–5 business days.
- Tourist visa (single entry) valid for up to 90 days from issue; maximum stay is typically 30 or 90 days depending on visa type.
- Carry a valid passport (6+ months), return/onward ticket, and proof of accommodation; yellow fever certificate required if arriving from endemic area.
Stay
Single-entry tourist visa allows up to 30 or 90 days; check visa type at issuance.
Passport
Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from date of entry.
Health — Yellow fever
Yellow fever vaccination certificate required if arriving from a yellow fever endemic country.
Visa on arrival may involve queueing; pre-arrival eVisa is recommended for smoother entry. Confirm current fees and processing with Ethiopia Immigration.
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Sources
- Ethiopia eVisa — Tourist Visa (Online)
- UK Government travel advice — Ethiopia entry requirements
- Somalia AIC — Visa on Arrival (Ethiopia listed among exempt nationalities)
Important
This tool is for guidance only and may be incomplete or out of date.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.