Ethiopia
General visa requirements for travelling to Ethiopia. These policies apply to all nationalities unless a country-specific policy exists.
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Diplomatic visa (Diplomatic/Service Visa)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Fee
- Free
- Entry
- Multiple entry
Holders of diplomatic or service passports from any country except Pakistan and Somalia can enter visa-free for up to 3 months. Ethiopian embassies and consulates currently only process Diplomatic and Service Visas through embassy applications.
Eligibility
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Nationality
Diplomatic or service passport holders from all countries except Pakistan and Somalia
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Employment
Government officials on official business or diplomatic missions
Required status: Diplomat, government official on official duty
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6
How to apply
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Document gathering
Ensure diplomatic or service passport is valid for at least 6 months
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Document submission
For visa-exempt travelers, present diplomatic/service passport at port of entry. For others, apply at Ethiopian embassy