Ethiopia Visa for Indians
Tourist visa for Indian travellers
- Tourist visa
- Africa
Processing
On request
Service fee
On request
On enquiry
How it works
A simple path from enquiry to decision.
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Step 1
Share trip dates and passport details
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Step 2
We prepare forms and document checks
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Step 3
File, track, and update you until decision
Documents checklist
Open a category to see exactly what you need.
Passport0 items
Original Passport with validity of minimum six months and minimum two blank pages for visa stamp. Attach all your old passports (if any)
Ethiopia Visa Application Form0 items
One visa application forms duly filled and signed.
Photo Specification0 items
One recent passport size photographs with matt or semi matt finish, 60%-80% face coverage, white background and without border (Size: 35mm x 45mm) Please note: Photograph should not be more than 3 months old,scanned/stapled and should not be used in any of the previous visas
Covering Letter0 items
Covering Letter on the company’s letter head stating applicant’s name, designation, passport number, specific purpose and duration of visit. The letter should be duly signed by the authorize signatory mentioning his name & designation along with the company seal and should be addressed to: The Visa Officer, Embassy of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, New Delhi.
Invitation Letter0 items
Invitation Letter from Ethiopian host / inviting Company on its letter head stating applicant’s name, designation, passport number, specific purpose and duration of visit. The letter should be duly signed by the authorize signatory mentioning his name & designation along with the company seal and should be faxed directly to the Embassy and a copy of the same has to be attached with the application form.
Airline Reservation0 items
Return air ticket.
Medical0 items
a) Original YFC (Yellow Fever Certificate) has to be submitted along with the visa application & applicant has to carry the same at the time of travel. b) Applicant should have completed a full course of vaccination against Polio, preferably with Oral Polio Vaccine (OPV), and should receive an additional dose of OPV at least six weeks before each international journey. The Validity of a full course of vaccination will be one year.
Please Note0 items
a) Copy of Company registration certificate should be faxed directly to the embassy & one copy to us. b) For first time traveler, recommendation from Indian Chamber of Commerce is also required.
Important Instruction0 items
Applicants seeking Business Visa ( Short Meeting, Conference, Installation of Machineries, NGOs, International organizations’ official business, Government Work, teaching assignment, employment, exhibitions etc) to Ethiopia has to apply for aforesaid visa category post immigration approval has been arranged by the Invitee (Counterpart in Ethiopia). Invitee will approach the immigration office in Ethiopia with invitation letter to seek approval for Business Visa. Immigration Office will issue permission for issuance of type & duration of Business Visa and forward it to Ethiopian Embassy in New Delhi. Post receiving the approval from immigration office, the consular section will issue necessary visa as per the instructions. Please Note: Copy of the Immigration Approval has to be submitted along with the application form.
Quick answers
Do Indian citizens need a visa for Ethiopia?
Yes. Indian passport holders need a visa for Ethiopia. We handle the full application from our Bangalore desk, including document checks before submission.
How much does a Ethiopia visa cost for Indians?
Our service fee for Ethiopia starts at ₹ 3,640. This is our processing charge and does not include the embassy or consular fee, which is paid separately and varies by visa category.
How long does a Ethiopia visa take to process?
Processing time for Ethiopia depends on the consulate and season. We confirm the current turnaround when your documents are reviewed.
What documents are required for a Ethiopia visa?
There are 9 document groups for Ethiopia, covering your passport, photographs, application forms, financial proof and travel bookings. The full checklist with exact specifications is listed on this page.
What passport validity do I need for Ethiopia?
Your passport should be valid for at least six months beyond your intended date of return and have a minimum of two blank pages. Handwritten passports and passports with observations are generally not accepted.
When should I apply for my Ethiopia visa?
Apply 4–6 weeks before departure. Peak season demand at consulates can extend timelines well beyond the normal window.
Can I apply for the Ethiopia visa online through Trawel.in?
Yes. Scan your passport on this page and we auto-fill your application from the machine-readable zone, then a visa expert verifies every field before submission. You can complete the whole process over WhatsApp.
What happens if my Ethiopia visa is rejected?
Consular decisions are made solely by the embassy and no agent can guarantee approval. We reduce avoidable rejections by checking documents against the current checklist before submission, and we will advise on reapplying if a refusal occurs.
Handled by Trawel
- Document checklist reviewed before filing
- Bangalore desk handles forms and follow-ups
- Clear fee upfront. No surprise add-ons at submit
Local currency reference: Ethiopian birr
Fee on request
Ethiopia · On request
Expert-assisted
