Where a Ethiopia Passport Can Go Visa-Free
An Ethiopian passport gives genuine visa-free access to a handful of Caribbean nations, plus straightforward e-Visa and visa-on-arrival routes to a wide spread of destinations across Asia and the Middle East. Here is exactly what is real and what to prepare before you travel.
Before you book: visa policies change often and can depend on your specific passport, purpose of travel and length of stay. Always confirm on the destination's official source link below — shown next to every entry — before purchasing tickets.
Caribbean
Dominica
Up to 21 days
What you still need before you travel:
- Passport valid for at least 6 months from your date of entry.
- A valid return ticket confirming you'll leave within the 21-day window.
- Proof of sufficient funds for your stay and a local address (a hotel booking is enough).
- Complete Dominica's online Embarkation/Disembarkation (ED) Card at edcard.dominica.gov.dm within 3 days of travel — you'll get a confirmation QR code by email to show alongside your passport on arrival.
Haiti
Up to 3 months
What you still need before you travel:
- Passport valid for at least 6 months.
- Return or onward ticket.
- Pay a US$10 entry fee in cash at the airport — every tourist pays this regardless of nationality.
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
Up to 3 months
What you still need before you travel:
- Passport valid for your entire proposed stay, with at least one completely blank page for the entry stamp.
- No vaccination certificate is required for entry.
- No currency restrictions apply on entry or exit.
Saint Lucia
Up to 6 weeks
What you still need before you travel:
- Passport valid for your full stay.
- Complete the Saint Lucia Electronic Immigration Form at travelslu.govt.lc before boarding — you'll get a QR code by email to show with your passport on arrival.
- Return or onward ticket and proof of accommodation.
- Because granting the visa on arrival is at the discretion of the immigration officer, arranging your visa in advance through a Saint Lucia diplomatic mission removes any uncertainty at the airport.
Granting the visa on arrival is at the immigration officer's discretion — arranging it in advance through a Saint Lucia mission avoids any risk at the airport.
Bahamas
Up to 90 days (single-entry)
What you still need before you travel:
- Apply for the eVisa online at evisa.mofa.gov.bs — the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' form runs to around 39 questions, so have your documents scanned before you start.
- Passport valid for more than 6 months.
- Round-trip ticket and proof of accommodation as required uploads; a medical certificate may also be requested.
- Processing takes 7–10 business days.
Antigua and Barbuda
Up to 1 month
What you still need before you travel:
- Apply for the eVisa online at evisa.immigration.gov.ag — no in-person embassy visit needed.
- Passport valid for at least 6 months.
- Proof of onward or return travel.
- Standard processing takes around 5 working days.
Trinidad and Tobago
Up to 1 month
What you still need before you travel:
- Apply for the eVisa online at evisa.ttservices.online.
- Passport valid for at least 6 months from your arrival date.
- For questions on your application, contact the Immigration Division at [email protected].
Europe
Georgia
Up to 1 month
What you still need before you travel:
- Apply online at evisa.gov.ge — the application asks for around 9 supporting documents, so gather everything before you start; any document not in English must be translated.
- Passport valid for at least 6 months, with no criminal record.
- Travel/health insurance with at least GEL 30,000 cover — mandatory for every visitor since January 2026.
- The visa allows a 1-month stay and must be used to enter Georgia within 120 days of being issued.
Asia
Singapore
Up to 30 days
What you still need before you travel:
- Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your stay.
- Proof of onward or departure travel.
- Submit the free SG Arrival Card with Electronic Health Declaration online within 3 days before you arrive — mandatory for every traveller; ICA never charges for this.
Philippines
Up to 30 days
What you still need before you travel:
- Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your stay.
- Return or onward ticket.
- Register for a free eTravel QR code at etravel.gov.ph within 72 hours of your flight.
Malaysia
Up to 14 days
What you still need before you travel:
- Apply for the Malaysia eVisa online at the official MyVISA portal — 24/7 live chat support is available.
- Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your stay.
- Proof of onward or departure travel.
Hong Kong
Up to Set per approval
What you still need before you travel:
- Apply for the pre-arrival eVisa registration online at immd.gov.hk/eng/evisaonline.html before you travel.
- Passport valid for at least 6 months.
- Once approved, you're issued an "e-Visa" rather than a passport sticker — keep the approval email or printout with you.
Indonesia
Up to 30 days
What you still need before you travel:
- Apply for the e-Visa or pre-pay your Visa on Arrival online at evisa.imigrasi.go.id.
- Passport valid for at least 6 months.
- Return or onward ticket.
Thailand
Up to 15 days
What you still need before you travel:
- Passport valid for at least 6 months.
- Return or onward ticket and proof of accommodation.
- Pay the visa-on-arrival fee in cash (Thai baht) at the airport counter — arrive with the exact currency ready, as queues and card acceptance can be unreliable.
- Only available at designated Thai international airports and border checkpoints, not everywhere.
Maldives
Up to 30 days (free)
What you still need before you travel:
- Passport valid for at least 6 months.
- Return or onward ticket, proof of accommodation and evidence of sufficient funds, roughly $100/day.
- Complete the IMUGA Traveller Declaration online at imuga.immigration.gov.mv within 96 hours before your flight — the visa is free, this declaration is the only paperwork needed.
Timor-Leste
Up to 30 days
What you still need before you travel:
- Passport valid for at least 6 months with at least one completely blank page.
- Return or onward ticket, or proof you can fund your own departure.
- Pay the $30 visa-on-arrival fee in cash in US dollars.
Only available at Dili International Airport or Dili Sea Port.
Bangladesh
Up to 30 days
What you still need before you travel:
- Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your stay.
- Proof of onward or return travel.
- Pay the visa-on-arrival fee ($51 USD or €51) in cash at the airport counter, at international airports and land ports.
- No advance online application exists for this route — go straight to the visa-on-arrival counter when you land.
Sri Lanka
Up to 30 days
What you still need before you travel:
- Apply for the Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) online at eta.gov.lk before you fly.
- Passport valid for at least 6 months.
Vietnam
Up to 90 days
What you still need before you travel:
- Apply online at evisa.gov.vn — enter your personal, passport and travel details, including named entry/exit checkpoints.
- Passport valid for at least 6 months with 2 completely blank pages.
- A digital passport photo (4x6cm, white background) and a scan of your passport data page.
- Fee is $25 single entry or $50 multiple entry; approval by email in 4–5 working days.
Middle East
Jordan
Up to 30 days
What you still need before you travel:
- Apply for the e-Visa online through Jordan's Ministry of Interior e-Services portal — most applications are approved within 3 business days, so apply at least a week ahead.
- If you already hold a valid Schengen or US visa (or legal residence of at least 6 months in an approved country), your application can be processed without prior approval, which speeds things up considerably. Without one of these, expect extra documentation and a longer wait.
- Passport valid for at least 6 months with 2 completely blank pages.
- Round-trip flight ticket, proof of accommodation and bank statements showing sufficient funds.
- This visa doesn't permit work — a separate work permit is required to be legally employed in Jordan.
Iran
Up to 30 days (Mashhad); 14 days (Kish/Qeshm, no visa needed)
What you still need before you travel:
- On Kish Island, Qeshm Island, or other free trade zones, you can enter for up to 14 days with absolutely no visa — just your passport, valid for at least 6 months.
- For the rest of Iran, apply for the eVisa online at evisa.mfa.ir, or arrange a Visa on Arrival specifically at Mashhad airport for a maximum stay of 30 days.
- Email verification is required throughout the eVisa application, and some applicants may be asked for a visa interview.
- The portal can be slow to load at times — that's a known quirk of the system, not proof it's down.
Kish and Qeshm islands are visa-free for up to 14 days — useful if you only need a short stay without the full application process.
Bahrain
Up to 14 days
What you still need before you travel:
- Apply for the eVisa online at the official evisa.gov.bh portal — no other website is authorised to process this on your behalf.
- Passport valid for at least 6 months.
- Return or onward ticket.
Qatar
Up to Set per approval
What you still need before you travel:
- Apply for the Hayya Tourist Visa (A1) online at hayya.qa, or via the Hayya app, before you fly.
- A hotel reservation is required as part of the application, checked against Qatar's approved-hotel list.
- Passport valid for at least 6 months.
Oman
Up to Set per approval
What you still need before you travel:
- Register an account and apply online at evisa.rop.gov.om — upload a digital copy of your passport bio page and a photo.
- Passport valid for at least 6 months, a return ticket, confirmed hotel reservation, health insurance and evidence of sufficient funds.
- Ethiopian applicants are specifically required to submit an original and copy of a medical certificate attested by the Ministry of Health — this applies to work visas and can apply to other categories too, so check before you apply.
- For questions, contact the eVisa support centre at [email protected] or +968 22848200.
Oceania
Micronesia
Up to 30 days
What you still need before you travel:
- Passport valid for at least 120 days beyond your entry date.
- Proof of onward travel and evidence of sufficient funds.
- No visa needed — a local extension of up to 60 additional days can be arranged once you're there.
Palau
Up to 30 days (free)
What you still need before you travel:
- Passport valid for at least 6 months.
- Complete the Palau Entry Form online at palautravel.pw within 72 hours of arrival.
- Round-trip ticket, proof of accommodation and funds of around $200/week.
- Sign the Palau Pledge in person at the port of entry, and pay the $100 environmental fee.
Samoa
Up to Up to 60 days
What you still need before you travel:
- Passport valid for at least 6 months with a completely blank page for the entry permit stamp.
- Confirmed onward or return ticket and evidence of sufficient funds.
- No advance application — the permit is issued on the spot at immigration.
Tuvalu
Up to 1 month
What you still need before you travel:
- Passport valid for at least 6 months.
- Return or onward ticket, proof of accommodation and evidence of sufficient funds.
- Pay the visa-on-arrival fee (around AUD 100) in cash — more than 30 nationalities are exempt, so ask whether Ethiopia qualifies.
- No online visa system exists — everything is arranged in person with the Office of the Chief Immigration Officer in Vaiaku, Funafuti (+688 20-101 / 20-100).
No online visa system — arranged in person on arrival in Funafuti.
Visa-free is for visiting, not working
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers on whether a Ethiopia passport needs a visa for each destination above.
Is Dominica visa-free for Ethiopian passport holders?
Yes — Ethiopian passport holders can enter Dominica visa-free for up to 21 days, with no visa application needed before travel. Passport valid for at least 6 months from your date of entry.
Is Haiti visa-free for Ethiopian passport holders?
Yes — Ethiopian passport holders can enter Haiti visa-free for up to 3 months, with no visa application needed before travel. Passport valid for at least 6 months.
Is Saint Vincent and the Grenadines visa-free for Ethiopian passport holders?
Yes — Ethiopian passport holders can enter Saint Vincent and the Grenadines visa-free for up to 3 months, with no visa application needed before travel. Passport valid for your entire proposed stay, with at least one completely blank page for the entry stamp.
Is Saint Lucia visa-free for Ethiopian passport holders?
Not visa-free, but close: Ethiopian passport holders can get a visa on arrival in Saint Lucia for up to 6 weeks, without applying in advance. Passport valid for your full stay.
Is Bahamas visa-free for Ethiopian passport holders?
Ethiopian passport holders need an e-Visa for Bahamas, applied for entirely online before departure — no embassy visit required for up to 90 days (single-entry). Apply for the eVisa online at evisa.mofa.gov.bs — the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' form runs to around 39 questions, so have your documents scanned before you start.
Is Antigua and Barbuda visa-free for Ethiopian passport holders?
Ethiopian passport holders need an e-Visa for Antigua and Barbuda, applied for entirely online before departure — no embassy visit required for up to 1 month. Apply for the eVisa online at evisa.immigration.gov.ag — no in-person embassy visit needed.
Is Trinidad and Tobago visa-free for Ethiopian passport holders?
Ethiopian passport holders need an e-Visa for Trinidad and Tobago, applied for entirely online before departure — no embassy visit required for up to 1 month. Apply for the eVisa online at evisa.ttservices.online.
Is Georgia visa-free for Ethiopian passport holders?
Ethiopian passport holders need an e-Visa for Georgia, applied for entirely online before departure — no embassy visit required for up to 1 month. Apply online at evisa.gov.ge — the application asks for around 9 supporting documents, so gather everything before you start; any document not in English must be translated.
Is Jordan visa-free for Ethiopian passport holders?
Ethiopian passport holders need an e-Visa for Jordan, applied for entirely online before departure — no embassy visit required for up to 30 days. Apply for the e-Visa online through Jordan's Ministry of Interior e-Services portal — most applications are approved within 3 business days, so apply at least a week ahead.
Is Iran visa-free for Ethiopian passport holders?
Ethiopian passport holders need an e-Visa for Iran, applied for entirely online before departure — no embassy visit required for up to 30 days (Mashhad); 14 days (Kish/Qeshm, no visa needed). On Kish Island, Qeshm Island, or other free trade zones, you can enter for up to 14 days with absolutely no visa — just your passport, valid for at least 6 months.
Is Bahrain visa-free for Ethiopian passport holders?
Ethiopian passport holders need an e-Visa for Bahrain, applied for entirely online before departure — no embassy visit required for up to 14 days. Apply for the eVisa online at the official evisa.gov.bh portal — no other website is authorised to process this on your behalf.
Is Qatar visa-free for Ethiopian passport holders?
Ethiopian passport holders need an e-Visa for Qatar, applied for entirely online before departure — no embassy visit required for up to Set per approval. Apply for the Hayya Tourist Visa (A1) online at hayya.qa, or via the Hayya app, before you fly.
Is Oman visa-free for Ethiopian passport holders?
Ethiopian passport holders need an e-Visa for Oman, applied for entirely online before departure — no embassy visit required for up to Set per approval. Register an account and apply online at evisa.rop.gov.om — upload a digital copy of your passport bio page and a photo.
Is Singapore visa-free for Ethiopian passport holders?
Yes — Ethiopian passport holders can enter Singapore visa-free for up to 30 days, with no visa application needed before travel. Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your stay.
Is Philippines visa-free for Ethiopian passport holders?
Yes — Ethiopian passport holders can enter Philippines visa-free for up to 30 days, with no visa application needed before travel. Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your stay.
Is Malaysia visa-free for Ethiopian passport holders?
Ethiopian passport holders need an e-Visa for Malaysia, applied for entirely online before departure — no embassy visit required for up to 14 days. Apply for the Malaysia eVisa online at the official MyVISA portal — 24/7 live chat support is available.
Is Hong Kong visa-free for Ethiopian passport holders?
Ethiopian passport holders need an e-Visa for Hong Kong, applied for entirely online before departure — no embassy visit required for up to Set per approval. Apply for the pre-arrival eVisa registration online at immd.gov.hk/eng/evisaonline.html before you travel.
Is Indonesia visa-free for Ethiopian passport holders?
Ethiopian passport holders need an e-Visa for Indonesia, applied for entirely online before departure — no embassy visit required for up to 30 days. Apply for the e-Visa or pre-pay your Visa on Arrival online at evisa.imigrasi.go.id.
Is Thailand visa-free for Ethiopian passport holders?
Not visa-free, but close: Ethiopian passport holders can get a visa on arrival in Thailand for up to 15 days, without applying in advance. Passport valid for at least 6 months.
Is Maldives visa-free for Ethiopian passport holders?
Not visa-free, but close: Ethiopian passport holders can get a visa on arrival in Maldives for up to 30 days (free), without applying in advance. Passport valid for at least 6 months.
Is Timor-Leste visa-free for Ethiopian passport holders?
Not visa-free, but close: Ethiopian passport holders can get a visa on arrival in Timor-Leste for up to 30 days, without applying in advance. Passport valid for at least 6 months with at least one completely blank page.
Is Bangladesh visa-free for Ethiopian passport holders?
Not visa-free, but close: Ethiopian passport holders can get a visa on arrival in Bangladesh for up to 30 days, without applying in advance. Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your stay.
Is Sri Lanka visa-free for Ethiopian passport holders?
No traditional visa is required, but Ethiopian passport holders must apply for an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) online before flying to Sri Lanka for up to 30 days. Apply for the Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) online at eta.gov.lk before you fly.
Is Vietnam visa-free for Ethiopian passport holders?
Ethiopian passport holders need an e-Visa for Vietnam, applied for entirely online before departure — no embassy visit required for up to 90 days. Apply online at evisa.gov.vn — enter your personal, passport and travel details, including named entry/exit checkpoints.
Is Micronesia visa-free for Ethiopian passport holders?
Yes — Ethiopian passport holders can enter Micronesia visa-free for up to 30 days, with no visa application needed before travel. Passport valid for at least 120 days beyond your entry date.
Is Palau visa-free for Ethiopian passport holders?
Not visa-free, but close: Ethiopian passport holders can get a visa on arrival in Palau for up to 30 days (free), without applying in advance. Passport valid for at least 6 months.
Is Samoa visa-free for Ethiopian passport holders?
Not visa-free, but close: Ethiopian passport holders can get a visa on arrival in Samoa for up to Up to 60 days, without applying in advance. Passport valid for at least 6 months with a completely blank page for the entry permit stamp.
Is Tuvalu visa-free for Ethiopian passport holders?
Not visa-free, but close: Ethiopian passport holders can get a visa on arrival in Tuvalu for up to 1 month, without applying in advance. Passport valid for at least 6 months.