How Long Can I Stay in Ethiopia?
Complete guide for UK passport holders. Last verified 2026-02-04.
Maximum Stay
30-day single entry tourist visa
At a Glance
Duration
30-day single entry tourist visa
per visit
Visa Type
e-Visa
Entry Requirements
- Passport valid 6 months after arrival
- Machine-readable passport
- Apply online for tourist/business visa before arrival recommended
- Scanned colour passport copy and colour passport photo required
Important Things to Know
Cannot work (including voluntary) on tourist visa - heavy fines or imprisonment
Overstay penalty: $30 USD per day - cannot leave until paid in full
Travellers from some countries must complete Ethiopian Ministry of Health mpox survey before arrival
Can carry up to 3,000 birr in/out (10,000 if going to Djibouti) - excess can be seized with prison sentence
Must declare cash over $10,000 USD in/out ($4,000 for residents)
Khat legal in Ethiopia but illegal to export - prosecution likely if found
Need export certificate for antiques or confiscation/arrest
Ivory illegal - confiscation and fines up to 25,000 birr
Satellite phones, binoculars, drones require prior approval or confiscation
Can I Extend My Stay?
Apply in person at Immigration and Citizenship Service Head Office in Addis Ababa for 30 or 90 day extension before visa expires
Additional Information
E-visa recommended, 30-day single entry. Cannot work on tourist visa. Strict overstay penalties and customs rules.
Official Sources
UK Government Foreign Travel Advice
https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/ethiopia/entry-requirementsLast verified: 2026-02-04
Always verify current requirements with official government sources before traveling, as visa policies can change.
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