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Ugandan
أوغندي
Ethiopia
إثيوبيا
✓ Visa-free entry — No application needed. Bilateral — visa-free
Ugandan passport holders can enter Ethiopia visa-free under a bilateral agreement. You may stay for up to 30 days without applying in advance. Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months with 1 blank page(s). Bilateral — visa-free
Free
Fee (USD)
30d
Max stay
6mo
Passport validity
Single
Entry type
Comparison
Your case (Ugandan)
$0
Visa-free · 30 days
Standard eVisa
$82
Single · 30 days
Step-by-step guide
1
Check passport validity
Must be valid for 6+ months from entry with 1 blank page(s)
2
Book flights
Book round-trip flights to Ethiopia. Return ticket may be asked at immigration.
3
Prepare documents
Hotel booking or accommodation address recommended. Proof of funds may be requested.
4
Arrive and enjoy
Present passport at immigration. Stamp granted for up to 30 days.
Special restrictions
Israeli stamp — No restriction — accepted
Travel insurance — Not required
Yellow fever — Certificate required from endemic areas
Best time to visit
Best OK
Long dry season post-rains. Great for trekking and wildlife. Rainy season Jun-Sep.
Tips & warnings
⚡ Apply early — even though processing is fast, apply at least a week in advance.
⚡ Yellow fever certificate required if arriving from an endemic area.
⚡ Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months — check before applying.
⚡ Only apply through the official portal (evisa.gov.et) — avoid unofficial websites that charge extra fees.
Frequently asked questions
Do Ugandan citizens need a visa for Ethiopia? +
No. Ugandan citizens can enter Ethiopia visa-free for up to 30 days. Bilateral — visa-free
How much does a Ethiopia visa cost for Ugandan citizens? +
No fee required — visa-free entry.
How long can Ugandan citizens stay in Ethiopia? +
Maximum stay is 30 days. Visa validity: 90 days from issue date.
What documents do Ugandan citizens need for Ethiopia? +
Valid passport (minimum 6 months validity). Return ticket recommended.
Practical notes
- Payment
- Visa/MC on evisa.gov.et. International cards only.
- Transit — Not required
- No transit visa required for airside transit at Addis Ababa Bole Airport.
- Travel advisory (level 3)
- Reconsider travel due to civil unrest, crime, kidnapping, and terrorism.
- Official advisory source ↗
Sources & verification
This information was compiled from the official source below and last verified on 2026-04-01.
Official source: evisa.gov.et ↗
Always confirm on the official portal before travelling — rules can change without notice.
Always verify on official portals before applying.