→ Ethiopia visa for Cape Verdean citizens
For Cape Verdean passport holders planning a trip to Ethiopia, the e-visa system offers a convenient application process, making your journey smoother. You can apply for either a tourist or business e-visa, both permitting a generous maximum stay of up to 90 days, providing ample time to explore the country's unique heritage. Given the vast nearly 6,000-kilometer distance and the significant 4-hour time difference between Praia and Addis Ababa, most flights will involve at least one stop in a major African hub. While Amharic is the official language, English is commonly spoken in urban and tourist areas, easing communication for travelers.
Visa on arrival90d stay· verified 2026-05-27
Entry requirements
- Passport validity
- 6+ months
- Blank pages
- 2+
- Funds proof
- Required
- Health insurance
- Not required
Visa options
TransitTransit Visa (TV)
Apply WorkEthiopian Government Institutions Short Task Visa (GIV, 90 days)
90d$82multiple-entryvalid 3mo
Apply WorkEthiopian Government Institutions Short Task Visa (GIV, 6 months)
180d$122multiple-entryvalid 6mo
Apply OtherVisa-exempt Entry for Kenyan and Djiboutian Nationals
30d$0valid 1mo
TouristTourist Visa Extension
Apply WorkInvestment Visa Extension
Apply WorkGovernment Employment Visa Extension
Apply WorkGovernment Institutions Short Task Visa Extension
Apply WorkForeign Business Firm Employment Visa Extension
Apply WorkEthiopian Private Business Firm Work Visa Extension
Apply WorkInternational Organizations/Embassies Work Visa Extension
Apply BusinessGeneric Business Visa
Apply StudentStudent Visa
FamilyFamily/Dependent Visa
Visa on arrival available at Addis Ababa airport. e-Visa valid 30 or 90 days.