→ Ethiopia visa for German citizens
For German passport holders eager to explore the Horn of Africa, obtaining an e-visa for Ethiopia is a streamlined process, granting a maximum stay of 90 days. Whether your journey is for tourism or business, two distinct visa types are available online, simplifying pre-departure arrangements. Direct flights from major German hubs, such as Frankfurt, typically connect to Addis Ababa in around seven hours, bridging the geographical and cultural distance between Central Europe and a nation renowned for its ancient history and unique calendar. Visitors should also be prepared for the three-hour time difference as they transition to East African Time.
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
eVisa (30 or 90 days) or on arrival at Addis Ababa airport only.