Ethiopia Tourist Visa for Pakistani Passport Holders
Fee Breakdown
Key Requirements
- ✓ Pakistani passport valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay
- ✓ Completed online eVisa application form
- ✓ Recent passport-sized photograph (digital, white background)
- ✓ Proof of accommodation in Ethiopia such as hotel booking or invitation letter
- ✓ Return or onward flight ticket
- ✓ Proof of sufficient funds for the duration of stay
- ✓ Valid email address for eVisa delivery
Documents Required
Step-by-Step Application Process
Step 1: Visit the official Ethiopian eVisa portal at https://www.evisa.gov.et
Step 2: Create an account or proceed as a guest and select the tourist visa option
Step 3: Fill in the online application form with personal and travel details accurately
Step 4: Upload the required documents including passport scan and photograph
Step 5: Review your application and pay the visa fee online using a debit or credit card
Step 6: Receive application reference number and await processing (3 to 7 business days)
Step 7: Download the approved eVisa from your email or the portal
Step 8: Print the eVisa and carry it along with your passport when traveling to Ethiopia
Step 9: Present the printed eVisa and passport at the port of entry in Ethiopia
⚠️ Important Notes
Pakistani passport holders must apply for the Ethiopia tourist eVisa entirely online. There is no option for visa on arrival for most nationalities including Pakistanis. Ensure all documents are clearly scanned and information matches the passport exactly. The eVisa must be printed and presented at entry. Yellow fever vaccination certificate may be required if arriving from a yellow fever endemic country.
Common Rejection Reasons
- ✗ Incomplete or inaccurate application form details
- ✗ Passport validity less than 6 months at time of travel
- ✗ Poor quality or incorrect photograph not meeting specifications
- ✗ Insufficient proof of funds for the intended stay
- ✗ Lack of confirmed return or onward flight ticket
- ✗ Previous immigration violations or overstays in Ethiopia
- ✗ Failure to provide valid accommodation proof
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, Pakistani passport holders are eligible to apply for the Ethiopia eVisa online through the official portal at https://www.evisa.gov.et. The process is fully online and no embassy visit is required.
The standard tourist eVisa allows a stay of up to 30 days. You may apply for an extension at the Ethiopian Immigration office in Addis Ababa if needed.
Yes, extensions can be requested at the Ethiopian Immigration, Nationality and Vital Events Agency office in Addis Ababa. Extensions are typically granted for up to 30 additional days.
The eVisa is valid for entry at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport and select land border crossings. It is recommended to confirm the specific entry points during application.
The typical processing time is 3 to 7 business days. It is advisable to apply at least 2 weeks before your intended travel date to avoid delays.
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Apply through the official portal. Always use official government/embassy websites.
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