🇪🇹Ethiopia
Africa· Updated 06/03/2026
Information
Capital
Addis Ababa
Population
132,444,840
Currency
Ethiopian Birr (ETB Br)
Languages
Amharique, Oromo, Tigrinya, Somali
Continent
Africa
Calling code
+251
Timezone
Africa/Addis_Ababa
Area
1,104,300 km²
Government
Federal parliamentary republic
National day
May 28 - National Day (Derg Downfall Day)
Internet domain
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About
Ethiopia is a landlocked country in East Africa, cradle of human civilization with sites like Lucy. It is Africa's second most populous nation, known for its ethnic and linguistic diversity. Its economy is growing rapidly despite security and climate challenges.
Safety
Risk areas
Crime(Medium)
- Avoid carrying valuables
- Do not travel alone at night in Addis Ababa
Terrorism(High)
- High risk in eastern areas, follow the advice of the Quai d'Orsay
Transport
- Use reputable taxi companies, avoid at night
Natural risks(Droughts, floods, and occasional earthquakes)
- Follow weather alerts, have an emergency kit
Health(Limited healthcare system, overloaded hospitals)
- Mandatory vaccines: yellow fever; recommended: hepatitis, typhoid, rabies
- Bottled water only, antimalarial treatment
Practical tips
- Register with the Ariane travelers' registry
- Mandatory repatriation insurance
- Local currency in cash, few ATMs outside Addis
Cost of living
Accommodation
Food
Transport
Leisure
Health
Others
Indicative prices in USD · as of 11/06/2025
Practical information
Electricity
Emergency numbers
Practical information
Right
unsafe
10-15% in restaurants, not mandatory elsewhere
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Tours and activities
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Travel insurance
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to Ethiopia?▾
It depends on your nationality: some passports enter visa-free, others need an e-visa or a consular visa. Select your nationality in our checker to get the exact rule for your passport, with documents, fees and processing times.
Check by my nationality→Is it dangerous to travel to Ethiopia?▾
The overall risk level is currently rated "High due to internal conflicts, terrorism, and urban crime. Avoid non-essential travel.". See the Safety section on this page for details by topic (crime, transport, health, areas to avoid) and practical tips.
What currency is used in Ethiopia?▾
The official currency is Ethiopian Birr (ETB Br). See sample prices (accommodation, meals, transport) in the cost of living section above.
What is the capital of Ethiopia?▾
The capital of Ethiopia is Addis Ababa. The main spoken languages are: Amharique, Oromo, Tigrinya, Somali.