Ethiopia visa on arrival for citizens of Canada: conditions and fees 2026
A visa is required for Ethiopia, and citizens of Canada can obtain it on arrival, for stays up to 3 months.
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Processing time
On arrival
Allowed stay
3 months
Our guide to the Ethiopia visa from Canada
Canadian nationals need a visa for Ethiopia and can obtain it easily online via the e-Visa before departure. A visa on arrival is offered at Addis Ababa airport, but an e-Visa prepared in advance is recommended.
Canadian travellers visiting Ethiopia for tourism must hold a visa. The simplest option is the e-Visa, applied for online on the official portal evisa.gov.et, with an approval to print before boarding. A visa on arrival is still available at Bole International Airport (Addis Ababa), but arranging it ahead avoids queues and surprises.
Do you need a visa?
Yes. Canadian citizens cannot enter Ethiopia without a visa: a tourist visa is required. The e-Visa is obtained entirely online before travel; the visa on arrival is limited to Addis Ababa airport. The passport must be valid for at least six months on the date of entry.
How much does a visa for Ethiopia cost from Canada?
The official fee for a visa for Ethiopia is not published in a source we can verify. Check the amount on the official portal before paying anything, third-party sites often add service fees on top.
What does a visa for Ethiopia really cost?
- Government feeNot published in a source we can verify
- Agency or online serviceOptional, added on top
What documents are required for a visa for Ethiopia?
Documents required for a visa for Ethiopia:
- Passport valid 6 months beyond stay
- Online application (no paper form)
- Passport scan (data page)
- Digital photo (recent)
- Visa fee payment
Documents and fees
Prepare a passport valid for six months, a recent photo, an address of accommodation in Ethiopia and a return ticket. A yellow-fever vaccination certificate may be required depending on your itinerary: check this condition. The exact e-Visa fee must be confirmed on the official portal, as it depends on duration and can change.
How to apply for a visa for Ethiopia from Canada
- 1Check before departure that your entry point actually issues the visa on arrival.
- 2Prepare the supporting documents and the fee, often required in cash.
- 3Complete the form at the dedicated counter after landing.
- 4Pay the fee and collect the sticker before immigration control.
How and where to apply
Apply for the e-Visa on the official portal evisa.gov.et: open a file, enter your details, upload a photo and your passport bio page, then pay online. Approval arrives by email as an e-Visa to print. Those choosing the visa on arrival must transit through Bole airport.
Where do you apply for a visa for Ethiopia from Canada?
A visa on arrival for Ethiopia is issued at the border post itself, at a counter placed before immigration control.
- Not every crossing issues it. Confirm that your specific airport or land border does before you book.
- The counter is reached after landing and before immigration. Follow the visa signs rather than the exit.
- The fee is usually paid on the spot, sometimes in cash and in a specific currency. Card is not guaranteed.
Using an online service
You never have to use an intermediary. If you would rather have a service fill in and file the application online for you before departure, iVisa does it for a service fee, charged on top of the official fees. It does not change the decision.
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You live in Canada on another passport?
The regime follows your nationality, not where you live. If you reside in Canada but travel on another country's passport, the rule on this page is not yours. Filing usually still happens from your country of residence, at the post competent for it, but the requirement itself comes from your passport.
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How long does a visa for Ethiopia take?
A visa on arrival is issued at the counter of the entry point when you cross the border: there is no processing time to plan for before departure.
Processing and tips
The Ethiopian e-Visa is usually issued within a few working days: apply at least a week before departure. Check the Government of Canada travel advice, as some regions are subject to warnings. Keep a printed and a digital copy of your e-Visa and your vaccination record.
Before you fly, and at the border
Passport validity, border checks, minors, overstays: the rules common to every trip are gathered on our travel tips page. Formalities before you leave
Common mistakes
The classic mistake is relying on a visa on arrival when entering through a point other than Bole: the e-Visa is safer. Also beware of a passport close to expiry and a forgotten yellow-fever certificate. Finally, use only the official portal evisa.gov.et to avoid intermediaries charging inflated fees.
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Other visa types for Ethiopia
A tourist stay is not the only purpose. These are the other permits the destination issues and that your nationality is eligible for, each with its own fee and processing time.
Official sources
- Ethiopia eVisa: official portal
- Ethiopian Immigration and Citizenship Service
- Government of Canada: Travel advice for Ethiopia
Guide generated automatically on July 26, 2026, from the verified catalogue.
Short-stay (tourism)
Visa on arrival
Entry regime
Visa on arrival
Duration
3 months
Student visa
Student visa
Duration
1 year
Price
60 USD
Processing time
15 business days
Official websiteVerified
Investor visa
Investor visa
Duration
1 year
Price
60–4,000 USD
Processing time
30 business days
Official websiteVerified
Business eVisa
Consular visa
Duration
90 days
Processing time
3 business days
Official websiteVerified
Work visa
Work visa
Duration
1 year
Price
400–1,000 USD
Processing time
30 business days
Official websiteVerified
Tips for Extending Your Stay in Ethiopia
- Make sure to request an extension before your current visa expires.
- Regularly check entry and exit requirements to avoid any complications.
Example: If you plan to stay more than 30 days, it is advisable to request a stay extension from local authorities.
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