Yes, a visa is required to travel from Poland to Ethiopia.
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Do I need a visa for Ethiopia from Poland?
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Polish nationals need a visa for Ethiopia, obtained easily online through the official e-Visa before arrival.
Poland is not exempt from an Ethiopian visa. Polish travellers therefore apply for their tourist e-Visa online before flying to Addis Ababa. A visa on arrival may exist at the airport, but the advance e-Visa avoids queues and uncertainty.
Do you need a visa?
Yes. Polish citizens must hold a visa to enter Ethiopia for tourism. The recommended route is the e-Visa, requested online from Poland before departure. The passport must remain valid for at least six months beyond entry.
How and where to apply
The application is completed on the official portal evisa.gov.et, with no embassy visit. You fill in the form, upload your photo and passport bio page, then pay online. The approved visa arrives by email and is shown on arrival in Addis Ababa.
Documents and fees
Have a Polish passport valid for six months, a recent photo and proof of accommodation in Ethiopia. The fee amount and payment terms appear directly on the official portal. Refer to evisa.gov.et for the exact tariff, which is not fixed here.
Processing and tips
Allow several working days for processing and any checks. Print your e-Visa and keep a digital version accessible offline. Verify whether a yellow-fever vaccination certificate is required if you arrive from an at-risk area.
Common mistakes
Watch passport validity, photo quality and consistency of travel dates with your tickets. Do not book your e-Visa through unofficial third-party sites charging surcharges: the evisa.gov.et portal is the only official channel.
Official sources
- Ethiopia Official eVisa Portal
- Ethiopian Immigration and Citizenship Service
- Poland - Ministry of Foreign Affairs travel information (gov.pl)
Information verified on July 8, 2026.
Essential Ethiopia information
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.
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Practical travel information
- Amharique
- Oromo
- Tigrinya
- Somali
Essential preparations
- Police : 991
- Ambulance : 907
- Fire brigade : 922
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to Ethiopia from Poland?▾
A visa on arrival is issued to travellers from Poland directly at the Ethiopia border (allowed duration: 3 months).
How long can you stay in Ethiopia?▾
The tourist visa allows a stay of 3 months.
What other visa types exist for Ethiopia?▾
Depending on the purpose of stay, Ethiopia offers among others: Student visa, Investor visa, Business eVisa, Work visa.
Data verified on 23/07/2026
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