Yes, a visa is required to travel from Portugal to Ethiopia.
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Do I need a visa for Ethiopia from Portugal?
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Portuguese travellers need a visa for Ethiopia; the electronic visa (e-Visa) applied for online before departure is recommended. A visa on arrival may also be available at Addis Ababa airport.
Portuguese nationals travelling to Ethiopia are not visa-exempt and complete their application on the official e-Visa portal before departure. The process is fully online and the approval is presented on arrival. The Portuguese passport must be valid for at least six months.
Do you need a visa?
Yes. Portuguese citizens must hold a visa to enter Ethiopia. The tourist visa is best obtained online through the official e-Visa; a visa on arrival may be issued at Addis Ababa international airport. Choose the category matching your stay on the official site.
How and where to apply
Apply from Portugal at evisa.gov.et: an online form, a digital photo and a copy of the passport page. Payment is made by card on the portal and the approved e-Visa is sent by email. Print it to show at immigration.
Documents and fees
Prepare a passport valid for at least six months, a recent photo, a return ticket and the address of your accommodation in Ethiopia. The visa fee is not fixed here: check the official amount shown on the e-Visa portal. Also verify any yellow-fever vaccination requirements.
Processing and tips
Apply several days before departure to cover the online processing time. Check that the data entered reproduces the passport exactly, as any discrepancy can invalidate the visa. Note the permitted length of stay and the validity period shown on the approval.
Common mistakes
Use only the official portal evisa.gov.et: intermediary sites charge extra fees. Relying on the visa on arrival without a backup, or travelling without proof of vaccination when it is required, can block entry. Finally, a passport valid for less than six months leads to a boarding refusal in Portugal.
Official sources
- Ethiopia Official eVisa – Immigration and Citizenship Service
- Portal das Comunidades Portuguesas – MNE (Portuguese MFA)
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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- Ambulance : 907
- Fire brigade : 922
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to Ethiopia from Portugal?▾
A visa on arrival is issued to travellers from Portugal 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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