Ethiopia Business eVisa
Adults travelling for business, joint ventures or market research; not issued to under-18s.
- 1Fill the form5 short steps, 5-8 minutes
- 2Pay onlineCard or UPI, total shown first
- 3We check & submitErrors caught before filing
- 4Get your resultEmail and WhatsApp updates
1Overview
The Ethiopia Business eVisa is for business visits such as meetings, conferences and investment activities. It is valid 30 days, single entry, with a stay of up to 30 days per entry.
Entry is by air only via Addis Ababa Bole International Airport.
Who needs it
- Almost all foreign nationals need a visa for business, except citizens of Kenya and Djibouti.
- Under-18s cannot get a business visa; parents traveling with children apply for tourist visas.
- Arrivals by land or sea need a traditional sticker visa from an Ethiopian diplomatic mission.
- Conference attendees should apply under the Conference sub-category.
- The inviting Ethiopian organization must already be registered on the government portal with an approved reference code for this visa type.
2Requirements
- PassportValid for 6 months from arrival.
- Invitation letterOfficial letter from the inviting Ethiopian company or organization.
- Business licenseCopy of the inviting company's valid Ethiopian Business License.
- TIN certificateThe inviting company's Taxpayer Identification Number certificate.
- Flight and accommodation detailsNeeded for the application.
- Email addressA valid email.
Important to know
- Common rejection cause is clerical errors, such as a missing or expired host-company business license or mismatched names.
- Government fees are not refunded after rejection.
3How to apply with Ok E-visa
- Fill in the formA few short steps: your passport, traveller and trip details, plus the documents listed above. Choose your option and processing speed.
- Pay onlineYou go straight to a secure payment page. The total in US dollars is shown before you pay.
- We check and submitOur team reviews your details for common errors and submits the application.
- Receive your resultThe PDF approval letter comes by email; print it and carry it, as immigration at Bole expects it.
4Timing and speed
For extensions, apply at least one week before expiry.
Processing speeds
You choose your speed at the last step of the form, where your exact total is shown. Times are estimates, not guaranteed; the authority makes the final decision.
5Fees
Our price covers our service fee, review, submission and support. If the government charges its own fee for this document, we tell you the exact amount before you pay.
One all-in price covers service fee, review and support.
Your exact total, in US dollars, is shown at the last step of the form before you pay. You may also apply directly on the official portal at no service charge.
6After approval
- The PDF approval letter comes by email; print it and carry it, as immigration at Bole expects it.
- Extensions are requested before expiry at the Immigration and Citizenship Service head office in Addis Ababa (Kazanchis).
?Questions about Ethiopia Business eVisa
Do I need an Ethiopia eVisa?
Yes for almost all nationals except Kenya and Djibouti.
How will I receive it?
As a PDF by email with a visa number, validity dates and a barcode; print it for arrival.
How long can I stay?
Standard options are 30 or 90 days single entry; some investment or work sub-types offer longer multiple-entry options.
Can I extend?
Yes, at the ICS Head Office in Addis Ababa; apply at least a week before expiry.
What is the processing time?
Typically 3 to 5 business days from the government.
Can I enter by land?
No. Land entry requires an embassy-issued visa.
What if it is rejected?
Common causes are clerical errors, and government fees are non-refundable.
Is a business visa issued to minors?
No; parents apply for tourist visas for children.
How is it delivered?
PDF by email; print it for arrival.
How long does the Ethiopia Business eVisa take?
Processing: as fast as 6 hours. Official processing: 3 to 5 business days. Timelines are set by the authority and can change, so we update you as your application moves.
Can I apply directly instead of using Ethiopia Business eVisa help?
Yes. We are a private assistance service, not a government website. You can apply on the official portal at no service charge. Our fee covers review, submission and tracking.
Does the price include the government fee?
Our price covers our service fee, review, submission and support. If the government charges its own fee for this document, we tell you the exact amount before you pay.
What if I make a mistake on the form?
Tell us as soon as you notice. Whether a correction is possible depends on the official portal and on whether the application was already submitted. Some fields, such as name and passport number, often cannot be edited after submission.
✓Why apply with Ok E-visa
This page is a plain-language summary to help you prepare. Entry rules change, so always confirm the latest requirements on the official government website. Ok E-visa is a private assistance service and is not a government website.
