Egyptian visa for Ethiopian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Ethiopian passport holders visiting Egypt for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Ethiopian citizens to enter Egypt for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Egypt e-visa for Ethiopian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Egypt visa on arrival for Ethiopian citizens | Not Available | |
Egypt tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Ethiopian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Egypt.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Egypt.
If you are looking for Egypt visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Ethiopia, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Egypt nearest your place of residence.
- Addis Ababa: The Embassy of Egypt in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia (Working hours: Open now. Close in 52 minutes)
Egypt visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Egypt diplomatic mission offices to Ethiopia for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Ethiopia traveling to Egypt from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Ethiopia) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 1,230 | N/A |
| 2009 | 1,191 | -3.17% |
| 2010 | 1,405 | 17.97% |
| 2011 | 950 | -32.38% |
| 2012 | 1,120 | 17.89% |
| 2013 | 917 | -18.13% |
| 2014 | 963 | 5.02% |
| 2015 | 914 | -5.09% |
| 2016 | 526 | -42.45% |
| 2017 | 816 | 55.13% |
| 2018 | 1,120 | 37.25% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Egypt & Ethiopia comparison
Egypt's area is approximately 1,002,450 km2 (387,047 sq mi), while the area of Ethiopia is approximately 1,000,000 km2 (386,102 sq mi). This means Ethiopia is 0.24% smaller than Egypt.
As of April 2024, Egypt's population is ~110.3 million people - 16,506,291 fewer people than the population of Ethiopia.
We have highlighted Egypt & Ethiopia’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Egypt | Ethiopia | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 110,275,553 | 126,781,844 | 16.5 million fewer people live in Egypt than Ethiopia |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 131 | 11 | Egypt has 120 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Ethiopia. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 16 | 12 | Egypt passport holders can visit 4 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 159 | 72 | Egyptian hosts 87 more foreign missions than Ethiopia. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Ethiopia travel to Egypt in one year?
The number of visitors from Ethiopia visiting Egypt in 2018 was approximately 1,120.
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