Ethiopian visa for Malaysian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Malaysian passport holders visiting Ethiopia for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Malaysian citizens to enter Ethiopia for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Ethiopia e-visa for Malaysian citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | Ethiopia visa on arrival for Malaysian citizens | Eligible | |
Ethiopia tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Malaysian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Ethiopia.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Ethiopia.
If you are looking for Ethiopia visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Malaysia, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Ethiopia nearest your place of residence.
- Jakarta: The Embassy of in Jakarta, ~ 1279.33 kilometers (794.94 mi) away from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 1 hours 25 minutes).
- Guangzhou: The Consulate General of in Guangzhou, ~ 2431.04 kilometers (1510.58 mi) away from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 8 hours 25 minutes).
Ethiopia visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Ethiopia diplomatic mission offices to Malaysia for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Malaysia traveling to Ethiopia from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Malaysia) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 2,107 | N/A |
| 2009 | 2,349 | 11.49% |
| 2010 | 2,574 | 9.58% |
| 2011 | 2,877 | 11.77% |
| 2012 | 3,284 | 14.15% |
| 2013 | 3,746 | 14.07% |
| 2014 | 4,235 | 13.05% |
| 2015 | 4,752 | 12.21% |
| 2016 | 4,791 | 0.82% |
| 2017 | 5,132 | 7.12% |
| 2018 | 4,670 | -9.00% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Ethiopia & Malaysia comparison
Ethiopia's area is approximately 1,000,000 km2 (386,102 sq mi), while the area of Malaysia is approximately 328,550 km2 (126,853 sq mi). This means Malaysia is 3.04 times smaller than Ethiopia.
As of November 2025, Ethiopia's population is ~129.7 million people - 95,266,621 more people than the population of Malaysia.
We have highlighted Ethiopia & Malaysia’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Ethiopia | Malaysia | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 129,736,409 | 34,469,788 | 95.3 million more people live in Ethiopia than Malaysia |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 11 | 107 | Ethiopia has 96 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Malaysia. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 12 | 133 | Ethiopia passport holders visit 121 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 72 | 126 | Ethiopian hosts 54 fewer foreign missions than Malaysia. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Malaysia travel to Ethiopia in one year?
The number of visitors from Malaysia visiting Ethiopia in 2018 was approximately 4,670.
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- Addis Ababa to Kuala Lumpur: 6168.38 km (3832.85 mi)
- Travel time: 12 hours 51 minutes
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