Ethiopian visa for Swiss citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Swiss 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 Swiss citizens to enter Ethiopia for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Ethiopia e-visa for Swiss citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | Ethiopia visa on arrival for Swiss citizens | Eligible | |
Ethiopia tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Swiss 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 Switzerland, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Ethiopia nearest your place of residence.
- Frankfurt: The Consulate General of in Frankfurt, ~ 363.86 kilometers (226.09 mi) away from Bern, Switzerland. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 1 hours 32 minutes).
- Paris: The Embassy of in Paris, ~ 496.81 kilometers (308.71 mi) away from Bern, Switzerland. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 1 hours 2 minutes).
Ethiopia visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Ethiopia diplomatic mission offices to Switzerland for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Switzerland traveling to Ethiopia from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Switzerland) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 4,941 | N/A |
| 2009 | 5,508 | 11.48% |
| 2010 | 6,037 | 9.60% |
| 2011 | 6,747 | 11.76% |
| 2012 | 7,701 | 14.14% |
| 2013 | 8,785 | 14.08% |
| 2014 | 9,933 | 13.07% |
| 2015 | 11,146 | 12.21% |
| 2016 | 11,236 | 0.81% |
| 2017 | 12,036 | 7.12% |
| 2018 | 10,952 | -9.01% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Ethiopia & Switzerland comparison
Ethiopia's area is approximately 1,000,000 km2 (386,102 sq mi), while the area of Switzerland is approximately 39,516 km2 (15,257 sq mi). This means Switzerland is 25.31 times smaller than Ethiopia.
As of October 2025, Ethiopia's population is ~129.7 million people - 120,761,566 more people than the population of Switzerland.
We have highlighted Ethiopia & Switzerland’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Ethiopia | Switzerland | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 129,736,409 | 8,974,843 | 120.8 million more people live in Ethiopia than Switzerland |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 11 | 146 | Ethiopia has 135 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Switzerland. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 12 | 142 | Ethiopia passport holders visit 130 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 72 | 268 | Ethiopian hosts 196 fewer foreign missions than Switzerland. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Switzerland travel to Ethiopia in one year?
The number of visitors from Switzerland visiting Ethiopia in 2018 was approximately 10,952.
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Useful Information
- Addis Ababa to Bern: 4959.96 km (3081.97 mi)
- Travel time: 10 hours 19 minutes
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