Ethiopian visa for UAE citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for UAE 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 UAE citizens to enter Ethiopia for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Ethiopia e-visa for UAE citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | Ethiopia visa on arrival for UAE citizens | Eligible | |
Ethiopia tourist visa requirements:
- Holding UAE 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 United Arab Emirates, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Ethiopia nearest your place of residence.
- Abu Dhabi: The Embassy of Ethiopia in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (Working hours: Close now. Open in 12 minutes)
- Dubai: The Consulate General of Ethiopia in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (Working hours: Close now. Open in 12 minutes)
Ethiopia visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Ethiopia diplomatic mission offices to United Arab Emirates for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from United Arab Emirates traveling to Ethiopia from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (United Arab Emirates) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 1,111 | N/A |
| 2009 | 1,238 | 11.43% |
| 2010 | 1,357 | 9.61% |
| 2011 | 1,517 | 11.79% |
| 2012 | 1,731 | 14.11% |
| 2013 | 1,975 | 14.10% |
| 2014 | 2,233 | 13.06% |
| 2015 | 2,506 | 12.23% |
| 2016 | 2,526 | 0.80% |
| 2017 | 2,706 | 7.13% |
| 2018 | 2,462 | -9.02% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Ethiopia & United Arab Emirates comparison
Ethiopia's area is approximately 1,000,000 km2 (386,102 sq mi), while the area of United Arab Emirates is approximately 83,600 km2 (32,278 sq mi). This means United Arab Emirates is 11.96 times smaller than Ethiopia.
As of May 2024, Ethiopia's population is ~126.8 million people - 116,404,835 more people than the population of United Arab Emirates.
We have highlighted Ethiopia & United Arab Emirates’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Ethiopia | United Arab Emirates | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 126,781,844 | 10,377,009 | 116.4 million more people live in Ethiopia than United Arab Emirates |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 11 | 101 | Ethiopia has 90 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with United Arab Emirates. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 12 | 128 | Ethiopia passport holders visit 116 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 72 | 127 | Ethiopian hosts 55 fewer foreign missions than United Arab Emirates. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from United Arab Emirates travel to Ethiopia in one year?
The number of visitors from United Arab Emirates visiting Ethiopia in 2018 was approximately 2,462.
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