Fast.CIBTvisas specializes in securing Ethiopia visas and can help you secure a Ethiopia visa.
Easy.CIBTvisas is the easiest way to get a visa. We process Ethiopia visas at the Ethiopia Embassy every day for residents of Canada.
Ethiopia Visa FAQs
When is the best time to apply for my Ethiopia visa?
The best time to apply for your Ethiopia visa is 1-2 months before your travel date.
Do I have to send you my passport to get a Ethiopia visa? Is it safe to send a passport?
Yes. You will need to send your actual passport, not a copy of it. The Ethiopia visa is stamped on your passport and will become one of your passport pages. Visa request cannot be processed without your original passport. Because of the importance of your passport, we strongly suggest that you send your application in a secure way, using a traceable courier such as FedEx.
Sample of Business Travel Requirements for a Ethiopia Visa for Canadian Citizens
Prior Approval
Prior to applying for your business visa, all applicants must apply for an approval through the Main Department for Immigration & Nationality Affairs in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Your sponsoring organization or company is responsible for assisting you in obtaining this approval. Once the necessary authorization has been confirmed, the visa process will be finalized in Canada through the Embassy of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, Ottawa.
Passport
You must provide your actual signed passport, including one copy of the personal information page of your passport. Your passport must:
Be valid for the next six months
Have at least one blank visa page. Amendments and endorsement pages cannot be used to fulfill this requirement
Not be frayed, torn, separating, or altered in any other way
Photographs
You must provide one colour, passport type photograph that meets the following criteria:
Be taken within the last three months and printed on high quality photo paper
Be taken against an all white background free of shadows
Be 51 mm by 51 mm in size
Provide the full frontal view of your head with your face centered in the middle and displaying a neutral (non-smiling) expression
You may wear neither glasses nor headwear except for religious purposes
Your photo should not be affixed to your application and it may not display evidence of adhesive or staples
Business Cover Letter
You are required to provide a Business Introduction Letter from your Canadian-based company. All letters must be printed on company letterhead that displays an Canadian mailing address. Use the sample Business Introduction Letter provided at https://cibtvisas.ca/forms?formname=Canada-Business-Cover-Letter-Sample.pdf using the exact language and format provided in order to prevent a rejection and possible delays with your visa request.
Visa Application Form
You must provide one completed visa application form. The application form must:
Include answers for all fields. If something does not apply, enter "N/A"
Display your full name as it appears in your passport
Be signed
Letter of Invitation
You must obtain a letter of invitation. The organization you will be visiting is responsible for obtaining the invitation. A copy is acceptable. This letter must:
Be written on company letterhead
Include the full local address and phone number of the organization or person to be visited
Request the same validity of visa as in the Business Introduction Letter.
Specify the number of entries you are requesting for your visa
CIBTvisas Order Form
You must provide one completed CIBTvisas Order Form. The form must:
Include a valid email address and payment information
Include your signature in blue or black ink
Traveller Registration (Highly Recommended)
Feel safer and travel with peace of mind by using our Traveller Registration Service. Registration notifies the Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development where and when you will be travelling, enabling the Government of Canada to reach you in case of an emergency abroad or inform you of an emergency at home. To enroll in this optional service complete the registration form in this kit and send it to us with the rest of your documents.
Sample of Tourist Travel Requirements for a Ethiopia Visa for Canadian Citizens
Eligibility and Documentation
The Government of Ethiopia utilises an electronic visa issuance system which is the equivalent to a visa, but no stamp or label is placed in the passport.
To be eligible the traveller must:
Enter Ethiopia through Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
Hold a passport valid at least six months on entry with one blank visa page
Hold proof of sufficient funds
Hold proof of onward/return flights
Hold proof of hotel reservation
Hold all documents required for the next destination
To complete the order form the traveller must provide:
A photograph
A copy of the passport information page
Apply now and complete our order form providing basic travel and personal details. We'll take care of the rest keeping you apprised of your order's progress over email.
Visa On Arrival
A visa can be obtained upon arrival. Visa requirements and travel restrictions vary greatly when obtaining an on arrival visa. We strongly recommend that you obtain your visa prior to departure. Should you choose to obtain your visa upon arrival, you will need to inquire with your airline if boarding is allowed without a visa.
Traveller Registration (Highly Recommended)
Feel safer and travel with peace of mind by using our Traveller Registration Service. Registration notifies the Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development where and when you will be travelling, enabling the Government of Canada to reach you in case of an emergency abroad or inform you of an emergency at home. To enroll in this optional service complete the registration form in this kit and send it to us with the rest of your documents.
