U.S. visa for Ethiopian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Ethiopian passport holders visiting United States 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 United States for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | United States e-visa for Ethiopian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | United States visa on arrival for Ethiopian citizens | Not Available | |
United States tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Ethiopian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in United States.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from United States.
If you are looking for United States 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 United States nearest your place of residence.
- Addis Ababa: The Embassy of United States in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia (Working hours: Open now. Close in 2 hours 26 minutes)
United States visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest United States diplomatic mission offices to Ethiopia for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Ethiopia traveling to United States from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Ethiopia) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 5,801 | N/A |
| 2009 | 5,510 | -5.02% |
| 2010 | 6,001 | 8.91% |
| 2011 | 6,348 | 5.78% |
| 2012 | 6,697 | 5.50% |
| 2013 | 7,164 | 6.97% |
| 2014 | 7,538 | 5.22% |
| 2015 | 7,777 | 3.17% |
| 2016 | 7,641 | -1.75% |
| 2017 | 7,719 | 1.02% |
| 2018 | 7,975 | 3.32% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
United States & Ethiopia comparison
United States's area is approximately 9,147,420 km2 (3,531,837 sq mi), while the area of Ethiopia is approximately 1,000,000 km2 (386,102 sq mi). This means Ethiopia is 9.15 times smaller than United States.
As of April 2024, United States's population is ~338.8 million people - 212,032,469 more people than the population of Ethiopia.
We have highlighted United States & Ethiopia’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| United States | Ethiopia | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 338,814,313 | 126,781,844 | 212.0 million more people live in United States than Ethiopia |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 273 | 11 | United States has 262 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Ethiopia. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 134 | 12 | United States passport holders can visit 122 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 1147 | 72 | U.S. hosts 1075 more foreign missions than Ethiopia. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Ethiopia travel to United States in one year?
The number of visitors from Ethiopia visiting United States in 2018 was approximately 7,975.
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