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Visa requirements · updated Jul 2026

Do Afghanistan citizens need a visa for Ethiopia?

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Afghanistan citizens need an e-Visa or ETA to enter Ethiopia — applied for online before departure.

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Afghanistan vs Ethiopia: passport comparison

Afghanistan

4

visa-free countries

Global rank: #198 · mobility 56.8

Ethiopia

12

visa-free countries

Global rank: #182 · mobility 70.2
4

countries both Afghanistan and Ethiopia can enter visa-free together

Afghanistan + Ethiopia: passport compatibility

87%

of the world — where both passports have the same visa access

Where Afghanistan and Ethiopia travel together — by entry type:

4 both visa-free
18 both visa on arrival
43 both e-visa / eTA
106 both need a visa
26 access differs

Where Afghanistan and Ethiopia can travel visa-free together

Travelling as a pair with two different passports? Here is the full list of countries where BOTH of you can enter without a prior visa — plus where your access differs.

Both visa-free (4)

Sort by max stay or the destination's passport strength (tap a header), and filter by region.

Country Max stay Passport rank
Dominica 21 days #70
Haiti 90 days #175
Micronesia 30 days #89
Seychelles 90 days #58

Ethiopia: good to know

Addis Ababa

Capital

Ethiopian Birr (ETB)

Currency

East Africa Time (UTC+3)

Time zone

+251

Calling code

Where else Afghanistan goes visa-free

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Documents you'll usually need for Ethiopia

The usual basics for the trip. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy or consulate.

Valid passport

Valid at least 6 more months

Return / onward ticket

Proof you will leave the country

Proof of funds

Enough money for your stay

Accommodation

Hotel booking or an invitation

Travel insurance

Recommended, sometimes required

e-Visa / eTA

Applied for online before you fly

Frequently asked

Do Afghanistan citizens need a visa for Ethiopia?
Afghanistan citizens need an e-Visa or ETA to enter Ethiopia — applied for online before departure.
Which passport is stronger — Afghanistan or Ethiopia?
The Ethiopia passport is stronger: 12 visa-free countries versus 4. Global rank: Afghanistan #198, Ethiopia #182.
Where can Afghanistan and Ethiopia citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 4 of the same countries.
What documents do I need for Ethiopia?
Usually: a valid passport (6+ months), a return ticket, proof of funds and accommodation. Plus an e-Visa or eTA applied for online before you fly. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy.
Can visa requirements change between Afghanistan and Ethiopia?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Jul 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

Afghanistan passport ranking

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