Macao visa requirements for Ethiopians

Travel and visa requirements

Macanese Visa is not required for Ethiopians

Stay Duration: 30 days

Entry Requirements

  • Ethiopia citizens visiting Macao are granted visa on arrival for a stay up to 30 days
  • Intending visitors are required to provide passports valid for the duration of stay.
  • Visitors are advised to leave at least one blank page of their passports for entry stamps.
  • There are no currency restrictions on entry or exit from Macao.
  • There is a need for account declaration to prove financial capability to support your stay.
  • There are no vaccination certificate required to visit Macao.
  • Due to the outbreak of swine flu, all visitors will be required to fill in a health declaration form.
  • All visitors entering into Macao must have a return or onward tickets.
  • Visitors are advised to have as much as MOP 500 per day to cover the expenses of their visit.
  • There are no restrictions on the foreign currency amount taken in and out of the country.
  • Foreign currencies and credit cards are not accepted for the payment of all forms of travel fee.
  • In Macao, the power plugs and sockets are of type D, M, G and F. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
  • Macao uses China Standard zone (GMT+8), hence, Macao is 5 hours ahead of Ethiopia.
  • The estimated flight time from Addis Ababa, Ethiopia to Macau is 10 hours, 33 minutes.
  • The main forms of public transport are buses, taxis and rickshaws.
  • The light rail system is currently under construction, as a result, there are no functioning rail system in Macao.
  • Macao adopts the Macanese pataca as its official currency.
  • Portuguese alongside Chinese is the official language of Macao. 
  • Arms, ammunition, explosives, illegal Chemical and drugs are prohibited in Macao.
  • Minchi is regarded as the national dish. it is made with minced beef or pork (or a combination of the two), diced potatoes stir-fried with onions, and Worcestershire sauce - it’s often topped with a fried egg and served with a side of steaming white rice. It can also be made with chicken, fish, shrimp, or vegetables such as bitter melon or wood ear mushrooms. 
  • Macao is known as “the Las Vegas of Asia” because of  its giant casinos and malls.
  • Every year the local government gives permanent residents of Macau 9,000 patacas (about US$1,200) and non-permanent residents 5,400 patacas (about US$670).
  • Macau was Europe’s first and last colony in China.
  • Macao is known to be the second richest country or territory and most densely populated region on earth.
  • Tourist can also enjoy the resorts, age-old temples and bungee jumping thrills on 765ft Macao Tower in country.

Frequently Asked Questions


On what continent is Macao found?

Located in Eastern Asia, Macao has a 3.00 km border with China. It has a 41.00 km coastline. Macao is a Special Administrative Region within the People's Republic of China


What language is spoken in Macao?

Chinese and Portuguese are the major languages of Macao.


What is the capital of Macao?

Macao is a Special Administrative Region within the People's Republic of China. Therefore, its capital is the same as the people's Republic of China, which is Beijing.


What is the main religion in Macao?

Religion in Macao is represented predominantly by Chinese folk religions and Buddhism


What is Macao known for?

Macao is famous for the blend of Portuguese and Chinese cultures and its gambling industry, which includes Casino Lisboa, Macau, Sands Macau, The Venetian Macao, and Wynn Macau.