Ethiopia visa requirements for Singaporeans

Travel and visa requirements

Ethiopian Visa is not required for Singaporeans

Stay Duration: days

Entry Requirements

  • Singapore citizens can travel to Ethiopia by applying for an e-visa.
  • There are two different types of e-visa to be purchased. Traveller visiting on a single-entry visa can stay up to three months while those visiting on a multiple-entry visa get six months. 
  • Intending visitors are required to possess a passport valid for six months from the arrival date in Ethiopia, with at least two blank pages.
  • On entry and exit into Ethiopia, tourists with foreign currencies up to USD 3,000 or its equivalent will be required to declare it.
  • The importation of Firearms and bullets. An Import license is needed for the importation hunting guns.
  • Visitors are require to have a return or onward ticket, a copy of air ticket or itinerary and also evidence of sufficient funds to spend during their stay, preferably a bank statement.
  • Visitors below age 12 travelling to Ethiopia must either be accompanied by a parent or guardian or apply for the unaccompanied minors form.
  • Visitors trravelling with pets must have an advanced authorization from the Ministry of Agriculture and a proof of current rabies vaccination and a health certificate that has been issued by a licensed veterinarian within 10 days of transport. 
  • Nationals of Cambodia will be required to show evidence of accommodation during the stay in Ethiopia, which can be a hotel reservation or an invitation from a host already in the country.
  • Ethiopian Airlines flights is the major that fly from Singapore to Ethiopia.
  • The estimated flight time from Addis Ababa to Singapore is 12 hours 45 minutes.
  • The dominating religion in Ethiopia is Christianity with denominations like Abrahamic, Ethiopian Orthodoxy, Pentay and Catholic. Aside from that, Islam and other indigenous religions are practised.
  • The official language of Ethiopia is Amharic. However, Oromo is a more generally spoken language. Other languages spoken in the country include Arabic and English.
  • The climate in Ethiopia is mild and tropical, so it is relatively hot throughout the year. It is best to visit during the dry season which is between October and June.
  • Ethiopian Birr (ETB) is the official currency used in Ethiopia. Visitors can exchange their foreign currencies at various banks and exchange outlets in the country.
  • Movement around in Ethiopia can be facilitated by buses, taxis, and trains.
  • Ethiopia uses the East Africa Time (GMT+3). Singapore is 5 hours ahead of Ethiopia.
  • Tourists are advised to budget about $47 to spend on daily expenses while in Ethiopia.
  • Some delicacies enjoyed in Ethiopia include injera (sourdough flatbread), tibs (sautéed meat chunks), shiro be kibbe (legume stew), berbere (typical spice blend) and kitfo (Ethiopian beef tartare).
  • There are two associated power socket and plug types in Ethiopia, which are type C and F. The standard supply voltage is 220 V, with a standard frequency of 50 Hz.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best time to visit Ethiopia?

The best time to visit Ethiopia is between October and June, when it is the dry season. Rains tend to stop in early October, meaning afterwards the highlands are lush and green.


What is Ethiopia's official currency?

Ethiopian Birr (ETB) is the official currency used in Ethiopia.


What is the capital of Ethiopia?

Addis Ababa is the capital of Ethiopia. It is also the largest city and the country’s commercial and cultural hub.


What is the dominating religion in Ethiopia?

The most prominent religion  is Christianity (Ethiopian Orthodoxy, Pentay, Catholic) practiced by  62.8% of the entire population, followed by Islam at 33.9 %. There is also a longstanding but small Jewish community.