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Travel visa renewal in Ethiopia

Written from published rules on 28 August 2026. Not monitored for changes since. A starting point, not official advice — confirm anything that matters with ኢሚግሬሽን እና ዜግነት አገልግሎት (Immigration and Citizenship Service).

Renewing or extending an Ethiopian travel visa requires applying through the official immigration portal before the current permit expires. Applicants must submit a formal request to the relevant immigration authority to prolong their legal stay in the country.

Your timing

It is generally recommended to initiate an extension request at least 7 to 14 days before the current visa expires. This allows sufficient time to account for internal processing times and potential delays in administrative review.

Start 14 days ahead

Early application ensures that the applicant does not inadvertently overstay their legal permit, which can result in fines or travel restrictions.

The process

  1. 1Log in to the official Ethiopian Immigration and Citizenship Service portal.
  2. 2Select the option for a visa extension or renewal.
  3. 3Complete the digital application form with current travel details.
  4. 4Upload required documentation, such as a passport scan and evidence of the current legal status.
  5. 5Submit the application and pay the service fee via the provided payment methods.
  6. 6Monitor the application status through the portal and download the approval notice once processed.

What to bring

  • Valid passport with at least six months of remaining validity
  • Copy of the current visa or entry stamp
  • Evidence of reason for extension (e.g., medical certificate or updated travel itinerary)
  • Recent passport-sized photographs in digital format

Who handles it

ኢሚግሬሽን እና ዜግነት አገልግሎት (Immigration and Citizenship Service)

https://www.evisa.gov.et/

Fees vary based on the type of visa and the requested length of the extension; confirm the exact amount on the official portal before submitting payment.

What commonly goes wrong

  • Ensure the extension is filed before the current visa expires to avoid overstay penalties.
  • Confirm that the passport remains valid for the entire duration of the requested extension period.
  • Double-check that all digital uploads meet the file size and format requirements specified on the website.

Sources

This guide is based on one official source.

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