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IndiaIndia visa requirements for Ethiopia citizens (2026)
Embassy visa required. Yes. Ethiopia passport holders need a visa for India that must be issued before travel, usually with an embassy or visa-center appointment. Usually 2–6 weeks after the embassy appointment.
Embassy visa required. Apply in person at the embassy, consulate or official visa center.
VTBy the Visa and Trips editorial teamLast updated
India visa requirements for Ethiopia citizens
- Requirement
- Embassy visa required
- Allowed stay
- Set by the embassy on your visa
- Embassy processing
- Usually 2–6 weeks after the embassy appointment
Typical estimate
Documents needed
- Completed visa application form
- Passport valid 6+ months with 2 blank pages (plus old passports)
- 2 recent passport photos to the embassy’s spec
- Bank statements (often the last 3–6 months)
- Employment / leave letter or business / study proof
- Hotel bookings and a flight reservation
- Travel medical insurance where required
- Appointment confirmation and biometrics (fingerprints)
How Ethiopia citizens apply for the India visa
- Choose the right visa category (tourist / visitor).
- Book an appointment at the embassy or official visa center.
- Gather documents: forms, photos, bank statements, bookings, insurance.
- Attend the appointment, give biometrics and pay the fee.
- Track the application and collect your passport.
Good to know
- Fees vary by nationality, see the official fee table.
Easier alternatives for Ethiopia passport holders
Countries in Southern Asia and other popular destinations with simpler entry for the Ethiopia passport than India, easiest first. Only rules we have verified against an official source are listed.
| Destination | Requirement | Stay |
|---|---|---|
| Sri Lanka | eTA / ETA required | Per visa terms |
| Thailand | e-Visa required | Per visa terms |
India at a glance for travellers
- 6 of 198 passports can enter India without a visa (visa-free, visa on arrival or an ETA).
- The Ethiopia passport gets visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 38 destinations in our dataset.
Sources and last checked
| What | Official source | Checked |
|---|---|---|
| Requirement & allowed stay | Open passport-index dataset (passportindex.org data, 17 Feb 2026) | 17 Feb 2026 |
| Fees, processing & entry formalities | India e-Visa: country-wise e-Tourist fee (PDF) | 23 Oct 2026 |
| Fees, processing & entry formalities | India e-Visa portal | 23 Oct 2026 |
| Independent official overview | UK FCDO, India entry requirements | 22 Oct 2026 |
The Visa and Trips editorial team checks these sources every week. See our editorial and verification policy.
Frequently asked questions
Do Ethiopia citizens need a visa for India?
Yes. Ethiopia passport holders need a visa for India that must be issued before travel, usually with an embassy or visa-center appointment. Usually 2–6 weeks after the embassy appointment.
What documents do Ethiopia passport holders need for India?
Completed visa application form; Passport valid 6+ months with 2 blank pages (plus old passports); 2 recent passport photos to the embassy’s spec; Bank statements (often the last 3–6 months); Employment / leave letter or business / study proof; Hotel bookings and a flight reservation; Travel medical insurance where required; Appointment confirmation and biometrics (fingerprints).
Where do Ethiopia passport holders apply for a India visa?
At the embassy, consulate or official visa center of India that serves your place of residence, usually in person with an appointment and biometrics.
How long does a India visa take for Ethiopia passport holders?
Usually 2–6 weeks after the embassy appointment (typical estimate). Appointment availability varies, so start several weeks before your trip.