Ethiopian Passport: Visa-Free Countries

As of October 2026, Ethiopian passport holders can visit 11 countries visa-free, plus 74 with e-visa or visa on arrival.

The Ethiopian passport is ranked #185 of 193 worldwide by visa-free access. See the full passport rankings.

Ethiopian passport holders can travel to 11 countries without a visa. They can also obtain 56 e-visas and 18 visas on arrival. However, a visa is required for 108 countries.

Ethiopia has a population of over 114 million people. This makes it the second most populous nation in Africa. The majority of the population resides in the highlands, with Addis Ababa being the capital city.

The Ethiopian passport ranks 98th in terms of travel freedom according to the Henley Passport Index. This index ranks passports based on the number of countries their holders can enter without a visa.

Some destinations that require a visa for Ethiopian passport holders accept a valid US, UK, Canadian or Schengen visa or residence permit instead. Check which ones in our guide to traveling with a residence permit.

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Nearby countries

The nearest visa free countries to visit for Ethiopian passport holders are Kenya, Benin, Gambia, Singapore, Philippines and Barbados.

Visa free countries

So, where can Ethiopians travel without a visa? We have listed all the countries where Ethiopia citizens can travel visa-free, eliminating the hassle of visa paperwork.

Americas

🇧🇧 Barbados (90 days)
🇩🇲 Dominica (21 days)
🇭🇹 Haiti (3 months)
🇻🇨 Saint Vincent and the Grenadines (3 months)

Africa

🇧🇯 Benin (90 days)
🇬🇲 Gambia (90 days)
🇰🇪 Kenya (3 months)

Oceania

🇫🇲 Micronesia (30 days)
🇼🇸 Samoa (90 days)

Asia

🇵🇭 Philippines (30 days)
🇸🇬 Singapore (30 days)

This data has been sourced from Wikipedia.

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Frequently asked questions

How many countries can Ethiopian passport holders visit without a visa?

Ethiopian passport holders can visit 11 countries visa-free, plus 74 countries with e-visa or visa on arrival, as of October 2026.

Which countries are visa-free for Ethiopian passport holders?

Ethiopian passport holders can travel visa-free to Kenya, Benin, Gambia, Singapore, Philippines, Barbados, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Dominica, and 3 more countries.

What are the visa requirements for Ethiopia citizens?

Of the destinations tracked for Ethiopia, 11 are visa-free, 56 can be visited with an e-visa and 18 with a visa on arrival, while 108 require a visa, as of October 2026.