EthiopiaGermany: Visa required

EthiopiaGermany

Do Ethiopia passport holders need a visa for Germany?

Visa required

Yes. Ethiopia passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Germany.

A visa must be obtained in advance, typically from an embassy or consulate, before travel.

Source: eur-lex.europa.eu (checked September 3, 2026).

RequirementVisa required

Maximum stayLength of stay varies

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelYes, arrange in advance

Data as of2026-10-14

Distance5,351 km, straight line (~6h 48m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Germany138 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Germany passport holders visiting Ethiopia: Visa on arrival.

Other visa-free destinations for Ethiopia passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Ethiopia passport holders need a visa for Germany?

Yes. Ethiopia passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Germany.

How far is Germany from Ethiopia?

About 5,351 km in a straight line, roughly ~6h 48m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Germany?

Euro (EUR).

What is the emergency number in Germany?

110 / 112.

What time zone is Germany in?

Berlin (UTC+2).

What is the nearest airport to Berlin?

Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER), about 19 km away.

How many countries can enter Germany without a visa?

138 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Germany visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.

About Ethiopia

Ethiopia, officially the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia (FDRE), is a landlocked country located in the Horn of Africa region of East Africa. It shares borders with Eritrea to the north, Djibouti to the northeast, Somalia to the southeast, Kenya to the south, South Sudan to the west, and Sudan to the northwest. Ethiopia covers a land area of 1,104,300 km2 (426,400 sq mi). As of 2026, it has around 138 million inhabitants, making it the 10th-most populous country in the world and 2nd most populous country in Africa. The national capital and largest city, Addis Ababa, lies several kilometres west of the East African Rift that splits the country into the African and Somali tectonic plates.

CapitalAddis Ababa

RegionEastern Africa

Population135.5M

Area1,104,300 km²

CurrencyEthiopian birr (1 USD ≈ 161.84 ETB)

LanguagesAmharic

Calling code+251

Drives on theright

TimezoneAddis Ababa (UTC+3)

Nearest airportAddis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD), 8 km

Emergency number907 / 911 / 939 / 991

UNESCO sites14

Income levelLow income

GDP per capita$933 (2025)

Tourist arrivals518K (2020)

Climate in Addis Ababa

Warmest March, coolest December, driest December, sunniest October.

Monthly climate normals for Addis Ababa, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	21.6°C	9.1°C	10mm	335h
February	22.4°C	10.3°C	11mm	311h
March	23.2°C	11.7°C	53mm	325h
April	22.3°C	11.7°C	147mm	304h
May	21.7°C	10.4°C	133mm	338h
June	19.8°C	10.2°C	245mm	302h
July	18.2°C	10.7°C	332mm	229h
August	18.4°C	10.9°C	265mm	253h
September	18.7°C	9.8°C	215mm	306h
October	19.9°C	8.5°C	11mm	348h
November	21.1°C	7.8°C	4mm	345h
December	20.8°C	7.4°C	1mm	344h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Travelers to Ethiopia experience a country divided into two: in the north and east the focus is on cultural heritage, while in the south there are several national parks and lakes in the area of the East African Rift with their flora and fauna as well as the habitat of several indigenous peoples.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Axum
Bale Mountains National Park
Fasil Ghebbi
Harar Jugol, the Fortified Historic Town
Konso Cultural Landscape
Lalibela Cross
Lower Valley of the Awash
Melka Kunture
Monolithic churches in Lalibela
Omo River

Upcoming public holidays

September 27, 2026መስቀል

January 7, 2027ልደተ-ለእግዚእነ/ ገና

January 19, 2027ნათლისღება

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About Germany

Germany, officially the Federal Republic of Germany, is a country in Western and Central Europe. It lies between the Baltic Sea and the North Sea to the north with the Alps to the south. Its 16 constituent states have a total population of over 83 million, making it the most populous member state of the European Union (EU). Germany borders Denmark to the north; Poland and the Czech Republic to the east; Austria and Switzerland to the south; and France, Luxembourg, Belgium, and the Netherlands to the west. The nation's capital and most populous city is Berlin and its main financial centre is Frankfurt; the largest urban area is the Ruhr.

CapitalBerlin

RegionWestern Europe

Population83.5M

Area357,114 km²

CurrencyEuro (1 USD ≈ 0.89 EUR)

LanguagesGerman

Calling code+49

Drives on theright

TimezoneBerlin (UTC+2)

Nearest airportBerlin Brandenburg Airport (BER), 19 km

Emergency number110 / 112

UNESCO sites73

Income levelHigh income

GDP per capita$60,496 (2025)

Tourist arrivals12.4M (2020)

Climate in Berlin

Warmest August, coolest December, driest April, sunniest July. Best time to visit: August.

Monthly climate normals for Berlin, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	6.6°C	1.4°C	40mm	123h
February	8.5°C	3.3°C	101mm	132h
March	9.2°C	1.2°C	34mm	248h
April	16°C	4.3°C	4mm	349h
May	17.4°C	7.4°C	45mm	316h
June	23.8°C	13.9°C	51mm	349h
July	23°C	13.9°C	59mm	364h
August	27.4°C	17.1°C	39mm	336h
September	20.8°C	11°C	59mm	269h
October	14.1°C	8.9°C	63mm	166h
November	9.7°C	4.6°C	18mm	143h
December	5.5°C	1.2°C	27mm	118h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Germany is the largest country in Central Europe. It is known for its rich cultural heritage, innovative inventions, its old-world charm and Gemütlichkeit (cosiness). Discard any perceptions of Germany as being homogeneous; a country of surprising regional diversity awaits your presence. Many tourists visit Germany to experience European history and the diverse German landscape. German culture, outdoor activities, German holidays and festivities, the countryside and rural areas, and the German cities are identified as being big draws for visitors.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Aachen Cathedral
Aachen Cathedral Treasury
Aachen Chapel of Hungary
Abbey and Altenmünster of Lorsch
Altes Museum
Ancient and Primeval Beech Forests of the Carpathians and Other Regions of Europe
Archaeological Border complex of Hedeby and the Danevirke
Artists' Colony in Darmstadt
Augustusburg and Falkenlust Palaces
Bauhaus and its Sites in Weimar, Dessau and Bernau

Upcoming public holidays

September 20, 2026Weltkindertag

October 3, 2026Tag der Deutschen Einheit

October 31, 2026Reformationstag

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