EthiopiaSan Marino: Visa required

EthiopiaSan Marino

Do Ethiopia passport holders need a visa for San Marino?

Visa required

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

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

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

San Marino has no border control of its own

San Marino is an enclave entirely surrounded by Italy, with no airport and no border posts. You reach it only through Italian territory, so you must be able to enter Italy, and therefore the Schengen Area, first. San Marino issues no visa of its own. The requirements below are Italy’s.

The requirement above is Italy’s, for a Ethiopia passport. Ethiopia → Italy in full.

    RequirementVisa required
    Maximum stayLength of stay varies
    ScopeTourism, ordinary passport
    Action before travelYes, arrange in advance
    Data as of2026-10-19
    Distance4,639 km, straight line (~5h 57m nonstop)
    Visa-free access to San Marino137 of 241 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? San Marino passport holders visiting Ethiopia: e-Visa.

Visa-free alternatives near San Marino

Ethiopia passport holders can visit these nearby destinations without a visa in advance:

Other visa-free destinations for Ethiopia passport holders

See all Ethiopia destinations →

Frequently asked questions

Do Ethiopia passport holders need a visa for San Marino?

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

How far is San Marino from Ethiopia?

About 4,639 km in a straight line, roughly ~5h 57m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in San Marino?

Euro (EUR).

What is the emergency number in San Marino?

112 / 113 / 115 / 118.

What time zone is San Marino in?

San Marino (UTC+2).

What is the nearest airport to San Marino?

Federico Fellini International Airport (RMI), about 16 km away.

How many countries can enter San Marino without a visa?

137 of the 241 nationalities this site tracks can enter San Marino visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

What nearby countries can Ethiopia passport holders visit without a visa instead of San Marino?

Andorra.

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.