French PolynesiaEthiopia: Visa on arrival

French PolynesiaEthiopia

Do France passport holders need a visa for Ethiopia?

Visa on arrival

A visa is not required in advance. France passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival in Ethiopia.

A visa is issued at the border on arrival, usually for a fee, with no advance application.

French Polynesia does not issue its own passport; residents travel on a France passport. See the France passport.

Source: evisa.gov.et (checked September 4, 2026).

    RequirementVisa on arrival
    Maximum stayLength of stay varies
    ScopeTourism, ordinary passport
    Action before travelNone, travel on your passport
    Data as of2026-10-19
    Distance18,710 km, straight line (~22h 31m nonstop)
    Visa-free access to Ethiopia163 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Ethiopia passport holders visiting French Polynesia: Visa required.

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Frequently asked questions

Do France passport holders need a visa for Ethiopia?

A visa is not required in advance. France passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival in Ethiopia.

How far is Ethiopia from French Polynesia?

About 18,710 km in a straight line, roughly ~22h 31m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Ethiopia?

Ethiopian birr (ETB).

What is the emergency number in Ethiopia?

907 / 911 / 939 / 991.

What time zone is Ethiopia in?

Addis Ababa (UTC+3).

What is the nearest airport to Addis Ababa?

Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD), about 8 km away.

How many countries can enter Ethiopia without a visa?

163 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Ethiopia 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.