YemenEthiopia: e-Visa

YemenEthiopia

Do Yemen passport holders need a visa for Ethiopia?

e-Visa

Yes. Yemen passport holders need a visa for Ethiopia, available online as an e-visa before travel.

An e-visa must be applied for and approved online before travel.

Source: evisa.gov.et (checked September 3, 2026).

Requiremente-Visa

Maximum stay30 days

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelYes, arrange in advance

Data as of2026-10-14

Distance920 km, straight line (~1h 35m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Ethiopia163 of 242 nationalities tracked

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

Visa-free alternatives near Ethiopia

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

Other visa-free destinations for Yemen passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Yemen passport holders need a visa for Ethiopia?

Yes. Yemen passport holders need a visa for Ethiopia, available online as an e-visa before travel.

How long can Yemen citizens stay in Ethiopia without a visa?

Up to 30 days, for tourism, ordinary passport.

How far is Ethiopia from Yemen?

About 920 km in a straight line, roughly ~1h 35m 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.

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

Sudan, Kenya, Rwanda, Burundi, Comoros, Seychelles.

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 Yemen

Yemen, officially the Republic of Yemen, is a country in West Asia. Located in southern Arabia, the country includes the Socotra Archipelago and borders Saudi Arabia to the north, Oman to the northeast, the Arabian Sea to the east, the Gulf of Aden to the south, and the Red Sea to the west. It also shares maritime borders with Djibouti, Eritrea, and Somalia across the Horn of Africa. Covering 455,503 square kilometres (175,871 sq mi), with a coastline of approximately 2,000 kilometres (1,200 mi), Yemen is the second-largest country on the Arabian Peninsula by area and the second-largest by population. Sanaa is its constitutional capital and largest city. Yemen's population is estimated at 34.7 million, predominantly Muslim Arabs.

CapitalSana'a

RegionWestern Asia

Population41.8M

Area527,968 km²

CurrencyYemeni rial (1 USD ≈ 236.18 YER)

LanguagesArabic

Calling code+967

Drives on theright

TimezoneAden (UTC+3)

Nearest airportSanaa International Airport (SAH), 14 km

Emergency number199

UNESCO sites5

Income levelLow income

GDP per capita$634 (2018)

Tourist arrivals398K (2015)

Travel guide

Yemen is a country in the southern Arabian Peninsula of the Middle East. Although it is rich in history and culture, being part of several civilizations, the country has been in a state of flux since the 1980s. It is one of the least developed and poorest countries in the world.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Landmarks of the Ancient Kingdom of Saba
Old Sana'a
Shibam
Socotra Archipelago
Zabid

Upcoming public holidays

September 26, 2026ثورة 26 سبتمبر المجيدة

October 14, 2026ثورة 14 أكتوبر المجيدة

November 30, 2026عيد الجلاء

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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.

Upcoming public holidays

September 27, 2026መስቀል

January 7, 2027ልደተ-ለእግዚእነ/ ገና

January 19, 2027ნათლისღება

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