Ethiopia Visa for Indian & Pakistani Passport Holders in Dubai

Indian passport holders residing in the UAE are fully eligible for the Ethiopia eVisa. There are no additional restrictions, no prior visa history requirements, and no specific financial thresholds for the tourist eVisa. The process is the same as for any other nationality: apply online at evisa.et, pay USD 52, and receive the approval by email within 1-3 business days.

Indian passport holders should note that their UAE residence visa status does not affect Ethiopia eVisa eligibility. Whether you hold an employment visa, spouse/dependent visa, investor visa, or long-term UAE residency, you can apply for an Ethiopia eVisa in the same way. You do not need to submit your UAE visa details as part of the Ethiopia eVisa application.

Pakistani passport holders in Dubai are also eligible for the Ethiopia eVisa and can apply online at evisa.et. The application process, fees, and documents required are identical to those for Indian passport holders — there is no nationality-based discrimination in Ethiopia's eVisa system for these nationalities.

Ethiopian authorities do not have specific additional requirements for Pakistani passport holders beyond the standard tourist eVisa documentation. This makes Ethiopia one of the more accessible African destinations for Pakistani nationals based in the UAE, compared to countries like the UK or Schengen states that require extensive documentation and bank statements.

The Ethiopia eVisa application at evisa.et is the same for both Indian and Pakistani passport holders. Here is the exact step-by-step process:

1. 1Go to evisa.et — the official Ethiopian eVisa portal. Do not use third-party websites that charge inflated service fees for the same visa.
2. 2Click "Apply Now" and select "Tourist Visa" (for leisure travel) or "Business Visa" (for business meetings, conferences, or commercial activities).
3. 3Fill in your personal information exactly as it appears on your passport: full name, date of birth, gender, nationality (Indian or Pakistani), and passport number.
4. 4Enter your passport details: issue date, expiry date, and country of issue (India or Pakistan). Note your UAE residence visa details are NOT required.
5. 5Enter your travel details: intended date of arrival in Ethiopia, port of entry (select Addis Ababa Bole International Airport for flights from Dubai), and intended length of stay.
6. 6Upload your passport photograph (white background, JPEG, max 300KB) and a clear scan of your passport bio page (all details readable).
7. 7Upload your supporting documents: confirmed return flight booking and hotel/accommodation confirmation.
8. 8Select single-entry (USD 52) or multiple-entry (USD 72) and proceed to payment. Pay with your UAE Visa or Mastercard credit or debit card.
9. 9Submit the application. Save your application reference number from the confirmation email.
10. 10Wait for approval — typically 1-3 business days. The approved eVisa arrives as a PDF by email.
11. 11Download, print, and carry the eVisa approval letter. Present it at check-in at Dubai International Airport and at immigration on arrival in Addis Ababa.

OraVisa recommends applying at least 10 days before departure. If you are unsure about document quality or want a review before submission, OraVisa's team can check your application for errors before you pay — reducing the risk of rejection.

Ethiopian Airlines is one of Africa's most extensive hub carriers and a major transit point for passengers travelling from Dubai to destinations across sub-Saharan Africa. Many Indian and Pakistani travellers in Dubai transit through Addis Ababa Bole Airport when connecting to East African or Southern African destinations.

Whether you need a transit visa for Addis Ababa depends on the length of your layover and whether you intend to leave the airport terminal:

Ethiopian Airlines has an official "Transit Tour" programme that allows passengers on long layovers to take city tours of Addis Ababa. If you are using this programme, ensure you have the correct transit visa before departure. OraVisa can arrange transit eVisas for Indian and Pakistani passport holders with Addis Ababa layovers on the same day in most cases.

The following document checklist is tailored specifically for Indian and Pakistani passport holders in Dubai applying for an Ethiopia tourist eVisa:

OraVisa specialises in visa applications for Indian and Pakistani passport holders in the UAE. Our team has extensive experience with the Ethiopia eVisa application process and provides personalised support — document review, application submission, and approval tracking — so you can travel with confidence.