Ethiopian visa for Nigerian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Nigerian passport holders visiting Ethiopia for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Nigerian citizens to enter Ethiopia for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Ethiopia e-visa for Nigerian citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | Ethiopia visa on arrival for Nigerian citizens | Not Available | |
Ethiopia tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Nigerian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Ethiopia.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Ethiopia.
If you are looking for Ethiopia visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Nigeria, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Ethiopia nearest your place of residence.
- Abuja: The Embassy of Ethiopia in Abuja, Nigeria (Working hours: Close now. Open in 5 hours 54 minutes)
Ethiopia visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Ethiopia diplomatic mission offices to Nigeria for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Nigeria traveling to Ethiopia from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Nigeria) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 383 | N/A |
| 2009 | 427 | 11.49% |
| 2010 | 468 | 9.60% |
| 2011 | 523 | 11.75% |
| 2012 | 597 | 14.15% |
| 2013 | 681 | 14.07% |
| 2014 | 770 | 13.07% |
| 2015 | 864 | 12.21% |
| 2016 | 871 | 0.81% |
| 2017 | 933 | 7.12% |
| 2018 | 849 | -9.00% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Ethiopia & Nigeria comparison
Ethiopia's area is approximately 1,000,000 km2 (386,102 sq mi), while the area of Nigeria is approximately 910,770 km2 (351,650 sq mi). This means Nigeria is 9.80% smaller than Ethiopia.
As of April 2024, Ethiopia's population is ~126.8 million people - 100,631,350 fewer people than the population of Nigeria.
We have highlighted Ethiopia & Nigeria’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Ethiopia | Nigeria | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 126,781,844 | 227,413,194 | 100.6 million fewer people live in Ethiopia than Nigeria |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 11 | 102 | Ethiopia has 91 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Nigeria. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 12 | 26 | Ethiopia passport holders visit 14 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 72 | 93 | Ethiopian hosts 21 fewer foreign missions than Nigeria. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Nigeria travel to Ethiopia in one year?
The number of visitors from Nigeria visiting Ethiopia in 2018 was approximately 849.
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| Wind | 0.25 km/h | |
| Sunrise | 12:16 PM | |
Useful Information
- Addis Ababa to Abuja: 3181.45 km (1976.86 mi)
- Travel time: 6 hours 37 minutes
This page was last updated on: April 2024