Ethiopia - Apply for Student Visa

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Procedure

Apply In-Person:

1. Application for student visa in Ethiopia is available in Main Department of Immigration and Nationality Affairs, Ethiopia contact link
2. Applicant has to enter all information that is mentioned under “Required Information” section of this page.
3. Applicant must make sure to carry all documents that are mentioned under “Required Documents” section of this page.
4. Applicant must have both photocopies and originals of the required documents.
5. Applicant must attach photocopies of documents (whichever is required) along with the application form while submitting.
6. Fee for this procedure has to be paid as per authority’s request.
7. If all above-mentioned procedures were followed properly, applicant can get their document within one day.
8. Applicant can get their visa from the office.
9. If the application is rejected, the applicant has to undergo the application procedure from the beginning.
   

Apply Online

1. Application for a student visa in Ethiopia is available in the following application link
2. Applicant has to choose the “Visa Type” and their “Citizenship” and then, they have to check the box before “I agree to the terms and conditions”.
3. Then, they have to click on the “I’m not a robot” box. After that, they need to click on the “Continue” button.
4. On the next page, applicant has to enter “Arrival Information” and then click on “Continue” button.
5. On the following page, applicant has to enter their “Personal Information” and then click on “Continue” button.
6. Applicant has to upload digital copies of supporting documents that are mentioned under “Required Documents” section of this page.
7. After submitting documents, applicant has to review their application and click on “Submit” button to finally submit their application form.
8. Fee for this procedure can be paid online.
9. If all above-mentioned procedures were followed properly, applicant can get their visa within one week via post.
10. Applicant can also check their application status online.
    

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Required Documents

• Detailed cover letter from the institution addressed to director of Immigration Services, Ethiopia
• National Passport
• Passport sized photographs – 2
• Academic Certificate
• Commitment letter from parent or guardian or sponsor
• Proof of Funds
• If a minor, then, consent letter from parents is necessary
• Copy of Parent’s National Passport
• Birth Certificate
• If a refugee, clearance letter from Department of Refugee Affairs is necessary
• Police Clearance Certificate
  

Office Locations & Contacts

Location: Addis Ababa
Address: Main Department for Immigration and Nationality Affairs,
AradaSubcityKebele 05,
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Contact:+251111553899
Contact link
Location link

Eligibility

Foreign students who are willing to pursue their education in Ethiopian Institution is eligible.

Fees

Fee for this procedure has to be paid as per authority’s request.

Validity

It is valid for a period of 1 year.

Documents to Use

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Sample Documents

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Processing Time

Processing time for this procedure is one day.

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Instructions

• Applicant must complete the application form before submitting. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
• Applicant must provide genuine information while applying for this procedure.
  

Required Information

• Name of the Student
• Type of Pass
• Current Immigration Status
• Nationality
• Date of Birth
• Place of Birth
• Passport
• Education Institution details – Name, Postal Address, Physical Address
• Course Duration
• Any Local Contacts
• Application Type
• Date of Arrival in Ethiopia
  

Need for the Document

Students who are willing to continue their studies in Ethiopia must have a student visa.

Information which might help

• Main Department of Immigration and Foreign Affairs in Ethiopia is responsible for providing visas and other related activities within Ethiopia.
• Applicant can also reach out to embassies of their origin country in Ethiopia.
  

Other uses of the Document/Certificate

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e.g. Birth Certificate can be used as proof of identity.

External Links

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