Detailed guidance
Read the sections relevant to your trip.
1 Why this matters in practice
Airlines and immigration staff are not only checking whether the passport is technically unexpired. They also care whether:
- validity is strong enough beyond the trip;
- the document is readable and undamaged;
- there is enough page space;
- the passport details match the visa file exactly.
2 Related checks travelers should not skip
2.1 Passport condition
If the passport is worn, damaged, or hard to read, renew it before you travel.
2.2 Blank pages
Keep at least one blank page, and preferably two if your passport already has many stamps.
2.3 Identity consistency
The passport used to apply should be the same passport used for travel. If the passport changes after application, re-check the approval carefully.
3 Best next step
Use the live Ethiopia visa requirements page to review the broader checklist before you pay. If your passport and trip details are aligned, continue to the secure application flow.