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Business Travel Requirements for a Ethiopia Visa for Australian Citizens

1. Pre-Approval

   The Embassy of Ethiopia in Canberra will only process Business Visa Applications once they have received confirmation of approval from The Main Department of Immigration and Nationality Affairs of Ethiopia. The approval will also get sent to the person requesting it who will need to forward it to the applicant in Australia. A copy of the approval needs to be submitted with the application.

2. Visa Validity

   Visa is valid from the date of issue. Entry and exit must occur within the validity of the visa.

   The validity of the issued visa is at the discretion of the Embassy/Consulate and may vary to that advertised.

3. Duration of Stay

   Holders of this visa can remain in country for the entire validity of the visa.

   The duration of stay issued on the visa is at the discretion of the Embassy/Consulate and may vary to that advertised.

4. Passport

   The applicant's actual passport. The passport must:

   • Be valid for six months beyond exit date
   • Have two blank facing visa pages

5. Photograph(s)

   One passport sized colour photograph. The photograph must:

   • Be taken within the last three months and printed on high-quality photo paper
   • Be taken against an all white background
   • Be 45mm (h) by 35 mm (w) 
   • Provide the full frontal view of your head with your face centered in the middle and displaying a neutral (non-smiling) expression
   • You may wear neither eyeglasses nor headwear except for religious purposes
   • Your photo should be glued to the designated section of the visa application form (in the absence of a designated area, affix to the top right or top left corner).

6. Business Introduction Letter

   You are required to provide a Business Introduction Letter from your Australian-based company. All letters must be printed on company letterhead that displays an Australia mailing address. Use the sample Business Introduction Letter provided at https://cibtvisas.com.au/forms?formname=Business-Introduction-Letter-Sample.pdf using the exact language and format provided in order to prevent a rejection and possible delays with your visa request.

7. Letter of Invitation

   A letter of invitation from the applicants host. A copy is acceptable. This letter must:

   • Be addressed to the Ethiopian Embassy
   • Be on company letterhead paper
   • Include the name of the applicant
   • Specify the purpose of journey
   • Include the name of the organisation(s) to be visited
   • Specify the requested type of visa, number of entries and the length of visa required
   • Include an acceptance of financial responsibility for the applicant
   • Be dated and signed by the applicants host

   Please Note: Applicants providing a Letter of Invitation from an Ethiopian based company will need to request that the inviting company in Ethiopia also sends a copy of the Letter of Invitation to the Department of Immigration in Ethiopia.

8. Proof of Travel Arrangements

   Details of travel arrangements. These must be provided as a copy of the flight confirmation showing exact entry and exit dates and locations.

9. Visa Application Form

   One fully completed and signed application form with an original signature (do not print double sided).

10. CIBTvisas Order Confirmation

    Please provide the CIBTvisas Order Summary which will be emailed to you at the time of placing the order.

11. Please Read

    The Embassy will assess each application on its merits and will determine the type, validity and number of entries at their discretion based on the purpose of journey as described in the business letter provided. Please be aware that a visa with less/more validity and number of entries than that requested may be issued and the fee may vary accordingly.

12. Dual Nationals

    Applicants who hold dual nationality (i.e. Australian and another nationality) must apply for the visa on their Australian passport.