Can I work remotely for my employer abroad while visiting Ethiopia?

The official source doesn't say. (Tourist visa (VT); source: evisa.gov.et)

Can I work in Ethiopia as a visitor?

The official source doesn't say. (Tourist visa (VT); source: evisa.gov.et)

Can I attend business meetings in Ethiopia as a visitor?

No. Business trips use a business-category visa, such as the investment or conference visa. (Tourist visa (VT); source: evisa.gov.et)

Can I study in Ethiopia as a visitor?

The official source doesn't say. (Tourist visa (VT); source: evisa.gov.et)

Visafar / Can I do that on a visit? / Ethiopia

What you can do on a visit to Ethiopia

On a Tourist visa (VT) (30 or 90 days, single entry), you can come for: holiday. Tap any line to see the official source.

Your passport

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Who it's for: All nationalities, online or on arrival
How long: 30 or 90 days, single entry

You can

Tourism and holidays
for tourism or other non-business-related purposes onlyevisa.gov.et ↗

You can't

Business meetings
Business trips use a business-category visa, such as the investment or conference visa.
for tourism or other non-business-related purposes onlyevisa.gov.et ↗

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Visiting family or friendsThe source doesn't say
Nothing on this in the official source read. Ask the embassy before you rely on it.
Conferences and trade fairsThe source doesn't say
Nothing on this in the official source read. Ask the embassy before you rely on it.
Negotiating or signing contractsThe source doesn't say
Nothing on this in the official source read. Ask the embassy before you rely on it.
Remote work for an employer abroadThe source doesn't say
Nothing on this in the official source read. Ask the embassy before you rely on it.
Paid work in the countryThe source doesn't say
Nothing on this in the official source read. Ask the embassy before you rely on it.
Short study or coursesThe source doesn't say
Nothing on this in the official source read. Ask the embassy before you rely on it.
VolunteeringThe source doesn't say
Nothing on this in the official source read. Ask the embassy before you rely on it.
Medical treatmentThe source doesn't say
Nothing on this in the official source read. Ask the embassy before you rely on it.

Official sources (1)

Tourist visa (Ethiopian eVisa, Immigration and Citizenship Service). Checked 17 October 2026.

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Not legal advice. Short visits only. Rules change without notice and the border officer decides; confirm with the official source before you travel. Page built 2026-10-19.