The NGO Visa (NV) (Multiple Entry) to Ethiopia is a visa for people who have been invited by non-governmental organizations (NGOs) operating in Ethiopia for employment or short-term assignments. The visa must be applied for before departure to Ethiopia.
NGO (NV) (Multiple Entry) visas to Ethiopia can be granted for stays of up to a total of 90 days. The visa can be used for multiple entries. The validity of the visa begins to be counted from the date indicated as the intended date of entry into Ethiopia.
At Alla Visum you can get help applying for an NGO visa (NV) to Ethiopia. We help you check the data, reduce the risk of errors and ensure that your application is handled correctly before travel. You can fill out the application online, upload documents, and get support throughout the process.
About NGO (NV) (Multiple Entry) visa to Ethiopia
The Ethiopian NGO Visa (NV) is intended for non-Ethiopian citizens who have been invited by a non-governmental organization (NGO) operating in Ethiopia for employment or short-term assignments.
The visa provides the right stay of up to 90 days in total and can be used for multiple entries. The validity of the visa starts from the planned date of entry stated in the application.
If you need to stay longer than the granted period of stay, you can apply for an extension before the visa expires.
An approved visa does not automatically guarantee that you will be allowed to enter Ethiopia. The final decision on entry is always made by the immigration authority upon arrival.
You will need the following documents to apply
- Completed visa application
- Copy of passport information page
- The passport must be valid at least 6 months after the date of entry
- Visa photo
- A round-trip ticket
- Copy of previous NV visa or recent extension, if applicable
- Letter of invitation or support from the international or continental organisation that has invited the applicant (must not be older than one week)
- For aid organisations: the organisation's renewed recognition certificate
- Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) certificate of the inviting organisation
Rules for NGO (NV) (Multiple Entry) to Ethiopia
Important rules to know:
- The visa is valid for multiple entries
- The visa entitles you to stay for up to 90 days in total
- The validity of the visa starts from the planned date of entry
- Any extension must be applied for before the visa expires
- If the visa has been expired for 1–15 days, an extension can be applied for online
- If the visa has been expired for more than 15 days, the extension must be applied for in person at the Immigration and Citizenship Service in Addis Ababa
- Persons who stay longer than the permitted period of stay without an approved extension may be subject to fines and other legal sanctions
Are you a Swedish citizen?
Swedish citizens can apply for an NGO visa (NV) to Ethiopia through All Visas before departure. The application process is online, which means that you do not need to visit an embassy or consulate to submit your application.
Embassy of Sweden in Ethiopia
The embassy of Sweden in Ethiopia is located in Addis Ababa and mainly assists Ethiopian citizens who want to apply for a visa, work permit or residence permit to Sweden. The embassy can also provide consular support to Swedish citizens who are in Ethiopia.
Embassy of Ethiopia in Sweden
The embassy of Ethiopia in Sweden is located in Stockholm and primarily assists Swedish citizens and residents with questions about travel and entry to Ethiopia. If you want to apply for an NGO visa (NV) to Ethiopia or need help with the application process, you can contact All Visas for assistance with your application.
What happens next
- 1.Complete your order by making the payment.
- 2.Each traveler receives an email with a link to fill in their application form and upload the required documents.
- 3.We review your application and contact you if any details or documents need to be completed.
- 4.When your application is ready, we send your visa by email or post, according to the delivery option you chose.
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FAQ NGO Visa Multiple Entry to Ethiopia
The NGO visa (NV) for Ethiopia is a visa for non-Ethiopian citizens who have been invited by a non-governmental organization (NGO) operating in Ethiopia for employment or short-term assignments.
NGO (NV) (Multiple Entry) visa to Ethiopia for single entry entitles you to stays of up to 90 days.
The validity of the visa starts from the planned date of entry specified in the application.
Yes. This visa category is valid for multiple entries and maximum stays of up to 90 days in total.
Yes. You can apply for an extension before the visa expires. If the visa has been expired for 1–15 days, you can apply for an extension online. If the visa has been expired for more than 15 days, you will need to apply for an extension in person at the Immigration and Citizenship Service in Addis Ababa.
You will need a passport photo, a physical passport valid for at least six months from the date of intended entry, a letter of support from the inviting organisation, and additional documents depending on the organisation's activities.
A letter of support is a document from the international or continental organization that has invited you to Ethiopia. The letter must not be older than one week when the application is submitted.
Yes. The inviting organisation must submit its Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) certificate. If the organisation is an aid organisation, the organisation's renewed recognition certificate is also required.
The price starts from — SEK per application and varies depending on the chosen service level and any additional services. You will always see the final price before completing your order.
The processing time may vary depending on the workload of the authorities and other circumstances. We recommend that you apply well in advance of departure.
We recommend that you apply well in advance of departure so that the visa can be issued before travel.
At Alla Visum, we help you through the entire application process. We review your documents, help you fill out the application correctly and ensure that all documents meet the authorities' requirements before submitting the application.
Yes. NGO visas (NVs) are intended for people who have been invited by an NGO in Ethiopia for employment or short-term assignments.
No. An approved visa does not guarantee that you will be allowed to enter Ethiopia. The final decision on entry is always made by the immigration authority upon arrival.
Persons who stay longer than the permitted period of stay without an approved extension may be subject to fines and other legal penalties under Ethiopian law.
Yes. Every traveler covered by the visa requirement needs their own visa, including children traveling with their parents or guardians.
What happens next
- 1.Complete your order by making the payment.
- 2.Each traveler receives an email with a link to fill in their application form and upload the required documents.
- 3.We review your application and contact you if any details or documents need to be completed.
- 4.When your application is ready, we send your visa by email or post, according to the delivery option you chose.
NGO Visa Multiple Entry
Valid for
1 year
Number of entries
Multiple entries
Max stay
30 days
Requirements for NGO Visa Multiple Entry to Ethiopia
- Copy of passport information page
- Visa photo
- Invitation