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Ethiopia

Find essential information to decide on your next steps.

OVERVIEW
Hello Ethiopian youth! Welcome to WakaWell

Thinking about migrating and need reliable info? You’re in the right place! We’ve got all the important details on migration opportunities, how to get started, and what to keep in mind. 

Before you take the leap, we want to make sure you’re fully prepared. Moving to a new country is exciting, but it can also feel like a lot. We’re here to make it easier and guide you through the process. 

LEARN
Your future, your journey

Note: All the information below is provided by experts from the International Organization for Migration (IOM), verified by government partners whenever possible and updated on an annual basis. We provide external links when relevant but cannot take responsibility for the quality of information provided by external partners. 

Destinations

Where can I go with my Ethiopian passport?

The WakaWell Visa Wizard offers a quick overview of tourist visa requirements for various countries, tailored specifically for Ethiopian passport holders. While a tourist visa doesn’t permit work, study, or long-term stays, it’s a great starting point to explore your options. Access all the information you need to plan your journey and make informed choices for your future. The world is waiting for you—start your adventure today!

Country
Visa Required

RESOURCES
Explore valuable resources for your journey

Resources and organizations to guide and support your journey.

Immigration and Citizenship Service (ICS)

IOM is collaborating with Immigration and Citizenship Services (ICS) to enhance migrant protection and strengthen Integrated border governance, including registration and post-arrival support for migrant returnees, document verification, and support at airports and border crossing points.  

Prime Minister of Ethiopia’s National Identification Program (NIDP)

IOM collaborates with the Prime Minister of Ethiopia’s National Identification Program (NIDP) to facilitate access to identification documents for vulnerable migrant returnees, displaced persons and affected communities.

National Partnership Coalition (NPC) – Ministry of Justice

Through the NPC, the Ministry of Justice is responsible for coordinating governmental and non-governmental stockholders involved in the country's migration governance, especially in the prevention and control of human trafficking and smuggling of migrants.

Ethiopian Disaster Risk Management Commission (EDRMC)

IOM works with the Ethiopian Disaster Risk Management Commission (EDRMC) to register vulnerable Ethiopian returnees from countries such as Djibouti, Lebanon, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA), Yemen and others.