Embassy of Germany in Addis Ababa
Today 07:45–13:45- Address
- Yeka Kifle Ketema (Khebena), Addis Abeba
- Phone
- +251 111 235139
- Website
- addis-abeba.diplo.de
- Head of mission
- Birgitt Ory, Ambassador
Germany
Ethiopia
German Embassy in Ethiopia
1 embassy
Germany is represented in Ethiopia by 1 mission: an embassy in Addis Ababa. Ethiopian citizens need a visa for Germany, obtained before travel.
German Embassy in Addis Ababa
Germany has its embassy in Addis Ababa, the capital; the address on record is Yeka Kifle Ketema (Khebena), Addis Abeba. The head of mission on record is Birgitt Ory, Ambassador. Its phone number and website are on its page.
Germany visa for Ethiopian citizens
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Germany visa requirements for citizens of Ethiopia
- Schengen visa (type C) – tourism
- Schengen visa (type C) – visiting friends or family in Germany
- National visa (type D) – study, work, family reunification
- Schengen short-stay visa (type C) – business
- Fee: €90
- 22 required documents
checked 22 October 2026
Ethiopian citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to Germany. In Ethiopia, applications go to the German embassy in Addis Ababa, or to a visa centre working for Germany.
Ethiopia’s missions in Germany
Missions of Ethiopia in Germany (6)
In return, Ethiopia has 6 missions in Germany, including its embassy in Berlin.
Good to know
Germany in Ethiopia
Worldwide, Germany has 571 missions in 191 countries; one of them is in Ethiopia.
Travel to Ethiopia for German citizens
Ethiopia issues German citizens a visa on arrival for stays of up to 90 days, so nothing has to be arranged in advance. In Ethiopia, German citizens can turn to the German embassy for passports and emergency help.
When the German embassy in Ethiopia is closed
The German embassy in Ethiopia closes on Ethiopia’s public holidays, the next being Christmas Day (Orthodox) on Thursday 7 January 2027, Epiphany (Orthodox) on Tuesday 19 January 2027 and Adwa Victory Day on Tuesday 2 March 2027, and usually on some holidays of Germany, such as Christmas Day (Erster Weihnachtstag) on Friday 25 December 2026.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the German embassy in Ethiopia?
The German embassy is in Addis Ababa, at Yeka Kifle Ketema (Khebena), Addis Abeba.
Do Ethiopian citizens need a visa for Germany?
Ethiopian citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to Germany.
Do German citizens need a visa for Ethiopia?
Ethiopia issues German citizens a visa on arrival for stays of up to 90 days, so nothing has to be arranged in advance.
Does Ethiopia have an embassy in Germany?
Yes, Ethiopia has its embassy in Berlin, along with 5 other missions in Germany.