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Apostolic Nunciature in Ethiopia

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The Holy See is represented in Ethiopia by 1 mission: an apostolic nunciature in Addis Ababa. Ethiopian citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to the Holy See.

Apostolic Nunciature in Addis Ababa

In Addis Ababa, the apostolic nunciature of the Holy See represents the Holy See towards Ethiopia.

Holy See visa for Ethiopian citizens

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Ethiopian citizens need a visa for the Holy See, obtained before travel.

Ethiopia’s missions in the Holy See

Ethiopia has no mission in the Holy See on record; Ethiopian citizens there would be served by an embassy accredited from another country.

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The Holy See in Ethiopia

Worldwide, the Holy See has 88 missions in 85 countries; one of them is in Ethiopia.

Travel to Ethiopia for citizens of the Holy See

Ethiopia requires a visa from citizens of the Holy See, available online as an e-Visa for up to 90 days.

When the apostolic nunciature of the Holy See in Ethiopia is closed

The apostolic nunciature of the Holy See 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 the Holy See, such as Immaculate Conception (Immacolata Concezione) on Tuesday 8 December 2026.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the apostolic nunciature of the Holy See in Ethiopia?

The apostolic nunciature of the Holy See is in Addis Ababa.

Do Ethiopian citizens need a visa for the Holy See?

Ethiopian citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to the Holy See.

Do citizens of the Holy See need a visa for Ethiopia?

Ethiopia requires a visa from citizens of the Holy See, available online as an e-Visa for up to 90 days.

Does Ethiopia have an embassy in the Holy See?

No mission of Ethiopia in the Holy See is on record.