- Address
- Villa Italia, Kebena’, Addis Ababa
- Phone
- +251111235684
- Website
- ambaddisabeba.esteri.it
- Head of mission
- Busanelli Maurizio
Italy
Ethiopia
Italian Embassy in Ethiopia
1 embassy
Italy is represented in Ethiopia by 1 mission: an embassy in Addis Ababa. Ethiopian citizens need a visa for Italy, obtained before travel.
Italian Embassy in Addis Ababa
At Villa Italia, Kebena’, Addis Ababa, the Italian embassy represents Italy towards Ethiopia. The head of mission on record is Busanelli Maurizio. Its phone number and website are on its page.
Italy visa for Ethiopian citizens
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Italy visa requirements for citizens of Ethiopia
- Schengen visa (type C) – tourism, and tourism to visit family or friends
- National visa (type D) – study, work, family, elective residence, digital nomads
- Schengen short-stay visa (type C) – business
- Schengen short-stay visa (type C) – visiting family or friends
- Fee: €90
- 21 required documents
checked 22 October 2026
Ethiopian citizens need a visa for Italy, obtained before travel. From Ethiopia, the application is made at the Italian embassy in Addis Ababa or through a visa centre appointed by Italy.
Ethiopia’s missions in Italy
Missions of Ethiopia in Italy (2)
In return, Ethiopia has 2 missions in Italy, including its embassy in Rome.
Good to know
Italy in Ethiopia
Worldwide, Italy has 580 missions in 172 countries; one of them is in Ethiopia.
Travel to Ethiopia for Italian citizens
Italian citizens receive their visa for Ethiopia at the border; it covers up to 90 days. In Ethiopia, Italian citizens can turn to the Italian embassy for passports and emergency help.
When the Italian embassy in Ethiopia is closed
The Italian 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 Italy, such as Immaculate Conception (Immacolata Concezione) on Tuesday 8 December 2026.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the Italian embassy in Ethiopia?
The Italian embassy is in Addis Ababa, at Villa Italia, Kebena’, Addis Ababa.
Do Ethiopian citizens need a visa for Italy?
Ethiopian citizens need a visa for Italy, obtained before travel.
Do Italian citizens need a visa for Ethiopia?
Italian citizens can get a visa on arrival in Ethiopia, valid for stays of up to 90 days.
Does Ethiopia have an embassy in Italy?
Yes, Ethiopia has its embassy in Rome, along with 1 other mission in Italy.