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Russian Embassy in Ethiopia

1 embassy

Russia is represented in Ethiopia by 1 mission: an embassy in Addis Ababa. Russia requires Ethiopian citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.

Russian Embassy in Addis Ababa

The Russian embassy is in Addis Ababa, the capital of Ethiopia, at Comoros Street, Addis Ababa. The head of mission on record is Терехин Евгений Евгеньевич. Its phone number and website are on its page.

Russia visa for Ethiopian citizens

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Russia visa requirements for citizens of Ethiopia

  • Unified electronic visa (e-visa)
  • Regular tourist visa
  • Private, business, study and work visas (invitation-based)
  • 11 required documents

checked 22 October 2026

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Ethiopian citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to Russia. In Ethiopia, applications go to the Russian embassy in Addis Ababa, or to a visa centre working for Russia.

Ethiopia’s missions in Russia

Missions of Ethiopia in Russia (1)

In return, Ethiopia has an embassy in Russia, in Moscow.

Good to know

Russia in Ethiopia

Worldwide, Russia has 301 missions in 155 countries; one of them is in Ethiopia.

Travel to Ethiopia for Russian citizens

Russian citizens receive their visa for Ethiopia at the border; it covers up to 90 days. In Ethiopia, Russian citizens can turn to the Russian embassy for passports and emergency help.

When the Russian embassy in Ethiopia is closed

The Russian 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 Russia, such as New Year's Day on Friday 1 January 2027.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the Russian embassy in Ethiopia?

The Russian embassy is in Addis Ababa, at Comoros Street, Addis Ababa.

Do Ethiopian citizens need a visa for Russia?

Ethiopian citizens need a visa for Russia, obtained before travel.

Do Russian citizens need a visa for Ethiopia?

Russian citizens receive their visa for Ethiopia at the border; it covers up to 90 days.

Does Ethiopia have an embassy in Russia?

Yes, Ethiopia has its embassy in Moscow.