Ethiopia Passport Ranking: Visa-Free Countries and Visa Requirements

EthiopiaThis country’s passport is ranked No. 172 globally.Last check:Last update:
Mobility Score51

How Do We Rank It?

passportreports.com's AI-supported ranking model ranks passports by mobility score, a metric that combines visa-free entry, visa on arrival, and electronic travel authorization access. When scores are tied, it first compares the number of visa-free destinations, then destinations accessible with electronic travel authorization, and finally visa-on-arrival destinations. Review the algorithm used in our methodology.

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Passport Mobility Over Time

Annual Mobility Score and global ranking history for this passport.

Mobility History Table
YearMobility ScoreGlobal Rank
202041164
202146168
202253172
202354172
202457163
202555161
202651172
Population
138,902,185(2026 est.)
Official language
Amharic; federal working languages: Afar, Oromo, Somali, Tigrinya
Government type
Federal parliamentary republic
Continent
Africa
Capital
Addis Ababa
Currency
Ethiopian birrs
Area
1,104,300 km²
Phone code
+251

Ethiopia: Other Rankings

Welcoming rankWelcoming Countries
25th out of 199 countries
Within-Language RankingSomali
1st out of 2 countries
Within-Language RankingTigrinya
1st out of 2 countries
Form-of-Government RankingFederal Parliamentary Republic
5th out of 8 countries
African Union RankingAfrican Union Countries
49th out of 54 countries
BRICS RankingBRICS Countries
10th out of 11 countries
G77 RankingG77 Countries
118th out of 132 countries

Key Destination Access

USARequired

A valid visa is required before travel.

United KingdomRequired

A valid visa is required before travel.

CanadaRequired

A valid visa is required before travel.

Schengen AreaRequired

A valid visa is required before travel.

About Ethiopia

Ethiopia is located in the Horn of Africa, a region of dramatic contrasts. Its landscape ranges from high plateaus to deep valleys and the Great Rift Valley. The country is landlocked, yet it has served as a historical crossroads for trade and culture. Its diverse terrain shapes both climate and human activity across the nation.

Daily life in Ethiopia often revolves around community and shared traditions. The country is known for its long independence and rich cultural heritage. Traditional coffee ceremonies and vibrant festivals mark the rhythm of ordinary life. Many people live in rural areas, engaging in agriculture and close-knit communal life.

Ethiopia plays a significant role as a regional diplomatic and economic hub. It hosts the headquarters of the African Union, reflecting its influence on the continent. The country has experienced periods of internal change and international engagement. Its position in the Horn of Africa makes it a key actor in regional stability and cooperation.