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East Africa · 0.9M visitors/year
Ethiopia
🏛️ Addis Ababa
💰 ETB · Birr🗣 Amharic🕐 UTC+3✈️ e-Visa on arrival
Tourism at a Glance
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Annual Visitors
0.9M
💰
Tourism Revenue
$3.5B
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UNESCO Sites
9
🌿
National Parks
22
📅 Best Season to Visit
October – May
⭐ Visitor Rating
★★★★
3.8 out of 5.0
🌍 Top Source Markets
USUKChina
Country Information
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Capital

Addis Ababa

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Currency

ETB · Birr

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Languages

Amharic

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Time Zone

UTC+3

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Visa

e-Visa on arrival

Explore Nearby CountriesFrequently Asked Questions
Is Ethiopia safe to visit?
Ethiopia welcomes 0.9M visitors annually. Always check your government travel advisory before booking.
Best time to visit Ethiopia?
The best time to visit Ethiopia is October – May.
Do I need a visa for Ethiopia?
e-Visa on arrival. Verify with the Ethiopia embassy for your nationality.
What currency is used in Ethiopia?
The currency is the ETB · Birr.
What language is spoken in Ethiopia?
Official language(s): Amharic.
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