New (First) Ethiopian Passport
If you qualify for Ethiopian Citizenship, you may apply for a new (and first) Ethiopian Passport.
All applications must be made in person at the Embassy as you will be required to provide fingerprints.
1. Download and complete the application form.
You must complete two copies of the application form.
If you are experiencing problems downloading the application form, please contact the consular section to request a copy by email.
Completing the Application Form
The form must be completed in BLOCK CAPITAL letters in either blue or black ink.
You must:
- Complete the form to the best of your ability, answering all the required questions clearly. Your application may not be processed if you fail to provide all necessary information
- Sign and date the form, where asked
If you have any questions concerning your application, please contact the consular section via the contact form.
2. Required documents.
You are required to submit the following documents in support of your application.
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Two copies of the completed Ethiopian Passport application form.
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Four recent passport-sized colour photographs.
Four recent passport-sized colour photographs (with white background). The photograph should be full face without sunglasses, hat or other head covering unless for ethnic or religious reasons. Please write your name on the back of the photograph in BLOCK CAPITAL letters. Please note that we may not accept photographs that do not meet these specifications.
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Two copies of a supporting document.
Two copies of a supporting document certifying your Ethiopian citizenship. The following documents are acceptable:
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- Birth Certificate
- Residence Permit
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3. Fees and Payment
The correct fee must be enclosed with your application.
The following methods of payment are accepted:
- Debit or credit card
- Banker’s Draft
- Postal Orders – made payable to “The Ethiopian Embassy”.
| TYPE OF TRAVEL DOCUMENT | No. of Pages | FEE | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diplomatic Passport | 32 | Gratis | |
| Service Passport | 32 | Gratis | |
| Ordinary Passport | 32 | £50.00 | |
| Ordinary Passport | 48 | £59.00 | |
| Ordinary Passport | 64 | £80.00 | |
| Laissez-Passer | 8 | £42.00 | |
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TYPE OF TRAVEL DOCUMENT Diplomatic Passport |
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|---|---|
| No. of Pages | 32 |
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TYPE OF TRAVEL DOCUMENT Service Passport |
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|---|---|
| No. of Pages | 32 |
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TYPE OF TRAVEL DOCUMENT Ordinary Passport |
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|---|---|
| No. of Pages | 32 |
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TYPE OF TRAVEL DOCUMENT Ordinary Passport |
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|---|---|
| No. of Pages | 48 |
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TYPE OF TRAVEL DOCUMENT Ordinary Passport |
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|---|---|
| No. of Pages | 64 |
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TYPE OF TRAVEL DOCUMENT Laissez-Passer |
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|---|---|
| No. of Pages | 8 |
4. Submitting your application to the Embassy.
All applications must be made in person at the Embassy as you will be required to provide fingerprints.
You may submit your application at any time during the Consular Section’s working hours. See opening hours for further information.
You do not require an appointment to submit your application.
Please make sure that you bring all the required documents.
5. Processing times and return of passport.
It takes approximately 45 days to process an Ethiopian Passport application.
Consular Section will notify you when your passport has been issued and ready for collection.
All applicants are required to collect their passports in person at the Consular Section.
we appreciate your help.