Ethiopian passport ranks among world’s lowest, limiting travel to 17 visa-free destinations
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NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 26 — Ethiopian passport holders can travel to only 17 countries without a visa, according to figures attributed to the 2026 Global Passport Power Index, highlighting barriers facing Ethiopian citizens seeking international business, education and cultural opportunities.
The index places Ethiopia at position 90 globally, alongside countries including Somalia, Yemen, Syria and Afghanistan, according to the report cited by Passport Rank.
Ethiopian citizens can access a further 33 destinations through visas on arrival, while only five African Union member states — Kenya, Benin, The Gambia, Rwanda and Togo — are listed as allowing them visa-free entry.
