Africa
Ethiopia
Rock churches, the Simien Mountains, coffee ceremonies and ancient kingdoms. Say selam, and enjoy!
Caution: some areas are unsafe
Parts of this country are unsafe or advised against. Check your government's official travel advice before you go and during your trip.
Several regions are unsafe: check before any road trip outside Addis Ababa and the main sites.
Official advice for my nationality- Local time
- 16:17
- Currency
- ETB
- Calling code
- +251
- Capital
- Addis Ababa
- Languages spoken
- Amharic
Accessibility & disability
- Airlines and airports offer free assistance (wheelchair, help boarding): request it when you book, at least 48 hours before the flight.
- Carry your medicines in your hand luggage, in their original boxes, with a prescription or doctor's letter in English.
- Some medicines that are legal at home (strong painkillers, ADHD or anxiety medicines, codeine) can be restricted: check with the embassy before you go.
- Outside big cities, ramps, lifts and accessible toilets are rare, and pavements can be uneven: plan accommodation and transport in advance.
- Ask hotels for photos or details of "accessible" rooms: the word does not mean the same thing everywhere.
- Guide and assistance dogs follow the same entry rules as pets (microchip, vaccinations): prepare the papers early.
- Hidden disability? The sunflower lanyard is recognised in many airports to ask discreetly for more time or help.
- Check plugs and voltage before charging an electric wheelchair or a medical device.
These rules change and depend on your situation: always check with the official sources and your embassy before you leave. GoZzzy gives general information and cannot be held responsible.
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