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• Category : Africa » Eastern Africa » Ethiopia
• Description : The Ethiopian Sports Competition and Training Visa (SPV) allows foreign athletes to enter Ethiopia to participate in sports events or engage in training. This guide details the SPV's requirements, application process, validity, and fees, ensuring athletes can focus on their sporting pursuits with ease. Joombaah is here to help applicants navigate the visa process.
• Phone : +251 (11) 1262635
• Email : support@evisa.gov.et
• Website : https://www.evisa.gov.et/information/sport-visa

Overview

• "Ethiopian Sports Competition and Training Visa (SPV): Requirements, Application Process, and Validity"
  
  

  Introduction

  The Sports Competition and Training Visa (SPV) is issued to foreign nationals entering Ethiopia as athletes to participate in sports events or training sessions. Designed specifically for short-term stays, the SPV enables athletes and sports professionals to stay in Ethiopia for up to 90 days with single or multiple entries.

  Eligibility Requirements

  Applicants for the Ethiopian Sports Competition and Training Visa (SPV) must provide:

  • A valid passport with at least six months of remaining validity from the intended entry date.
  • A recent passport-sized photograph.
  • A copy of any previously issued SPV, if applicable.

  Application Process

  1. Document Preparation: Ensure your passport, photograph, and any prior SPV copy (if applicable) are ready.
  2. Submission: Submit all required documents through Ethiopian embassies or consulates.
  3. Processing Time: Applications are typically processed within three business days.

  Visa Fees

  Entry Type	Maximum Duration	Visa Fee (USD)
  Single Entry	30 Days	$82
  Multiple Entry	90 Days	$202

  Validity and Extension

  The SPV is valid from the date of intended entry and is available as a single-entry 30-day or multiple-entry 90-day visa. Extensions are not permitted, so applicants should plan accordingly to avoid overstaying, which may incur fines or legal penalties.

  Additional Information

  The SPV is ideal for athletes and sports professionals coming to Ethiopia for events, tournaments, and short-term training programs. Joombaah assists applicants by clarifying the requirements and guiding them through the application process to ensure a smooth experience.