Nomad Rank
Total Score
Country
Ethiopia
Capital City
Addis Ababa
Language
Amharic
Currency
Ethiopian birr
Region
Africa
Landlocked
Yes
Ethiopia Passport
Nomad Capitalist Passport Index Ranking
The Ethiopia Passport is currently ranked Number 186T in the Nomad Capitalist Passport Index with a total score of 38.5. This ranking, relative to other passports, has been calculated by considering the government of Ethiopia’s approach not just to travel, but to international taxation laws, global perception, dual citizenship and personal freedom.
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Travel Destinations from Ethiopia 50% in total score
For the Ethiopia Travel Score calculation, we relied on government travel data from 199 passport-issuing countries and territories, combined with real-time intelligence and proprietary research. This factor includes a Mobility Score (MS) measuring ease of travel, which focuses on visa-free (VF) travel, visa on arrival (VOA), eTA and eVisa (if issued within three days). Based on that data, we assigned Ethiopia a Travel Score of 55 which means that Ethiopia passport holders can enter a total of 55 destinations — either without a visa, through a visa on arrival or via an eTA.
Taxation in Ethiopia 20% in total score
For the Ethiopia Taxation Score calculation, we relied on data from our network of tax vendors, news sources and tax authorities. Based on that data, we assigned Ethiopia a Taxation Score of 30, meaning that Ethiopia allows citizens to relocate to avoid tax.
Perception 10% in total score
For the Ethiopia Perception Score calculation, we relied on the World Happiness Report, the Human Development Index and subjective factors from our networks’ experience to determine how each country’s citizens are perceived and recognised. Based on that data, we assigned Ethiopia a Perception Score of 20, meaning that Ethiopia citizens experience intermediate hostility.
Dual Citizenship 10% in total score
For the Ethiopia Dual Citizenship Score calculation, we relied on embassy data and our experience to assess the ability to hold dual citizenship. Based on that data, we assigned Ethiopia a Dual Citizenship Score of 10, meaning that Ethiopia citizens are strictly forbidden to hold other citizenships.
Freedom 10% in total score
For the Ethiopia Freedom Score calculation, we relied on data and news reports on mandatory military service, government surveillance, press freedom and other factors to determine the personal freedom of citizens and expats. Based on that data, we assigned Ethiopia a Freedom Score of 20, meaning that Ethiopia citizens have low freedom.
