The State Department maintains an Ethiopia Level 3 travel advisory, warning travelers of the dangers
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The US State Department has updated its travel advice for Americans who may be planning a trip to Ethiopia.
The advisory remained “Level 3: Reconsider Travel” – warning of unrest, crime, kidnapping, terrorism, landmines and curfews.
Officials have warned of restrictions on travelers entering and leaving the country.
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A 1,000 Ethiopian Birr, or about $7 entry fee, is required, with officials noting that “excess may be confiscated.”
A $3,000 fee is required to exit the country.
The travel advisory remains “Level 3: Reconsider Travel” – warning Americans of risks related to unrest, crime, kidnapping, terrorism, landmines and travel restrictions. (Stock)
“When leaving Ethiopia, non-citizens holding foreign currency equivalent to $3,000 USD and citizens holding any foreign currency must present a valid bank document or foreign currency declaration less than 30 days old,” the advisory said.
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The US Embassy is located in Addis Ababa.
Tourists are also warned about certain items they may try to bring back to the US
“It is illegal to take pictures of government buildings, military installations, police/military, and critical infrastructure such as roads, bridges, dams and airports,” the advisory read. (Stock)
“Travellers transporting ivory can be arrested, jailed or fined and the ivory may be confiscated,” the adviser said.
It also notes that “souvenirs that are copies of antiques or religious artefacts require a proper receipt and may be confiscated.
“Export permits processed by the Export Section of the airport’s transport office are required for antiquities, including religious artefacts, Ethiopian crosses, animal skins and other wildlife,” it added.
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Ethiopia has strict laws regarding photography.
“It is illegal to take pictures of government buildings, military installations, police/military and critical infrastructure such as roads, bridges, dams and airports,” the advisory said.
Ethiopia is home to 12 UNESCO world heritage sites, including churches, parks and ancient ruins. (Stock)
Officials say that if tourists are caught taking pictures of prohibited areas, they can be fined, have their cameras confiscated and face imprisonment.
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“As a general practice, you should avoid taking pictures of people without their express consent,” it further advises.
Ethiopia is home to 12 UNESCO World Heritage sites – including churches, parks and ancient ruins.
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Famous places include the Rock-Hewn Churches of Lalibela, with 11 rock-hewn churches, known as the “New Jerusalem,” and the ruins of the Ancient Aksumite Empire.
Simien National Park is full of mountain peaks, valleys and rare wildlife.
