COVID-19 Information

Last updated: [10/2022]

The CDC’s order requiring proof of vaccination for non-U.S. citizen nonimmigrants to travel to the United States is still in effect.

For more information see: Requirement for Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination for Air Passengers.

Check the CDC website for additional information and Frequently Asked Questions.

Entry and Exit Requirements 

Are there COVID-related entry requirements for U.S. citizens? Yes
Is a negative COVID-19 test (PCR and/or serology) required for entry? A COVID-19 test is no longer required for people who can prove they have received at least 2 doses of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccination or 1 dose of the Johnson & Johnson vaccination, or for those travelers who have proof of recovery from COVID-19 within the previous 90 days. Please check the government airline website for the most up to date information:
Are health screening procedures in place at airports and other ports of entry?  Yes

	12 and under, regardless of vaccination status	13 and older who are vaccinated or less than 90 days recovered	Unvaccinated	Diplomats who do not present evidence of vaccination or test results	Transit passengers not leaving the airport or airline hotel
Is a COVID test required?	No	No	Yes	No, but you will be tested at the airport upon entry	No
What kind of COVID test is required?	Not applicable	Not applicable	Negative PCR done up to 72 hours or 3 days before departure. Negative antigen up to 24 hours before arriving	Not applicable	Not applicable
Is quarantine required after entering Ethiopia?	No	No	No	Yes, 7 days	Not applicable

The Government of Ethiopia defines “full vaccination” as two weeks after taking of the single dose of Johnson & Johnson or two doses of Astra Zeneca, Sinopharm, Sinovac, Moderna, and Pfizer.
The Government of Ethiopia notes that “Recovery refers to declaration of an individual free from COVID-19 which is decided according to the health professional on time-based, system-based and test-based criterions. If a patient is asymptomatic, s/he will be declared recovered seven days after the day of sample collection for RT PCR test which turned positive or the day of positive Antigen RDT test. If a patient is symptomatic, s/he will be declared recovered after a minimum of seven days from the date the symptoms started and an additional three days without symptoms.”
As always, be sure to double check with the relevant authorities before planning travel as guidance may change.

Quarantine Information  

 Are U.S. citizens required to quarantine? No

COVID-19 Testing

The following entities provide testing services. Please contact companies directly for information on the type of test, updated cost information and turnaround time.

Wudassie Diagnostic Center
Churchill Road, Tewodros Square, MK Building
+251-11-157-0404/0505
Testing provided at the center or at home; group testing available
Timing of results: Regular 8-10hrs, Express 3-5hrs, Antigen test 30 minutes
Cost: Regular 8-10hrs 1,250 Birr, Express 3-5hrs 2,500 Birr, Antigen test (accepted by only a few countries) 30 minutes 1,250 Birr
Timing of results: Regular 8-10hrs, Express 3-5hrs, Antigen test 30 minutes
Cost: Regular 8-10hrs 1,250 Birr, Express 3-5hrs 2,500 Birr, Antigen test (accepted by only a few countries) 30 minutes 1,250 Birr

Washington Medical Center
Phone: +251 93 951 5151
Online reservation: https://coronavirus.wmcethiopia.com/
Locations:
Washington Medical Center (24hrs)
Home visitation (make appointment)
Millennium Hall Gate #1 (Drive Thru)
Sheraton Addis Hotel inside
Hilton Addis Hotel inside
Ghion Hotel inside
Bole Bulbula, Maryam Mazorya
Hours: 24 hrs/day at the WMC, or 7am to 7pm daily all other locations
Timing of test results: Regular 12hrs, Express 3hrs
Cost: Regular 12hrs 500 Birr, Express 3hrs 1,500 Birr

American Medical Center
Phone: +251 11 667 8007/4
Online reservation: http://www.amcethiopia.com/about/appointments/#
Locations:
Medical Center – inside Sunshine Real Estate Compound, Meri Luke
Hours: Call to schedule appointment
Timing of test results: Regular 12hrs (or less if sample given in the morning), Express 5hrsCost: Regular 12hrs 1,200 Birr, Express 5hrs 2,500 Birr

Precision Clinical Laboratory (PCL)
Phone: +251 94 374 7474
Online reservation: https://www.pcladdis.com/covid-19-testing/bookcovidtest
Locations:
Medical Center
Edna Mall
Medhanialem Mall by Daamat Hotel
Hours: 24 hrs/day, no appointment necessary
Timing of test results: Regular 12hrs, Express 6hrs, Molecular test 30 minutes
Cost: Regular 12hrs 890 Birr, Express 6hrs1,200 Birr, Molecular test (for limited countries) within 30 minutes 2,400 Birr

ICL Laboratories
Phone: +251 11 467 1818
Online reservation:https://www.icladdis.com/index.php/our-services/covid- testing#covid-sample-collection-centers-contact-in-addis
Locations: Multiple locations, check the link above; Main Branch express testing
Hours: 24 hrs/day at the Main branch, other 6 locations vary
Timing of test results: Regular 24hrs, Express 12hrs, Express 6hrs
Cost: Regular 24hrs 710 Birr, Express 12hrs 1,010 Birr, Express 6hrs 2,2020 Birr

COVID-19 Vaccine Information:

Are vaccines available in Ethiopia for U.S. citizens to receive? Yes
- Covishield from Serum Institute of India (same vaccine as AstraZeneca from Oxford University) and Pfizer are available in Ethiopia.
- The GOE launched the 3^rd National COVID-19 vaccination drive across Ethiopia on June 9^, As of 10/13/2022, the GOE has administered over 52.5 million doses and 43.1 people have received at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine. According to the GOE, 36.8 million people have completed their vaccine series. The GOE has 15.1 million doses of COVID-19 vaccines available including AstraZeneca, J&J, Sino Pharm, and Pfizer for vaccination of adults age 18 years and over including U.S. citizens resident in Ethiopia. Pfizer is also available for adolescents age 12-17 years old. Booster doses are also available to those who have received their initial vaccination at least 6 months prior to completion of the primary series. The GOE is planning to launch another National COVID-19 vaccination drive before the end of the year. COVID-19 vaccinations are free and offered at various locations including local health facilities, health posts, and through outreach. Please contact your local health authority for additional information.
Visit the FDA’s website to learn more about FDA-approved vaccinesin the United States.

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