Power Of Attorney

If you wish to appoint a person(s) or a representative to pursue matters on your behalf in Ethiopia, you will require a Power of Attorney. Before submitting your documents to the Embassy, please ensure that you understand the contents of the document.

Submission of documents takes place on Tuesdays and Thursdays by appointment only. Appointments can be made by contacting us on +1 (343) 961 7212 .

Requirements

Documents required are dependent on the type of service you require:

For Ethiopian Citizens and Ethiopian-Origin ID card holders

Power of Attorney
Your Ethiopian passport or Ethiopian-origin ID card
For Ethiopian passport holders, evidence of your status in the United Kingdom
Two colour passport-sized photographs
The application fee
Any supporting documents applicable to your situation

For British and overseas passport holders

Power of Attorney
Two colour passport-sized photographs
The application fee
Any supporting documents applicable to your situation

Fees and Payment

The correct fee must be submitted with your documents.

Ethiopian Passport and I.D. card holders:

Personal Matters – £49.00
Business Matters – £52.00

British/Other Passports:

Personal Matters – £75.00
Business Matters – £80.00

The Consular Section only accepts credit and debit card payments for all Consular Services. Payments by American Express, cash, postal orders or banker’s draft are no longer accepted.

Payment by cheque or any means other than those stated above, cannot be accepted.

Submit your documents to the Embassy

You may submit your documents on Tuesdays and Thursdays by appointment only.

You require an appointment to submit your documents.

Please note that without a prior appointment, the consular team will be unable to deal with your case and you will be asked to book an appointment for a future date. To avoid disappointment, schedule an appointment by contacting us on +1 (343) 961 7212

Processing times and return of documents

Documents are usually processed within three working days. Some, however, may take longer.

At the time you submit your documents, you will be notified when to return to collect them.