Moving to Ethiopia from Holy See (Vatican City)

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What to Expect

Considering a move from Holy See (Vatican City) to Ethiopia? Here's how the two compare on cost, climate, safety, and more.

If you moved from Holy See (Vatican City) to Ethiopia, and you’d need to navigate life in Amharic.

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Key Indicator Comparison

The numbers behind daily life in Ethiopia compared to Holy See (Vatican City).

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

per 100,000 people per year

VA
0.0
ET
8.6

Holy See (Vatican City) performs better than Ethiopia across all safety metrics.

Will I have good infrastructure?

Internet access The World Factbook, 2021

share of households with internet

VA
75.0%
ET
17.0%

Holy See (Vatican City) performs better than Ethiopia across all infrastructure metrics.

Data: The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators

Visitor Visa Requirements

Short-stay tourist visa rules between Holy See (Vatican City) and Ethiopia. To live, work, or study long-term in Ethiopia, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check Ethiopia's immigration authority.

Holy See (Vatican City) passport

Holy See (Vatican City) passport holder visiting Ethiopia

Visa Online (e-Visa)
Holy See (Vatican City) passport holders need to apply for an e-Visa before travelling to Ethiopia.
Ethiopia passport

Ethiopia passport holder visiting Holy See (Vatican City)

Visa Required
Ethiopia passport holders need a visa to enter Holy See (Vatican City).

Data: Henley Passport Index. Check with the destination country's embassy for the most current requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I work remotely from Ethiopia?

From major Ethiopia cities the network usually holds up. Visa rules, your employer's stance on overseas employees, and tax residency in Holy See (Vatican City) and Ethiopia are what actually decide it long-term.

Is Ethiopia safe for expats?

Holy See (Vatican City) performs better than Ethiopia across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in Ethiopia is 8.6 per 100,000 people, compared to 0.0 in Holy See (Vatican City).

What language do they speak in Ethiopia?

The official language in Ethiopia is Amharic. In Holy See (Vatican City), the official languages are Italian and Latin.

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At a Glance

VA ET
Population 1,000 113,656,596
Currency Euro (€) Ethiopian Birr (ETB)
Languages Italian, Latin Amharic
Driving side Right Right
Calling code +3 +251
Time zones 1 1
Emergency number 911