As Ethiopia’s diplomatic representation in Italy, the Embassy of Ethiopia in Rome handles political, economic and consular relations.
Contact Details
| Address | Via A. Vesalio, 16, 00161 Rome, Italy |
| Telephone | +39 06 441616307 |
| Fax | +39 06 4403676 |
| info@ethiopianembassy.it | |
| Website | www.ethiopianembassy.it |
| Social Media | Facebook · X |
| Head of Mission | Demitu Hambisa Bonsa, Ambassador |
| National Day | 28 May |
Consular Section
| Address | Via Andrea Vesalio, 16, 00161 Rome |
| Telephone | +39 06 441616320 |
| consular@ethiopianembassy.it | |
| Consular district | All of Italy |
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:00 - 13:00 |
| Tuesday | 09:00 - 13:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:00 - 13:00 |
| Thursday | 09:00 - 13:00 |
| Friday | 09:00 - 13:00 |
Opening hours according to the embassy’s own information (not published in the Italian Foreign Ministry’s list) – please confirm before your visit, especially on Italian and Ethiopian public holidays.
Location of the Embassy
Before your visit
You will find the embassy at Via A. Vesalio, 16 (00161 Rome). The consular section has its own entrance/address: Via Andrea Vesalio, 16, 00161 Rome.
- Opening hours (according to the embassy): Monday to Friday from 09:00 to 13:00.
- Documents: take originals and photocopies, and a valid passport or identity card.
Who runs the Ethiopian Embassy?
According to the Italian diplomatic list, Ethiopia is represented by Ambassador Demitu Hambisa Bonsa (accredited 29 April 2021). 14 diplomats are accredited to the embassy, according to the Italian list. Two honorary consulates support Ethiopian citizens in other parts of Italy.
Consular services
Typical consular services include:
- Ethiopian passports and emergency travel documents
- Registration of births, marriages and deaths
- Powers of attorney and notarial acts
- Certificates for pensions abroad
- Citizenship and civil register matters
Do I need an appointment?
Many consular services require an appointment – check the embassy website first.
Do Italian citizens need a visa for Ethiopia?
Italian citizens need a visa for Ethiopia; it can be applied for online. Details: Italian travel advice (Viaggiare Sicuri).
Closing days
Like most offices in Italy, the embassy closes on public holidays as well as on the Ethiopian national day, 28 May. Offices in the city also close on 29 June for the feast of Saints Peter and Paul. If your visit falls close to a holiday, confirm by phone or e-mail.
Emergency assistance
For emergencies, the embassy’s number is +39 06 441616307. Consular staff can replace lost travel documents and inform family members; they do not provide legal representation or money. The Italian emergency number is 112.
Diplomatic missions of Ethiopia in Italy
Ethiopia in Italy
- Rome – Embassy of Ethiopia (this page)
- Genoa – Honorary Consulate
- Milan – Honorary Consulate
Frequently asked questions about the Embassy of Ethiopia in Rome
Where is the Ethiopian Embassy in Rome?
At Via A. Vesalio, 16, 00161 Rome.
When is the Ethiopian Embassy in Rome open?
According to the embassy: Monday to Friday from 09:00 to 13:00. Confirm before visiting.
Who is the ambassador of Ethiopia to Italy?
Demitu Hambisa Bonsa, according to the Italian diplomatic list of 14 August 2026.
Is the Ethiopian Embassy closed on the national day?
The Italian Foreign Ministry lists 28 May as the national day of Ethiopia; embassies usually close or hold a reception on that day.
Do Italian citizens need a visa for Ethiopia?
Yes, but it can be applied for online.
Details checked on 10 October 2026. Sources: Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs – list of foreign embassies in Italy (as of 14 August 2026), Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs – list of foreign consulates in Italy (as of 20 July 2026), Viaggiare Sicuri – Italian travel advice for Ethiopia, www.ethiopianembassy.it. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the embassy before your visit.
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