Ethiopia - Apply for a Prescribed Profession Permit

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Procedure

Apply In-Person:

1. Application for getting a prescribed profession permit in Ethiopia is available in the Main Department for Immigration and Nationality Affairs -Link
2. Applicant must enter basic details which are necessary for completing the procedure.
3. Applicant should make sure to carry all documents that are mentioned under “Required Documents” section of this page (both photocopies and originals).
4. Applicant must attach photocopies of necessary documents along with the application form.
5. Fee for this procedure has to be paid as per authority’s request.
6. If all above-mentioned procedures were followed properly by the applicant, permit will be issued within 2 weeks.
7. If permit is refused by concerned authorities, applicant can visit the office to know the reason for cancellation and then undergo the application process once again.
   

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Required Documents

• Signed cover letter from the employer or organization which is addressed to the Director of Immigration Services.
• Valid National Passport
• Passport size photographs
• Previous Permit
• CV of applicant
• Work Permit
• Business Visa
  

Office Locations & Contacts

Location: Addis Ababa
Address: Main Department for Immigration and Nationality Affairs, Arada Subcity Kebele 05, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Contact No: +251111553899
Contact Link
Location Link

Eligibility

Foreigners who are willing to get a prescribed profession permit in Ethiopia are eligible.

Fees

Fee for this procedure has to be paid as per authority’s request.

Validity

Valid for 1 year.

Documents to Use

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Sample Documents

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Processing Time

Processing time for this procedure is 14 days.

Related Videos

Videos explaining the procedure or to fill the applications.
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Instructions

• Applicant must be aware of rules and regulations for getting a prescribed profession permit.
• Applicant should follow all instructions provided by concerned authorities properly.
  

Required Information

• Names
• Marital Status
• Gender
• Passport
• Date of Birth
• Place of Birth
• Nationality
• Residence country
• Contact Information
• Current Immigration Status
  

Need for the Document

Prescribed profession permit is necessary for foreigners who want to practice any profession in Ethiopia.

Information which might help

Prescribed Profession Permit has to be renewed on time.

Other uses of the Document/Certificate

Please explain what other uses of obtaining this document / certificate are.
e.g. Birth Certificate can be used as proof of identity.

External Links

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Others

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