Introduction of Ethiopia’s New E-Passport System in 2025 Introduction of Ethiopia’s New E-Passport System in 2025 In February 2025, Ethiopia’s Immigration and Citizenship Service (ICS) officially launched a new electronic passport (e-passport) system, marking a significant advancement in the nation’s travel documentation and security infrastructure. This initiative aligns with global standards and aims to enhance […]
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Feb
Feb
Ethiopia’s Banking Proclamation: A Legal Analysis of Foreign Bank Entry Ethiopia’s banking sector has long remained closed to foreign participation, a policy rooted in economic protectionism and national sovereignty. However, in a significant shift toward financial liberalization, the Ethiopian government enacted the Banking Proclamation No. 1360/2024, allowing foreign banks to enter the country’s financial market. […]
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Aug
Aug
Ethiopian Public Holidays
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Aug
Aug
Cash Notes Holding Limits
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Aug
Aug
Understanding Ethiopia’s New Regulations on External Loans in Kind: A Guide for Foreign Investors In recent years, Ethiopia has undergone significant regulatory changes affecting foreign investments, particularly concerning external loans in kind. Understanding Ethiopia’s New Regulations on External Loans are crucial for foreign investors seeking to engage in the Ethiopian market. This legal brief provides […]
12
Aug
Aug
Changes in External Loan and Supplier’s Credits for Foreign Investors in Ethiopia This legal brief provides an overview of the recent regulatory changes concerning external loan and supplier’s credits in Ethiopia. These changes aim to enhance foreign investment by clarifying the requirements and procedures for obtaining and managing external financial resources. This brief is structured […]
10
Aug
Aug
Ethiopia’s Capital Account Regulations
09
Aug
Aug
Ethiopian Passport and Permit Fee revised
09
Aug
Aug
Forex Bureau Operations in Ethiopia
09
Aug
Aug
Ethiopia’s Foreign Exchange Reforms: A New Era for Foreign Investors This legal brief outlines the significant reforms mentioned in Ethiopia’s Foreign Exchange Reforms (FX) regime as announced by the press release of the National Bank of Ethiopia (NBE). These Ethiopia’s Foreign Exchange Reforms aim to create a competitive, market-based determination of the exchange rate, addressing […]