The Ethiopian Immigration and Citizenship Service (ICS) announced that it has issued more than 1.04 million visas during the Ethiopian Fiscal Year ended July 7, 2026. The Director General of the Service, Ms. Selamawit Dawit, recalled that three years ago the institution issued only 276,000 visas annually. She noted that the issuance of 1.04 million visas during the 2018 fiscal year represents more than a fourfold increase. She also highlighted that the newly introduced Stopover and Transit Visa services are contributing to the growth of tourism and travel. Looking ahead, Ms. Selamawit Dawit stated that efforts will continue to expand and modernize visa and other immigration services in order to make Ethiopia a preferred destination for international travelers and investors.