THE EMBASSY
The Embassy of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia in Washington DC is the main diplomatic mission of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia in the United States of America. The mission of the Embassy is to maintain and advance the bilateral relations between Ethiopia and the United States and to serve Ethiopian Citizens in the United States.
The Embassy carries out government-to-government and people-to-people diplomacy and serves as a vital resource for Ethiopians in the United States of America and the Ethiopian-American community. Besides, the Embassy promotes Ethiopia’s cultural values, untapped tourism potentials as well as trade and investment opportunities. The Embassy is also accredited to Mexico and Jamaica.
H.E. Binalf Andualem Ashenef
Ambassador
THE AMBASSADOR
H.E. Binalf Andualem Ashenef was appointed as Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia to the United States of America. Born in Finoteselam, Amhara Region of Ethiopia, he is fluent in English and Amharic.
He has held various high-ranking positions in the Ethiopian government, including Minister of Peace from 2021 to 2024, Chief Coordinator for Democracy Building under the Prime Minister’s Office from 2018 to 2020, and Deputy President of Amhara Regional State from 2012 to 2017. His career also includes leadership roles as an advisor, bureau head, and deputy mayor.
In the legislative sector, he has been a member of the House of People’s Representatives since 2021 and previously served in the Federation Council and Amhara Regional Council from 2011 to 2020. He is also active in executive boards, serving as Chairman of Wolayta Sodo University and as a board member of institutions such as the African Leadership Excellence Academy and the Public-Private Partnership (PPP).
Academically, he holds a Diploma in mathematics from Addis Ababa University, a Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics from Bahir Dar University, as well as a Master of Arts in Educational Psychology from Bahir Dar University.
His interests include reading books on psychology, political science, and international affairs, as well as engaging in physical exercise.
NEWS AND MEDIA
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CONSULAR SERVICES
The Embassy of Ethiopia in Washington DC provides consular services to all members of the Ethiopian Diaspora and other nationals residing or/and temporarily staying in the United States of America. This section provides a general overview and information on some of the consular services for all customers who would like to travel to Ethiopia and others seeking various consular services.
POWER OF ATTORNEY
Ethiopian Power of Attorney (E-POA) services is the critical link between the Ethiopian diaspora community and mainland Ethiopia. For anyone trying ..
Or Call E-POA : +1 202 800 4410
VISA
All foreign nationals who seek to enter Ethiopia require a visa. However, Ethiopian origin ID holders and travellers who arrive in Addis Ababa Bole International….
PASSPORT SERVICE
The Embassy of Ethiopia is currently issuing only a new Electronic passport that requires mandatory finger print…
Authentication & Legalization Service
All documents originating in Ethiopia should be authenticated by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ethiopia.
OTHER SERVICES
The Government of Ethiopia depends upon Ethiopian Airlines to set the regulations for the transport of human remains..
