Ethiopian Origin ID Card ("Yellow Card")
Ethiopian Origin ID Card ("Yellow Card") is a residence route in Ethiopia (Soy bağı). Proof of Ethiopian origin; grants visa-free entry, residence and most citizen rights (work, property, investment as domestic investor) except voting/security posts.
Requirements at a glance
Spouse and children can usually be included. Permanent residence: after hemen years.
How holders are taxed
Residents taxed on worldwide income, progressive up to 35% (2025 income tax proclamation)
Next steps
Check the official page for the current rules and fees, compare this route with the other programmes on the interactive map, and talk to a licensed immigration lawyer or authorised agent before applying.
| Kategori | Soy bağı |
|---|---|
| Yatırım | — |
| Harçlar (aile) | — |
| Gelir / yıl | — |
| Varlıklar | — |
| Asg. kalış | — |
| Daimi oturum | hemen |
| Vatandaşlık | — |
| Çalışma | yes |
| Uygunluk | Foreign nationals of Ethiopian origin (or with an Ethiopian parent/grandparent) and spouses |
| Vergi | Residents taxed on worldwide income, progressive up to 35% (2025 income tax proclamation) |
| Tarih | 2026-10 |
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