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From where does the agent receive the epoa?

From the ministry of foreign affairs inside the building of OLI tower.

What kind of document is required to give epoa as an ethiopian?

Ethiopian passport or Origin ID.

Is there a way for me to apply for EEPOA If I don't have an Ethiopian passport?

Yes, you can apply as a foreigner using two residence IDs like a driving license, green card or military ID

How can I put in my own power of attorney letter in the application?

Write it outside the application then you can copy the text and paste it on the given template in the application.

What is the use of Origin ID?

Origin ID gives the owner limited rights and privileges that are related to an ethiopian national even through the owner of the ID isn't Ethiopian. Certain rights include free pass to the country without the need to buy a visa and the right to invest inside the country's economy.

How to pick the power of authority after its approved ?

The agent needs the reference number and valid id

How long will it take to give someone power of authority?

24 up to 48 hrs

How long the passport and origin id applications will take ?

15 up to 20 days

What documents are required to issue an Ethiopian origin ID?

• valid foreign passport
• birth certificate or old Ethiopian passport or court proof inheritance
• family passport or origin ID (sibling, father, mother) or kebele ID
• photo

What documentation is required to issue an Ethiopian origin ID for my spouse?

your Ethiopian origin ID,
• your spouse's foreign passport
• your marriage certificates
• photo

What documentation is required to issue an Ethiopian origin ID for my child?

your Ethiopian origin ID or passport
• your child birth certificate
• photo

What documentation is required to issue an Ethiopian passport for my child?

Residence ID/green card
• authenticated Birth Certificate
• Family Ethiopian Passport
• Photo

How do I get my passport or origin ID after it’s printed?

We will send you by the address which is written on the app

Does the app work on a computer?

For now, our app only works on mobile phones and tablet.

How much does it cost to renew a passport?

$160

How much does it cost to renew an Ethiopian origin ID

$300

How much does it cost to get a new passport?

$160

How much does it cost to get a new an Ethiopian origin ID?

$300

How much does it cost to get a lost passport?

$190

What documentation do I need to get a lost passport?

You need a Police report then you can apply using our application thank you.

What documentation do I need to get a lost an Ethiopian origin ID?

Police report

How much does it cost to get a lost Ethiopian origin ID?

$340
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