Benzene prices rose by roughly 22% and diesel by 19% in late 2021.
In 2021, the ETA sought to standardize freight transport rates to eliminate predatory pricing and middleman exploitation. The updated tariffs established clear frameworks for: Standardized rates per ton per kilometer.
: Unregulated transport syndicates frequently charged arbitrary premiums on high-demand routes, prompting the FTA to issue strict distance-based price caps. ethiopian transport authority tariff 2021
The ETA tariff 2021 has several implications for the transportation sector in Ethiopia. Some of the key impacts include:
For the inland container depots (Modjo, Kality, Semera): Benzene prices rose by roughly 22% and diesel
The aviation tariff rates for 2021 are as follows:
For long-distance travel between regional capitals (such as Hawassa, Bahir Dar, and Mekelle) and Addis Ababa, the FTA introduced cross-regional tariffs. These changes adjusted per-kilometer passenger fees to account for challenging topography, road quality, and vehicle wear. Freight and Logistics Tariffs: The Djibouti Corridor its legal basis
The RTA’s core responsibilities include:
🔗 Full directive: Contact Ministry of Transport, Ethiopia.
For importers, exporters, freight forwarders, and clearing agents, understanding the is not merely a legal obligation; it is a financial necessity. This article provides an exhaustive breakdown of the 2021 tariff schedule, its legal basis, commodity classifications, penalty clauses, and how it compares to previous years.