Eritrea Visa Policy

You can realize your planned trip to Eritrea by obtaining an Eritrea visa. Depending on your purpose, you can apply for  different types of Eritrea Visas:

• Visa on Arrival
• Tourist Visa
• Business Visa
• Study Visa
• Employment Visa
• Official Visa
• Family Visit Visa
• Transit Visa

Citizens of Sudan and Ethiopia can obtain Eritrea Visa on Arrival. Nationals of other countries who are the holders of a pre-arranged visa can obtain a visa upon arrival, given that the sponsor in Eritrea submits a request to the Eritrean Immigration Authority 48 hours before arrival.

Required Documents for Eritrea Visa on Arrival

1. Application Form

• Duly completed and signed

2. Passport

• Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the return date.
• It also must have at least two blank pages.

3. Photo

• The photo should be of passport format, a recent whole-face capture with a light background.
• It must be in the size of 3.5 x 4.5 colored, and the head should take 70-80% of the photo.
• You must be looking straight at the camera with a neutral facial expression (no smile and mouth closed).
• Try to avoid uniforms or colors matching the background.

4. Proof of Accommodation

• Valid (existing) hotel/accommodation booking/reservation with the full address (name, street, city, zip code, contact information, booking ref.)

*Additional documents may be required.

Eritrea Visa on Arrival Fee

Eritrea Visa on Arrival fee is 70 USD. The fee may vary depending on your nationality.

Where to Apply for Eritrea Visa on Arrival?

You can apply for Eritrea Visa on Arrival at Asmara Airport.

Eritrea Tourist visa is issued for applicants intending to visit Eritrea for tourism and sightseeing. You can apply for an Eritrea Tourist visa in order to realize your tourist activities. The validity of a Tourist visa is 90 days after the date of issue.

Required Documents for Eritrea Tourist Visa

1.  Application Form

• Duly completed and signed

2. Photo

• The photo should be of passport format, a recent whole-face capture with a light background.
• It must be in the size of 3.5 x 4.5 colored, and the head should take 70-80% of the photo.
• You must be looking straight at the camera with a neutral facial expression (no smile and mouth closed).
• Try to avoid uniforms or colors matching the background.

3. Passport and Copy of the Main Page

• Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the return date.
• It also must have at least two blank pages.

4. Copy of ID Card

5. Residence Permit/Visa Copy

• If your country of residence and citizenship are different

6. Proof of Sufficient Funds

• To cover all expenses

7. Travel Itinerary

• Indicating the date of arrival in Eritrea

8. Reference

• Valid (existing) hotel/accommodation booking/reservation with the full address (name, street, city, zip code, contact information, booking ref.)
• Eritrean Resident
• Travel Agents

9. For Minors:

• Copy of either birth certificate/proof of adoption/custody decree if parents are divorced/death certificate of parent
• Letter of consent from parent/s or legal guardian/s, if traveling unaccompanied

*Additional documents may be required by the embassy.

Processing Time for Eritrea Tourist Visa

The average processing time for an Eritrea Tourist visa is 10-28 calendar days. It depends on your visa application country.

Eritrea Tourist Visa Fee

Eritrea Tourist visa fee is 30-65 USD. The fee may vary depending on your nationality or your country of submission.

Where to Apply for Eritrea Tourist Visa?

You will apply for an Eritrea Tourist visa in Eritrea visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.

Eritrea Business visa gives you the authorization to enter Eritrea and stay here for a maximum period of your visa validity, as permitted. It permits its holder to engage in business-related activities such as attending meetings or conferences, conducting or attending the training, conducting internal audits, installing equipment, or performing other temporary services for a client, local affiliate, or branch office. Business visa applications are submitted directly to the Immigration Office in Asmara by the employing company/organization in Eritrea.

Required Documents for Eritrea Business Visa

1.  Application Form

• Duly completed and signed

2. Photo

• The photo should be of passport format, a recent whole-face capture with a light background.
• It must be in the size of 3.5 x 4.5 colored, and the head should take 70-80% of the photo.
• You must be looking straight at the camera with a neutral facial expression (no smile and mouth closed).
• Try to avoid uniforms or colors matching the background.

3. Passport and Copy of the Main Page

• Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the return date.
• It also must have at least two blank pages.

4. Copy of ID Card

5. Residence Permit/Visa Copy

• If your country of residence and citizenship are different

6. Invitation Letter

• By Organization/Company in Eritrea
• Indicating the purpose and duration of your trip

7. Reference

• Valid (existing) hotel/accommodation booking/reservation with the full address (name, street, city, zip code, contact information, booking ref.)
• Eritrean Resident
• Travel Agents

8. Proof of Sufficient Funds

• To cover all expenses

*Additional documents may be required by the embassy.

Processing Time for Eritrea Business Visa

The average processing time for an Eritrea Business visa is 10-28 calendar days. It depends on your visa application country.

Eritrea Business Visa Fee

• Business Visa (single entry) - 70 USD
• Business Visa (valid for 3 months) – 95 – 115 USD
• Business Visa (valid for 6 months) - 200 USD
• Business Visa (valid for 1 Year) – 285 - 300 USD

The fee may vary depending on your nationality or your country of submission.

Where to Apply for Eritrea Business Visa?

You will apply for an Eritrea Business visa in Eritrea visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.

Eritrea Family Visit visa allows you to travel to Eritrea for visiting your family who is legally residing in Eritrea, up to the expiration date of your visa validity.

Required Documents for Eritrea Family Visit Visa

1.  Application Form

• Duly completed and signed

2. Photo

• The photo should be of passport format, a recent whole-face capture with a light background.
• It must be in the size of 3.5 x 4.5 colored, and the head should take 70-80% of the photo.
• You must be looking straight at the camera with a neutral facial expression (no smile and mouth closed).
• Try to avoid uniforms or colors matching the background.

3. Passport and Copy of the Main Page

• Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the return date.
• It also must have at least two blank pages.

4. Copy of ID Card

5. Residence Permit/Visa Copy

• If your country of residence and citizenship are different

6. Proof of Sufficient Funds

• To cover all expenses

7. Reference from Eritrea

• Your reference must be a resident in Eritrea and able to go to Asmara Immigration to follow up on your visa application

8. Travel Itinerary

• Indicating the date of arrival in Eritrea

*Additional documents may be required by the embassy.

Processing Time for Eritrea Family Visit Visa

The average processing time for an Eritrea Family Visit visa is 10-28 calendar days. It depends on your visa application country.

Eritrea Family Visit Visa Fee

Eritrea Family Visit Visa fee is 30-65 USD. The fee may vary depending on your nationality or your country of submission.

Where to Apply for Eritrea Family Visit Visa?

You will apply for an Eritrea Family Visit visa in Eritrea visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.

Foreigners who want to study in Eritrea can apply for an Eritrea Study visa. This visa applies to those who are admitted to the college or university in Eritrea.

Required Documents for Eritrea Study Visa

1.  Application Form

• Duly completed and signed

2. Photo

• The photo should be of passport format, a recent whole-face capture with a light background.
• It must be in the size of 3.5 x 4.5 colored, and the head should take 70-80% of the photo.
• You must be looking straight at the camera with a neutral facial expression (no smile and mouth closed).
• Try to avoid uniforms or colors matching the background.

3. Passport and Copy of the Main Page

• Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the return date.
• It also must have at least two blank pages.

4. Copy of ID Card

5. Residence Permit/Visa Copy

• If your country of residence and citizenship are different

6. Reference

• Valid (existing) hotel/accommodation booking/reservation with the full address (name, street, city, zip code, contact information, booking ref.)
• Eritrean Resident
• Travel Agents

7. Invitation Letter

• From School/University/Educational Institution
• Indicating purpose and duration of stay

*Additional documents may be required by the embassy.

Processing Time for Eritrea Study Visa

The average processing time for an Eritrea Study visa is 10-28 calendar days. It depends on your visa application country.

Eritrea Study Visa Fee

Eritrea Study Visa fee is 30-65 USD. The fee may vary depending on your nationality or your country of submission.

Where to Apply for Eritrea Study Visa?

You will apply for an Eritrea Study visa in Eritrea visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.

An Eritrea Employment visa is granted to you to undertake trips to Eritrea for work activities, which requires staying in Eritrea temporarily. The validity of Eritrea Employment visa is 90 days, and if it exceeds 90 days, after coming to Eritrea with an employment visa, you can apply for a resident permit.

Required Documents for Eritrea Employment Visa

1.  Application Form

• Duly completed and signed

2. Photo

• The photo should be of passport format, a recent whole-face capture with a light background.
• It must be in the size of 3.5 x 4.5 colored, and the head should take 70-80% of the photo.
• You must be looking straight at the camera with a neutral facial expression (no smile and mouth closed).
• Try to avoid uniforms or colors matching the background.

3. Passport and Copy of the Main Page

• Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the return date.
• It also must have at least two blank pages.

4. Copy of ID Card

5. Residence Permit/Visa Copy

• If your country of residence and citizenship are different

6. Reference

• Valid (existing) hotel/accommodation booking/reservation with the full address (name, street, city, zip code, contact information, booking ref.)
• Eritrean Resident
• Travel Agents

7. Employment Letter

• From sponsor entity/organization/company stating your role and the duration of your employment

*Additional documents may be required by the embassy.

Processing Time for Eritrea Employment Visa

The average processing time for an Eritrea Employment visa is 10-28 calendar days. It depends on your visa application country.

Eritrea Employment Visa Fee

Eritrea Employment Visa fee is 65-115 USD. The fee may vary depending on your nationality or your country of submission.

Where to Apply for Eritrea Employment Visa?

You will apply for an Eritrea Employment visa in Eritrea visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.

Eritrea Official visa is issued to holders of diplomatic and service passports. Eritrea Official visa allows you to participate in meetings, consultations, negotiations, and other events held in Eritrea by intergovernmental organizations.

Required Documents for Eritrea Official Visa

1.  Application Form

• Duly completed and signed

2. Photo

• The photo should be of passport format, a recent whole-face capture with a light background.
• It must be in the size of 3.5 x 4.5 colored, and the head should take 70-80% of the photo.
• You must be looking straight at the camera with a neutral facial expression (no smile and mouth closed).
• Try to avoid uniforms or colors matching the background.

3. Passport and Copy of the Main Page

• Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the return date.
• It also must have at least two blank pages.

4. Copy of ID Card

5. Residence Permit/Visa Copy

• If your country of residence and citizenship are different

6. Travel Itinerary

• Indicating the date of arrival in Eritrea

7. Note Verbale/Diplomatic Note

• Indicating purpose and duration of your visit

*Additional documents may be required by the embassy.

Processing Time for Eritrea Official Visa

The average processing time for an Eritrea Official visa is 10-28 calendar days. It depends on your visa application country.

Eritrea Official Visa Fee

Eritrea Official Visa fee is free of charge.

Where to Apply for Eritrea Official Visa?

You will apply for an Eritrea Official visa in Eritrea visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.

Eritrea Transit Visa will be granted to travelers whose itinerary includes a stop-over in the territory of Eritrea. The validity of Eritrea Transit visa is 7 days. Passengers with a confirmed onward ticket to the third country do not need a visa within 72 hours.

Required Documents for Eritrea Transit Visa

1.  Application Form

• Duly completed and signed

2. Photo

• The photo should be of passport format, a recent whole-face capture with a light background.
• It must be in the size of 3.5 x 4.5 colored, and the head should take 70-80% of the photo.
• You must be looking straight at the camera with a neutral facial expression (no smile and mouth closed).
• Try to avoid uniforms or colors matching the background.

3. Passport and Copy of the Main Page

• Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the return date.
• It also must have at least two blank pages.

4. Copy of ID Card

5. Residence Permit/Visa Copy

• If your country of residence and citizenship are different

6. Confirmed Flight Ticket

• For the next destination

*Additional documents may be required by the embassy.

Processing Time for Eritrea Transit Visa

The average processing time for an Eritrea Transit visa is 10-28 calendar days. It depends on your visa application country.

Eritrea Transit Visa Fee

Eritrea Transit Visa fee is 30 USD. The fee may vary depending on your nationality and country of submission.

Where to Apply for Eritrea Transit Visa?

You will apply for an Eritrea Transit visa in Eritrea visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.