Eritrea visa requirements for Ethiopian citizens
Ethiopian citizens get a visa on arrival in Eritrea, for up to 30 days.
ETH
Ethiopia
ERI
Eritrea
Visa on arrival
Get it at the airport or border.
- Visa
- On arrival
- Max stay
- 30 days
- Last updated
- 11 November 2026
Special rules for Ethiopian citizens in Eritrea
Ethiopians can get an Eritrea visa on arrival
- Stay up to 30 days.
- For pre-arranged visas, your Eritrean sponsor must request immigration approval.
- Your sponsor must apply at least 48 hours before arrival.
- Bring your visa confirmation if using the pre-arranged visa route.
What to do
Bring the arrival fee in cash, in a widely accepted currency, plus a passport photo.
Have your return or onward ticket and accommodation details ready.
Queue at the visa-on-arrival desk before immigration in Eritrea.
Ways into Eritrea
Get a visa for a holiday.
Visa requiredWashington tourist visaA visa for people visiting Eritrea for a holiday.
- Processing
- 15 days
How to apply
- Contact the embassy for its application rules.
- Follow its steps and wait for your visa.
Official pageDocuments required
- Passport valid 6 months
- Conditional yellow fever certificate requirement; see the vaccination FAQ. vaccine
Visa requiredLondon tourist visaA visa for people visiting Eritrea for a holiday.
How to apply
- Contact the embassy for its application rules.
- Follow its steps and wait for your visa.
Official pageDocuments required
- Passport valid 6 months
Visa requiredNew Delhi tourist visaA visa for people visiting Eritrea for a holiday.
How to apply
- Contact the embassy to check whether you can apply.
- Follow its steps and wait for your visa.
Official pageDocuments required
- Passport valid 6 months
Sources (5)Last updated 11 November 2026
- Embassy of Eritrea, Washington — Visa requirements, exemptions and application instructions
- Embassy of Eritrea, London — Consular Services
- Embassy of Eritrea, New Delhi — Visa Information
- Embassy of Eritrea, New Delhi — Requirements for obtaining an entry visa
- Embassy of Eritrea, New Delhi — Official application downloads
Coming from Ethiopia
- Plugs C LAdapter for some
- MoneyERN Nfk
- TimeSame timeSame as home
- DrivingOn the rightSame as home
- LanguageArabic
- Emergency113 police114 ambulance
Planning your Eritrea trip
- Church of Our Lady of the RosaryThis Italian-era church has a tall bell tower and Lombard-Romanesque architecture. Its tower is a useful landmark in Asmara.
- Enda Mariam Orthodox CathedralThis ancient church stands in central Asmara. Its layout represents the four directions of the earth.
- Asmara Theatre and Opera HouseBuilt in 1920, it is a striking example of Italian architecture.
- Al Khulafa Al Rashidin MosqueIts design combines Italian and local Moorish styles.
Scams to watch for in Eritrea
- Unofficial currency exchange and dubious money dealsSomeone offers a better rate for your foreign cash or proposes another questionable money deal. Taking part can expose you to severe legal trouble. The frequency of these offers is unclear.
- Aggressive beggingSome children beg aggressively and may throw rocks. This is street harassment rather than a documented organised scam. They usually leave when refused firmly.
- Armed robbery in high-risk areasArmed robbery is a serious risk in these areas. No specific approach or theft method is described, and the frequency is unclear.
About Eritrea
Eritrea is a republic on the Red Sea coast of the Horn of Africa, north of Ethiopia and Djibouti.
- Capital
- Asmara
- Money
- Eritrean nakfa (Nfk)
- Languages
- Arabic, English, Tigrinya
- Time zone
- UTC+03:00
- Cars drive on the
- right side
- Calling code
- +291
Other Africa passports
Going to Eritrea
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Questions
Are there special rules for Ethiopian citizens visiting Eritrea?
Ethiopian citizens can get a visa on arrival in Eritrea for a stay of 30 days.
Do ethiopian citizens need a visa for Eritrea?
Ethiopian citizens get a visa on arrival in Eritrea, for up to 30 days.
How long can ethiopian citizens stay in Eritrea?
Up to 30 days each visit with the visa on arrival rule. Staying longer can mean a fine or a ban from coming back.
Can I get the Eritrea visa at the airport?
Yes. Ethiopian citizens get the visa when they land in Eritrea. Carry cash for the fee, a passport photo, your return ticket and hotel details.
Do eritrean citizens need a visa for Ethiopia?
Eritrean citizens get a visa on arrival in Ethiopia, for up to 90 days.
Do other Africa passports get easier entry to Eritrea?
Kenya, Uganda and Sudan can enter without applying before they travel.
Which countries near Eritrea are easier for ethiopian citizens?
Kenya, Burundi, Comoros, Djibouti Madagascar, and 3 more let ethiopian citizens in without applying before travel.
What should I carry to Eritrea?
Bring the arrival fee in cash, in a widely accepted currency, plus a passport photo. Have your return or onward ticket and accommodation details ready.
What money is used in Eritrea?
Eritrean nakfa (Nfk). Carry some cash for arrival, especially if a visa fee is paid at the border.
What language do people speak in Eritrea?
Arabic, English and Tigrinya.
How strong is the Ethiopia passport?
It ranks #91 and reaches 39 destinations without applying ahead.
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