Tourist visa
through an Eritrean embassy
All non-Eritreans need a visa to enter Eritrea, obtained in advance through an Eritrean embassy. The Embassy in Washington takes online applications (form B62.3) and the original passport by mail. The tourist visa costs USD 50 plus fees and takes at least 15 business days. Visas are valid for three months from issue, and the stay is typically one month, extendable at Immigration in Asmara.
1 entry rule for Eritrea based on recent travel
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Yellow fever certificate needed after a stay in countries with risk of yellow fever transmission (WHO list)
Travellers aged 9 months and over arriving from a yellow fever risk country need a valid yellow fever certificate.
WHO International Travel and Health, Annex 1: Countries with risk of yellow fever transmission and countries requiring proof of vaccination against yellow fever (18 Nov 2022, revised 3 Jan 2023) WHO ITH Country List: Vaccination requirements and WHO recommendations for international travellers, 2022 edition (18 Nov 2022, revised 3 Jan 2023) Checked October 19, 2026
Visiting Eritrea
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Life in Eritrea
Money
2
Currency
Eritrean Nakfa
ERN
Eritrean Nakfa
Tax
Up to 38%
Income tax (national)
Progressive personal income tax reaching 38% (government statement); brackets and lowest rate not confirmed.
Your edge here Members
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Who it’s for
Tourists visiting Eritrea.
Eligibility
Visa required
A visa is required for non-Eritreans and Eritreans without a National ID.
Passport
Valid at least six months beyond the trip.
Funds
Proof of sufficient funds to cover all expenses.
A sneak peek at what's inside
- Next requirementYellow fever
- Document checklistVisa application form B62.3, completed and signed online
- FeesTourist visa
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- 6 documents
- 3 fees
- 5 steps
- Processing times and conditions
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