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Eritrea
Passport/Visa

Passport/Visa

Eritrea

Passport Required?
British Yes
Australian Yes
Canadian Yes
USA Yes
Other EU Yes
Visa Required?
British Yes
Australian Yes
Canadian Yes
USA Yes
Other EU Yes
Return Ticket Required?
British Yes
Australian Yes
Canadian Yes
USA Yes
Other EU Yes

Passports

Passport valid for a minimum of three months beyond intended departure date required by all nationals referred to in the chart above.

Visas

Required by all nationals referred to in the chart above except:
(a) transit passengers continuing their journey to a third country within six hours, provided holding valid onward or return documentation and not leaving the airport transit lounge.

Visa Note

(a) Since 1 June 2006, all foreign nationals (including resident diplomats) are required to have a travel permit to visit other areas outside Asmara. Visitors intending to travel outside Asmara should be aware that the new restrictions might severely hamper their plans. (b) Nationals not referred to in the chart above are advised to contact the embassy to check visa requirements (see Contact Addresses).

Types of Visa and Cost

Tourist: £25 (one month, single-entry). Business: £40 (one month, single-entry); £55 (three month, multiple-entry). Transit: £10. During busy times, an additional fee of £5 is payable for Express Service visas.

Validity

Single-entry tourist and business visas: up to three months. Extensions are possible. Apply on arrival to the foreign ministry in Asmara.

Applications to:

Consulate (or consular section at embassy); see Contact Addresses.

Working Days Required

One. Five hours for Express Service.

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