Eritrea Visa Requirements by Passport (2026)
4 of 207 passports can enter Eritrea without arranging a visa in advance: 2 visa-free and 2 with a visa on arrival. 203 need a visa before travel.
- Visa-free 2
- On arrival 2
- Visa 203
No visa in advance
4 of 207
Visa-free, ETA or on arrival
Visa-free
2
E-visa online
0
Visa required
203
Passports that can visit Eritrea visa-free
2 passports. No visa or online approval needed. Show your passport at immigration.
Passports that get a visa on arrival in Eritrea
2 passports. Get the visa at the airport or border, usually for a fee.
Passports that need a visa for Eritrea
203 passports. Apply for a visa at an embassy, consulate or official visa center before you go.
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ZimbabweEritrea visa: common questions
Do US passport holders need a visa for Eritrea?
Yes. US passport holders need a visa for Eritrea, arranged before travel through an embassy, consulate or official visa center.
Do UK passport holders need a visa for Eritrea?
Yes. UK passport holders need a visa for Eritrea, arranged before travel through an embassy, consulate or official visa center.
Do Canada passport holders need a visa for Eritrea?
Yes. Canada passport holders need a visa for Eritrea, arranged before travel through an embassy, consulate or official visa center.
Do Australia passport holders need a visa for Eritrea?
Yes. Australia passport holders need a visa for Eritrea, arranged before travel through an embassy, consulate or official visa center.
Do India passport holders need a visa for Eritrea?
Yes. India passport holders need a visa for Eritrea, arranged before travel through an embassy, consulate or official visa center.
How long can you stay in Eritrea without a visa?
Most visa-free visitors can stay up to 7 days. The limit depends on your passport, so check yours above.
How many passports need a visa for Eritrea?
203 passports need a visa arranged before travel, and 0 can apply for an e-visa online. Look up your passport above for the exact rule.
Tourist visits only. Requirements come from a dataset compiled in October 2025, with changes since then checked against official government sources on 2026-10-31. Rules change, so confirm with Eritrea's official site before you book and again before you fly.