🇪🇷 Eritrea visa requirements for Ethiopian citizens
Ethiopian citizens can get a visa on arrival when entering Eritrea — no embassy visit needed beforehand.
Entry rules for Ethiopia passport holders
Ethiopian travelers can obtain their visa directly at the border or airport when arriving in Eritrea. Bring a passport with at least six months' validity, passport photos, and the visa fee (often payable only in cash). Lines can be long at peak times, so check whether Eritrea also offers an e-visa to skip the queue.
Entry rules can change at short notice. Always confirm current requirements with the official Eritrea immigration authority or your nearest embassy before booking.
About Eritrea
- Capital
- Asmara
- Region
- Eastern Africa
- Currency
- Eritrean nakfa (Nfk)
- Languages
- Arabic, English, Tigrinya
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Frequently asked questions
Do Ethiopian citizens need a visa for Eritrea?
Ethiopian citizens can get a visa on arrival when entering Eritrea — no embassy visit needed beforehand.
What currency is used in Eritrea?
The currency in Eritrea is the Eritrean nakfa (Nfk). The capital city is Asmara.
Is this information up to date?
This page is refreshed weekly from the open Passport Index dataset. Current status: Visa on arrival for Ethiopian citizens traveling to Eritrea. Always double-check with official sources before booking, as rules can change at short notice.
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