🇪🇷Eritrea

Typically bring

• Passport valid for at least six months beyond the intended stay.
• Completed visa application form signed by the applicant.
• Recent passport‑size photographs meeting the embassy’s specifications.
• Proof of onward or return travel (e.g., confirmed flight ticket).
• Evidence of sufficient funds for the duration of the stay.
• Travel insurance covering medical emergencies and repatriation.

Watch out for

• Applying too close to the travel date may result in insufficient processing time.
• Passport validity of less than six months can lead to visa refusal.
• Missing or outdated photographs can delay the application.
• Insufficient proof of funds or lack of a return ticket may cause denial.
• Using unofficial agents that are not recognised by the embassy can lead to extra charges or errors.
• Failing to sign the application or provide required biometric data can invalidate the request.

Good to know

• The local currency is the Eritrean Nakfa (ERN); cash is widely used and card acceptance is limited.
• Official language is Tigrinya, though Arabic and some English are also understood.
• Internet connectivity is limited; purchasing a local SIM card is recommended for basic access.
• Safety: stay updated on travel advisories, avoid border areas, and keep travel documents secure.
• The climate is hot and arid year‑round, with cooler evenings in the highlands.