Visa policy of Eritrea
Visitors to Eritrea must obtain a visa from one of the Eritrean diplomatic missions, unless they come from one of the visa exempt countries or countries eligible for visa on arrival.
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Visa exemption
Citizens of Kenya and
Uganda can visit Eritrea without a visa.[1]
In addition, holders of diplomatic, service passports and passports for public affairs of China are visa exempt for 60 days.[1]
Visa not required for minors under 18 years of age if accompanied by parents holding a national ID card issued by Eritrea.
Visa on arrival
Citizens of the following countries may obtain a visa on arrival for Eritrea:[1]
Holders of a confirmation of a pre-arranged visa can obtain a visa on arrival, provided the sponsor in Eritrea submits a request to the Eritrean Immigration Authority 48 hours prior to arrival.[1]
Transit
Passengers with a confirmed onward ticket for a flight to a third country within 6 hours and cannot leave the airport. They must have documents required for the next destination.[1]
References
- "Visa and passport". Timatic. International Air Transport Association through Emirates. Retrieved 1 April 2017.