Only Eritrea Mobile provides cellular service, purchase at airport.

Tourist Visa Required

All foreign nationals must obtain a visa before entering Eritrea.

Passport must be valid for at least six months beyond intended stay.

Yellow Fever Vaccination

Proof of yellow fever vaccination is mandatory for entry.

Travel Health Insurance

Medical facilities are limited, comprehensive travel insurance is crucial.

Only drink bottled or thoroughly boiled water.

Very limited credit card acceptance, bring sufficient US dollars or Euros.

Eritrean Nakfa is the official currency, cash is predominantly used.

October to March offers most comfortable temperatures and minimal rainfall.

230V, Type C and L electrical plugs are standard.

Tigrinya and Arabic are official languages, limited English outside major cities.

Police emergency number is 113 in Eritrea.

Photography Restrictions

Strict rules about photographing infrastructure and government buildings.

Same-sex relationships are illegal and socially unacceptable.

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Reissued with obsolete COVID-19 page links removed. Exercise increased caution in Eritrea due to travel restrictions, limited consular assistance, landmines, and wrongful detentions. Country Summary: The U.S. government has limited ability to provide emergency services to U.S. citizens in Eritrea, as U.S. government employees must obtain special authorization to travel outside of Asmara. U.S. citi

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