Eritrea Visa for India Passport Holders

Indiapassport Eritreadestination

Single entry ApprovalMedium Transit visaNo

Data verified 15 May 2026

At a glance

India passport holders: Single entry for Eritrea. Fee: USD 70 (~USD 70). Processing: 4-8 weeks. Indicative only — always verify with the official mission before applying.

Overview

No eVisa. Embassy-only visa via Eritrean Embassy New Delhi or Cairo. Tourist visa: USD 70 (~INR 6,650). Travel STRONGLY RESTRICTED — internal Travel Permit required to leave Asmara. Yellow Fever vaccination MANDATORY.

Visa types: Tourist Visa (very limited, requires special approval); Business Visa; Work Visa (mining/diplomatic/UN); Student (rare); Family; Transit; Diplomatic. Internal Travel Permit required for movement outside Asmara.

Fees & funds

Visa fee (local)USD 70 (Tourist)

In USDUSD 70

In INRINR 6,650

Minimum bank balanceUSD 100/day

Stay & validity

Validity: 90 days from issue. Max Stay: 30 days (extendable in-country). Internal Travel Permit separate.

Extension possibleYes

Overstay penalty: Per-day fine + possible re-entry ban — verify with destination immigration authority

How to apply

MethodEmbassy New Delhi or Cairo (mail/in-person)

Application centreEmbassy

Processing time4-8 weeks

AppointmentYes · Book

InterviewConditional

Urgent processingNo

Requirements

Bank Statement Yes Yes (USD 100/day)

Return Ticket Yes

Hotel Booking Yes

Sponsor Doc Yes Yes (Business/Family)

Invitation Letter Yes Yes (most categories)

Vaccination Mandatory Yellow Fever (MANDATORY)

Travel Insurance Recommended

Biometrics No

Police Clearance Yes

Employment Letter Yes

Passport & photo

Passport validity6+ months

Photo size35 × 45 mm · White bg

Required documents: Valid passport (6+ months, 2 blank pages); Application form; 2 photos; Return ticket; Hotel booking (Asmara only typically); Bank statement (USD 100/day); Yellow Fever certificate (MANDATORY); Travel insurance; Aadhaar + PAN; Detailed itinerary; For Business: Eritrean entity invitation legalized; Internal Travel Permit application separately.

Visa types (1)

Tourist ★

Single USD 70 (~USD 70) 4-8 weeks

Common rejection reasons

Common IN rejections: (1) Strict approval needed even for tourist visa; (2) Internal Travel Permit often denied for restricted areas; (3) Missing Yellow Fever cert; (4) No verifiable Eritrean sponsor; (5) Limited India-Eritrea connectivity; (6) Surveillance state — extensive scrutiny of purpose; (7) NGO/UN credentials needed for most legit visits.

Good to know

Eritrea visa FAQ for India passport holders

Do I need a visa to visit Eritrea with a India passport?

Yes — India passport holders need a visa for Eritrea (Single entry). Apply via Embassy New Delhi or Cairo (mail/in-person).

How much does a Eritrea visa cost for India passport holders?

The Eritrea visa fee is USD 70 (about INR 6,650). Additional service, biometric or courier charges may apply on top.

How long does it take to get a Eritrea visa?

Typical processing for a Eritrea visa is 4-8 weeks. Apply well ahead of your travel date and allow for appointment availability.

How long can I stay in Eritrea on this visa?

A Eritrea visa for India passport holders typically allows a stay of Validity: 90 days from issue. Max Stay: 30 days (extendable in-country). Internal Travel Permit separate.. Extensions may be possible (Yes).

How do I apply for a Eritrea visa from India?

Apply for your Eritrea visa via Embassy New Delhi or Cairo (mail/in-person). An appointment is required. Your passport should be valid 6+ months.