Eritrea Visa for Nigeria Passport Holders

Nigeriapassport Eritreadestination

Single entry ApprovalMedium Transit visaNo

Data verified 15 May 2026

At a glance

Nigeria 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 Cairo or honorary consul in Nigeria. Tourist visa: USD 70 (~NGN 95,200). 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 NGNNGN 95,200

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

MethodEritrean Embassy 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 — carried)

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; NIN; 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 NG rejections: (1) Strict approval needed even for tourist visa; (2) Internal Travel Permit often denied for restricted areas; (3) Yellow Fever cert verification (Nigerians usually carry); (4) No verifiable Eritrean sponsor; (5) Limited Nigeria-Eritrea connectivity; (6) Surveillance state — extensive scrutiny of purpose; (7) NGO/UN credentials needed for most legit visits; (8) 419 financial fraud screening.

Embassy / consulate

AddressEmbassy of Eritrea, Plot 159 Tigris Crescent, Maitama, Abuja, Nigeria

Phone+234 9 413 7100

Emaileritrea.abuja@mfa.gov.er

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Official portal

Apply or confirm the current requirements on the destination government's official site.

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Data quality

ConfidenceMedium

Last verified2026-05-15

Indicative information for reference only — Visandra is not affiliated with any government or embassy. Always verify with the official mission before you travel.

Good to know

Eritrea visa FAQ for Nigeria passport holders

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

Yes — Nigeria passport holders need a visa for Eritrea (Single entry). Apply via Eritrean Embassy Cairo (mail/in-person).

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

The Eritrea visa fee is USD 70 (about NGN 95,200). 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 Nigeria 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 Nigeria?

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