Africa
Eritrea
- Capital
- Asmara
- Population
- 3,607,003
- Currency
- Eritrean Nakfa (ERN)
- Calling code
- +291
- Languages
- Afar, Arabic, Tigre
- 25missions
- 19embassies
- 3consulates
- 2honorary consulates
Eritrea
Embassies and consulates in Eritrea
embassies in Asmara
Eritrea hosts 25 foreign missions from 24 countries: 19 embassies, 3 consulates, 2 honorary consulates and 1 other office. All 19 embassies are in the capital, Asmara.
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All missions in Eritrea
By country
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Austria 1 consulate1 -
Canada 1 honorary consulate1 -
China 1 embassy1 -
Djibouti 1 embassy1 -
Egypt 1 embassy1 -
France 1 embassy1 -
Germany 1 embassy1 -
India 1 embassy1 -
Israel 1 embassy1 -
Italy 1 embassy1 -
Libya 1 embassy1 -
Poland 1 honorary consulate1 -
Qatar 1 embassy1 -
Russia 1 embassy1 -
Saudi Arabia 1 embassy1 -
South Africa 1 embassy1 -
South Sudan 1 embassy1 -
Sudan 1 embassy1 -
Sweden 1 consulate1 -
Switzerland 1 consulate1 -
Turkey 1 embassy1 -
United Kingdom 1 embassy1 -
United States 1 embassy2 -
Yemen 1 embassy1
Visa rules for Eritrea
Eritrea visa guide · 6 visa types
Of the 198 passports in the visa data, 2 can enter visa-free, 2 get a visa on arrival and 194 need a visa from an embassy or consulate for Eritrea.
Visa statistics
Schengen visa applications in Eritrea
| Year | Applications | Visas issued | Refused | Refusal rate | Multiple-entry share |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 3,317 | 2,659 | 650 | 19.6% | 24.0% |
| 2024 | 5,255 | 3,732 | 1,509 | 28.7% | 12.6% |
| 2025 | 5,772 | 3,532 | 2,240 | 38.8% | 14.3% |
Schengen consulates in Eritrea received 5,772 short-stay visa applications in 2025, and issued 3,532 visas. 38.8% of applications were refused (worldwide: 14.6%). The refusal rate rose by 10.1 points from 28.7% in 2024, a sharp increase. Applications rose by 10% compared with 2024 (5,255).
The numbers include every nationality applying in Eritrea.
Source: European Commission, Directorate-General for Migration and Home Affairs, visa statistics for consulates 2023–2025 (© European Union, reused under CC BY 4.0). Short-stay (type C) visas. How these figures are made
US visas issued to citizens of Eritrea
| Visas issued | FY 2024 | FY 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Visitor (B) | 1,236 | 923 |
| Student (F, M) | 60 | 21 |
| Exchange (J) | 11 | 6 |
| Work and treaty (H, L, O, E…) | 12 | 9 |
| Transit and crew (C, D) | 2 | 0 |
| Diplomatic and official (A, G) | 34 | 28 |
| Fiancé(e) (K) | 127 | 71 |
| Other | 2 | 0 |
| Total | 1,484 | 1,058 |
| B visa refusal rate (adjusted) | 49.9% | 60.0% |
In fiscal year 2025 (October 2024 to September 2025) the United States issued 1,058 nonimmigrant visas to citizens of Eritrea, the 164th highest number of the 206 nationalities listed. Visitor visas (B1/B2) made up 87%, fiancé(e) visas 7% and diplomatic and official visas 3%. That is 29% fewer than in fiscal year 2024 (1,484).
From October 2025 to February 2026, citizens of Eritrea received 11, 99% fewer than in the same months a year earlier.
For visitor visas (B1/B2) the State Department reports an adjusted refusal rate of 60.0% for citizens of Eritrea in fiscal year 2025 (fiscal year 2024: 49.9%).
Source: US Department of State, Bureau of Consular Affairs, monthly nonimmigrant visa issuances up to February 2026 and adjusted refusal rates (public domain). US fiscal years run from October to September. How these figures are made
Eritrea’s own missions abroad
Eritrea’s embassies abroad (21)
Eritrea itself has 21 missions abroad, in 18 countries. Its largest networks are in Germany (2), Italy (2) and the United States (2).
Upcoming closures
Public holidays in Eritrea
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New Year's Day
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Orthodox Christmas
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Orthodox Epiphany
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Women's Day
Good to know
Where the embassies are
All 19 embassies are in the capital, Asmara. The largest foreign networks in Eritrea are those of the United States (2).
Travel advice for Eritrea
Foreign ministries’ advice on travel to Eritrea: the US State Department rates Eritrea at Level 2, exercise increased caution (updated 30 July 2023), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office advises against all travel to parts of Eritrea (updated 12 October 2026) and the German Foreign Office has a partial travel warning (Teilreisewarnung) for parts of Eritrea (updated 16 October 2026).
Frequently asked questions
Which country has the most consulates in Eritrea?
The United States, with 2 missions.
Do I need a visa for Eritrea?
Of 198 passports, 2 can enter visa-free, 2 get a visa on arrival and 194 need a visa from an embassy or consulate for Eritrea; the visa rules page for your own passport has the answer for you.
When are embassies in Eritrea closed?
On Eritrea’s public holidays and on each mission’s own national day; the next public holiday is New Year's Day on Friday 1 January 2027.