East Africa · DE passport
Do German citizens need a visa for Eritrea?
Travel advice. Some regions have security risks. Check your foreign ministry's travel advice for the areas you plan to visit.
Entry rules change often. We checked these on 27 October 2026 against the sources below. Confirm with the embassy before you book.
Yes. German citizens need a visa for Eritrea and must apply at an embassy or consulate before travel.
A pre-approved visa can be collected on arrival. Travel outside Asmara needs a separate permit.
At a glance
- Visa required
- Yes
- Type
- Embassy visa
- Fee
- See official portal
- Stay
- Set at entry
- Yellow fever
- If arriving from a risk country
- Arrive at
- ASM
How to get your Eritrea embassy visa
- Find the nearest embassy or consulate that covers your country of residence.
- Book an appointment and prepare the form, photos, invitation or hotel booking and proof of funds.
- Apply at least 4 to 6 weeks before travel. Processing times vary widely.
Most African countries treat all EU passports the same way, but some do not (Mozambique and Rwanda, for example). This page uses the rule for Germany.
Health requirements
Yellow fever. A yellow fever certificate is required if you arrive from, or have transited through, a country with yellow fever risk.
Malaria. Malaria is present in some regions. Check your route with a travel clinic.
Book a travel clinic visit 6 to 8 weeks before departure. Some vaccines, including yellow fever, must be given at least 10 days before you arrive.
Travel advice for German travellers
Your own government publishes safety advice and emergency contacts for Eritrea. Check it before you book and register your trip if your country offers that service: German Federal Foreign Office (Reise- und Sicherheitshinweise).
More entry rules for your passport: all 54 countries, visa-free countries, eVisa countries and visa on arrival countries.
On arrival in Eritrea
- Capital
- Asmara
- Currency
- Eritrean nakfa (ERN)
- Languages
- Tigrinya, Arabic, English
- Plugs
- Type C, L
- Best time
- October to March
- Airports
- Asmara (ASM)
Frequently asked questions
Do German citizens need a visa for Eritrea?
Yes. German citizens need a visa for Eritrea and must apply at an embassy or consulate before travel.
How long can German citizens stay in Eritrea?
The permitted stay is set when your visa is issued. Check the date on it and do not overstay.
Do I need a yellow fever certificate for Eritrea?
A yellow fever certificate is required if you arrive from, or have transited through, a country with yellow fever risk.
How much does the Eritrea visa cost for German passport holders?
Fees vary by visa length and entry type. The official portal shows the current price before you pay.
Which airports do flights to Eritrea arrive at?
Most international flights land at Asmara (ASM).
Sources
- German Federal Foreign Office (Reise- und Sicherheitshinweise)
- Wikipedia: Visa requirements for German citizens
- WHO: Yellow fever vaccination requirements, country list
- Wikipedia: Visa requirements for British citizens
- Wikipedia: Visa requirements for United States citizens
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