Do citizens of United Arab Emirates need a visa for Eritrea?

Visa required

Yes. United Arab Emirates passport holders need a visa for Eritrea and must get it before the trip, from an embassy or consulate.

Entry rule: Visa required
Length of stay: Set by the visa
Where to get it: Embassy or consulate
Last checked: Nov 9, 2026

Embassy or consulate Document checklist

Visa rules change often. Always confirm with the official embassy or government site before you travel. Source: Passport Index dataset (MIT), refreshed Nov 9, 2026.

Eritrea missions in United Arab Emirates

Eritrea has no resident embassy or consulate in United Arab Emirates on record. The nearest Eritrea mission is in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, about 780 km away.

EmbassyRiyadh

embassy of Eritrea in Saudi Arabia, Riyadh

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Address

Ummal Hammam Prince Turki bin Abdulaziz Road, Riyadh

Opening hours

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Directions

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Source: Wikidata Q68169976Record updated: Jul 8, 2026

Document checklist: United Arab Emirates → Eritrea

General guidance for a short trip. Requirements change, so confirm with the official sources linked below.

Passport valid for at least 6 months after your trip, with 2 blank pages.
Completed visa application form.
Recent passport photos.
Travel medical insurance for the whole stay.
Proof of sufficient funds (bank statements of the last 3–6 months).
Employment letter or proof of business/studies.
Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation).
Return or onward ticket.

Only use the official government portal. Many look-alike sites charge extra.

United Arab Emirates missions in Eritrea

United Arab Emirates has no resident embassy or consulate in Eritrea on record.

United Arab Emirates embassy & consulates in Eritrea

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