Azerbaijan passport → Eritrea

Eritrea visa for citizens of Azerbaijan

Embassy / VFSBusiness Visa

Citizens of Azerbaijan need a visa for Eritrea and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre.

Verified · Last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.

Key facts

Entry route	Embassy / VFS · Business Visa
How to apply	In-person at an embassy or visa center
Processing time	5–10 days
Government fee	₹5,000
Passport validity	At least 6 months
Biometrics	Not required
Appointment	Required
Interview	Not required
Onward or return ticket	Required

How to apply

1
Call the embassy to confirm latest requirements and fee
Contact the Embassy of Eritrea in New Delhi before preparing documents.
2
Prepare all required documents
Gather passport, forms, photos, covering letter, itinerary, and invitation letter.
3
Obtain a demand draft for the visa fee
Pay approx. Rs. 5,000 (normal) or Rs. 4,750 (urgent) by demand draft payable to the embassy.
4
Submit documents by post or in person
Send or deliver the completed application, documents, and demand draft to the embassy.
5
Wait for processing
Normal processing 10 days, urgent processing 5 days (indicative).
6
Collect your passport with visa
Once processed, collect your passport from the embassy or receive it by mail.

Documents checklist

Identity

Valid passport with at least 6 months validity
Must have at least 6 months validity from travel date.
Visa application form (3 copies, original)
Submit three original signed application forms.
Recent passport‑size photographs (3)
Fresh white‑background photos not used on any previous visa.

Travel

Travel itinerary (ticket)
Confirmed round‑trip flight itinerary.

Employment

Covering letter to The Visa Officer, Embassy of Eritrea
Address the letter to the Visa Officer at the Embassy.

Supporting

Invitation letter
Official invitation from the business partner in Eritrea.

Good to know

Embassy does not provide visa information to agents – call yourself.
Processing times are indicative and can vary at the embassy’s discretion.

Common refusal reasons

Incomplete or incorrect application form

Fill all three form copies accurately and sign each one.

Insufficient passport validity

Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond travel date.

Missing or invalid invitation letter

Obtain a clear, official invitation from your Eritrean business contact.

FAQ

Do citizens of Azerbaijan need a visa for Eritrea?

Citizens of Azerbaijan need a visa for Eritrea and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Business Visa.

How much does the Eritrea visa cost for citizens of Azerbaijan?

Government fee: ₹5,000.

How long does Eritrea visa processing take?

Typically 5–10 days.

What documents do citizens of Azerbaijan need for Eritrea?

Valid passport with at least 6 months validity; Visa application form (3 copies, original); Recent passport‑size photographs (3); Covering letter to The Visa Officer, Embassy of Eritrea; Travel itinerary (ticket); Invitation letter.

How long must my passport be valid for Eritrea?

At least 6 months.

Sources

Eritrea Visa at Delhi Consulate - Documents & Appointment
Embassy of Eritrea in New Delhi, India - EmbassyPages.com (embassypages.com, third-party site)
Embassy of Eritrea in New Delhi, India - Embassies.info (embassies.info, third-party site)
eritreaembindia.com (eritreaembindia.com, third-party site)

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