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title: Eritrea visa for citizens of Eswatini
description: Citizens of Eswatini need a visa for Eritrea and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Documents checklist and application steps.
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lastModified: 2026-09-05
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# Eritrea visa for citizens of Eswatini

Citizens of Eswatini 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 · Tourist Visa
- **How to apply:** In-person at an embassy or visa center
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Bank statements for last 3 months

## How to apply

1. **Gather required documents** — Collect all documents listed above, ensuring passport validity and photo specifications
2. **Schedule an appointment at the Eritrean embassy** — Contact the embassy or consulate to book a submission appointment
3. **Submit application in person** — Attend the appointment with all original documents and copies
4. **Pay visa fee** — Pay the applicable fee at the embassy (cash or bank transfer as instructed)
5. **Wait for processing** — Processing time varies; check with embassy for current timeline
6. **Collect passport with visa** — Return to embassy to pick up passport or arrange courier if available

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport with at least 6 months validity and blank pages** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay
- **Completed visa application form** (Identity): Download from embassy website or obtain in person
- **Two recent passport-sized photographs** (Identity): White background, 35x45mm
- **Flight itinerary (round trip)** (Travel): Confirmed reservation showing entry and exit dates
- **Hotel reservation or letter of invitation** (Travel): Proof of accommodation for entire stay
- **Bank statements for last 3 months** (Financial): Show sufficient funds for stay
- **Visa fee payment receipt** (Supporting): Pay at embassy or as instructed
- **Travel insurance** (Travel, optional): Recommended but not mandatory

## Proof of funds

- Bank statements

Sufficient funds to cover stay, typically around $50 per day

## Good to know

- Visa requirements may change; confirm with the nearest Eritrean embassy before applying
- Eswatini passport holders must obtain a visa in advance; no visa on arrival

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete or incorrect application form** — Double-check all fields and use the latest form version
- **Insufficient passport validity** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay
- **Lack of proof of accommodation or return ticket** — Provide confirmed hotel bookings and round-trip flight itinerary

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Eswatini need a visa for Eritrea?

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

### What documents do citizens of Eswatini need for Eritrea?

Valid passport with at least 6 months validity and blank pages; Completed visa application form; Two recent passport-sized photographs; Flight itinerary (round trip); Hotel reservation or letter of invitation; Bank statements for last 3 months; and 2 more.

### How long must my passport be valid for Eritrea?

At least 6 months.

## More

- [Eritrea visa for every passport](/visa/eritrea)
- [Every destination for Eswatini passport holders](/visa/passport/eswatini)
