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title: Eritrea visa for citizens of Romania
description: Citizens of Romania 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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# Eritrea visa for citizens of Romania

Citizens of Romania 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 (Single Entry)
- **How to apply:** In-person at an embassy or visa center
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Bank statements for last 3 months showing sufficient funds

## How to apply

1. **Prepare required documents** — Gather all necessary documents as per the embassy checklist
2. **Submit application in person** — Visit the Embassy of Eritrea in Rome or the nearest consulate during working hours
3. **Pay visa fee** — Fee amount varies; pay at the embassy (cash or bank transfer as per instructions)
4. **Wait for processing** — Processing time varies; contact embassy for current timelines
5. **Collect passport with visa** — Return to embassy in person or arrange for collection as advised

## 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): Print and sign the form
- **Two recent passport-sized photographs (white background)** (Identity): Size 35x45mm
- **Flight itinerary or confirmed round-trip ticket** (Travel): Show entry and exit from Eritrea
- **Hotel reservation or invitation letter from host in Eritrea** (Travel): Provide details of accommodation for entire stay
- **Travel insurance covering medical expenses (minimum €30,000)** (Travel): Valid for the entire trip
- **Bank statements for the last 3 months** (Financial): Proof of sufficient funds to cover stay
- **Employment letter or proof of leave** (Employment, optional): Required for employed applicants
- **Copy of valid residence permit (if not a Romanian national residing in Romania)** (Identity, optional): Only if applying from outside Romania

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** Equivalent of €500 for short stay (or as per embassy requirement)
- Bank statements
- Credit card statements
- Sponsorship letter

Must show sufficient funds for the entire duration of stay

## Good to know

- Visa requirements and fees change frequently; always confirm with the embassy before applying

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete or incorrect documentation** — Double-check all documents against the embassy checklist before submission
- **Insufficient travel funds or unclear purpose of travel** — Provide clear proof of financial means and supporting documents for the visit

## FAQs

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

Citizens of Romania need a visa for Eritrea and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Tourist Visa (Single Entry).

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

Valid passport with at least 6 months validity and blank pages; Completed visa application form; Two recent passport-sized photographs (white background); Flight itinerary or confirmed round-trip ticket; Hotel reservation or invitation letter from host in Eritrea; Travel insurance covering medical expenses (minimum €30,000); and 3 more.

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

At least 6 months.

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