Samoa passport → Eritrea

Eritrea visa for citizens of Samoa

Embassy / VFSBusiness Visa (New Delhi Consulate)

Citizens of Samoa 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 (New Delhi Consulate)
How to apply	In-person at an embassy or visa center
Processing time	5–10 days
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 requirements and fees
Embassy does not provide information to agents; applicant must call ahead
2
Prepare all required documents
Passport, 3 forms, 3 photos, covering letter, itinerary, invitation
3
Obtain demand draft for visa fee
Approximate fee Rs.5000 (normal) or Rs.4750 (urgent); draft in favour of the embassy
4
Send documents by courier to the embassy
Include the demand draft and all documents; address to Embassy of Eritrea in New Delhi
5
Wait for processing
Normal processing ~10 days, urgent ~5 days
6
Receive visa by return courier
Passport with visa will be mailed back to applicant

Documents checklist

Identity

Passport with at least 6 months validity
Must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of travel
3 visa application forms (original)
Completed and signed in original
3 recent passport-sized photographs (white background)
Fresh photos not used earlier for any visa

Travel

Travel itinerary (flight ticket)
Confirmed round-trip reservation

Employment

Covering letter addressed to The Visa Officer, Embassy of Eritrea
Explains purpose of visit and itinerary

Supporting

Invitation letter
From the host/company in Eritrea

Good to know

Embassy does not provide information to agents; always call directly before applying.
Processing times are indicative and may vary at the consulate's discretion.

Common refusal reasons

Incomplete or incorrect documentation (e.g., photos used before, missing forms)

Double-check all required documents and use fresh photos.

Insufficient passport validity

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

FAQ

Do citizens of Samoa need a visa for Eritrea?

Citizens of Samoa need a visa for Eritrea and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Business Visa (New Delhi Consulate).

How long does Eritrea visa processing take?

Typically 5–10 days.

What documents do citizens of Samoa need for Eritrea?

Passport with at least 6 months validity; 3 visa application forms (original); 3 recent passport-sized photographs (white background); Covering letter addressed to The Visa Officer, Embassy of Eritrea; Travel itinerary (flight 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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