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title: Eritrea visa for citizens of Samoa
description: "Citizens of Samoa need a visa for Eritrea and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Processing: 5–10 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Eritrea visa for citizens of Samoa

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

- **Passport with at least 6 months validity** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of travel
- **3 visa application forms (original)** (Identity): Completed and signed in original
- **3 recent passport-sized photographs (white background)** (Identity): Fresh photos not used earlier for any visa
- **Covering letter addressed to The Visa Officer, Embassy of Eritrea** (Employment): Explains purpose of visit and itinerary
- **Travel itinerary (flight ticket)** (Travel): Confirmed round-trip reservation
- **Invitation letter** (Supporting): 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.

## FAQs

### 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](https://www.mondy.in/visas/eritrea/consulates/delhi)
- 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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