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title: Eswatini visa for citizens of Eritrea
description: Citizens of Eritrea need a visa for Eswatini and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Stay up to 30 days. Documents checklist and application steps.
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# Eswatini visa for citizens of Eritrea

Citizens of Eritrea need a visa for Eswatini 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 · Visa · Tourist (30 days)
- **How to apply:** In-person at an embassy or visa center
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Required
- **Appointment:** Required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Bank statements for last 3 months

## How to apply

1. **Contact the nearest Eswatini embassy or consulate** — Determine the jurisdiction and schedule an appointment for visa submission.
2. **Prepare required documents** — Gather all documents as per the checklist, including passport, photos, and financial proofs.
3. **Attend appointment at embassy/consulate** — Submit application in person, provide biometrics (fingerprints and photo), and pay visa fee.
4. **Wait for processing** — Processing time varies; check with the embassy for current timelines.
5. **Collect passport with visa** — Return to the embassy or arrange courier to receive your passport with the visa sticker.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport with at least 6 months validity and 2 blank pages** (Identity)
- **Completed visa application form** (Identity)
- **Two recent passport-sized photographs (white background)** (Identity)
- **Copy of passport bio-data page** (Identity)
- **Flight itinerary (round trip)** (Travel)
- **Hotel reservation or letter of invitation** (Travel)
- **Bank statements for last 3 months** (Financial): Proof of sufficient funds
- **Employment letter or proof of occupation** (Employment)
- **Yellow fever vaccination certificate** (Supporting): Required if traveling from an endemic area
- **Travel insurance covering medical expenses** (Supporting, optional): Recommended

## Proof of funds

- Bank statements for last 3 months

Sufficient funds to cover stay and return

## Good to know

- Visa requirements may change; confirm with the embassy before applying.
- Eritrean passport holders may face additional scrutiny or longer processing.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete or incorrect application form** — Double-check all entries and ensure form is fully completed.
- **Insufficient financial proof** — Provide clear bank statements showing adequate balance.
- **Invalid passport validity** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay.

## FAQs

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

Citizens of Eritrea need a visa for Eswatini and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Visa · Tourist (30 days).

### How long can citizens of Eritrea stay in Eswatini?

Up to 30 days.

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

Valid passport with at least 6 months validity and 2 blank pages; Completed visa application form; Two recent passport-sized photographs (white background); Copy of passport bio-data page; Flight itinerary (round trip); Hotel reservation or letter of invitation; and 4 more.

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

At least 6 months.

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- [Eswatini visa for every passport](/visa/eswatini)
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