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title: Lesotho visa for citizens of Eritrea
description: "Citizens of Eritrea need pre-approval online, then collect a visa on arrival in Lesotho. Stay up to 30 days. Fee: $150. Processing: 3–5 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Lesotho visa for citizens of Eritrea

Citizens of Eritrea need pre-approval online, then collect a visa on arrival in Lesotho.

*Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Pre-approval + VOA · eVisa · Tourist (30 days)
- **How to apply:** Approve online, collect at arrival
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Visa validity:** 30 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** 3–5 days
- **Government fee:** $150
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Bank statement showing sufficient funds for stay

## How to apply

1. **Prepare documents** — Gather passport, photo, itinerary, accommodation, bank statement, and vaccination certificate
2. **Complete online application** — Fill out the eVisa form at evisalesotho.com with personal and travel details
3. **Upload documents** — Upload scanned copies of all required documents in PDF or JPEG format
4. **Pay visa fee** — Pay USD 150 via credit/debit card or PayPal
5. **Receive eVisa by email** — Processing takes 3-5 business days; eVisa is sent as a PDF
6. **Print eVisa** — Print a copy to present upon arrival in Lesotho

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport** (Identity): Must have at least 6 months validity from date of arrival
- **Passport-size photograph** (Identity): Recent, white background, 2x2 inches
- **Completed eVisa application form** (Identity): Fill online at evisalesotho.com
- **Travel itinerary** (Travel): Flight bookings and accommodation details
- **Proof of accommodation** (Travel): Hotel reservation or invitation letter from host
- **Return flight ticket** (Travel): Confirmed onward/return ticket
- **Bank statement** (Financial): Last 3 months showing sufficient funds
- **Yellow fever vaccination certificate** (Supporting): Required if traveling from an endemic country
- **Travel insurance** (Supporting, optional): Recommended but not mandatory

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** Sufficient funds for stay
- Bank statement

Bank statement must be recent (last 3 months) and show adequate funds

## Good to know

- eVisa must be used within 30 days of issue
- Single entry only
- Passport must have at least 6 months validity

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete or incorrect application form** — Double-check all fields before submission
- **Insufficient funds** — Provide a bank statement showing adequate balance
- **Invalid passport validity** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months from arrival

## FAQs

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

Citizens of Eritrea need pre-approval online, then collect a visa on arrival in Lesotho. Visa type: eVisa · Tourist (30 days).

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

Up to 30 days.

### How much does the Lesotho visa cost for citizens of Eritrea?

Government fee: $150.

### How long does Lesotho visa processing take?

Typically 3–5 days.

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

Valid passport; Passport-size photograph; Completed eVisa application form; Travel itinerary; Proof of accommodation; Return flight ticket; and 3 more.

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

At least 6 months.

## Sources

- evisalesotho.com (evisalesotho.com, third-party site)

## More

- [Lesotho visa for every passport](/visa/lesotho)
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