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Eritrea Visa for Singapore Citizens 2026

Visa Required

Singapore citizens must obtain a visa before travel to Eritrea and apply through the official Eritrean visa portal at https://www.eritrea.be/; the typical tourist visa is a single-entry up to 90 days with a fee of USD 60 and processing in about 3–5 business days.

Guide last updated September 5, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport validity: Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your date of entry and have at least 2 blank visa pages.
  • Specific forms: Complete the online Eritrean visa application on the official portal at eritrea.be; upload scanned biographic passport data page and a recent passport photo as part of the online form.
  • Financial proof: Not required to provide bank statements for the e-visa, but you should have sufficient funds for your stay (example: USD 1000 equivalent for a 30-day stay).
  • Accommodation and return ticket: Proof of a place to stay (hotel booking) or an invitation letter from Eritrea, plus a return/onward flight ticket is recommended.
  • Photo spec: A recent passport-style photograph (2 x 2 inches / 51 x 51 mm) with a plain white background; high resolution (300 dpi) in JPEG/PNG; no headwear unless for religious reasons.
  • Biometrics: Not required as part of the online visa application; biometric data collection policies at entry depend on port of entry.
  • Travel health insurance: Travel medical insurance is recommended but not formally required for the visa approval.

Visa types

  • Tourist visa (official name: Eritrean Tourist Visa): single-entry, validity up to 90 days, stay up to 90 days; approximate fee USD 60; no extension beyond 90 days without leaving Eritrea and re-application.
  • Business visa: single-entry, similar duration; approximate fee USD 70–110 depending on embassy processing; requires invitation letter and business details.
  • Student visa: may be issued for study with invitation from an Eritrean institution; duration aligned with study period; fee varies and is processed via embassy.
  • Work visa: requires employer–sponsored permit; duration tied to work contract; fee varies; processing via Eritrean ministry/embassy.
  • Transit visa: if applicable, limited duration; fee varies.

How to apply

  • How to apply online: Go to the official Eritrea visa portal at https://www.eritrea.be/; complete the online application form; upload required documents; pay visa fee in USD using a credit/debit card; you will receive a visa authorization email once approved.
  • Steps: Create an account, fill applicant details, upload passport scan and photo, select visa type, pay the fee, wait for the authorization, print the approval to carry to Eritrea.
  • Fee (online): USD 60 for tourist visa; service charges may apply if applicable on the portal; processing time 3–5 business days; express options may be available at extra cost.
  • How approval arrives: You receive an electronic visa approval letter by email; print it and present it on arrival, along with your passport and other documents.
  • Arrival: Present the printed visa approval, passport, passport photos, hotel booking or invitation letter, and return ticket at the port of entry.

Fees & processing time

  • Visa fee: USD 60 (tourist); other categories may be USD 70–110 depending on type.
  • Local currency: If the portal offers payment in Eritrean Nakfa, use USD where offered; otherwise USD is widely accepted for visa fee.
  • VFS/BLS service fee: Not applicable as Eritrea uses direct online portal; if you use a local embassy service, fees may apply as per the embassy.
  • Total cost estimate: USD 60–110 for visa plus any service fee.
  • Standard processing time: 3–5 business days after submission; express processing sometimes offered for an additional fee.
  • Express/priority option: Available through the official portal in some cases; extra charges apply.

Tips for Singapore travelers

  • Apply well in advance: Start the visa application at least 2–3 weeks before travel to account for processing.
  • Common rejection reasons for Singapore applicants: missing or mismatched passport validity, incomplete application form, missing invitation or accommodation proof, or inconsistent travel dates.
  • VFS/BLS vs direct embassy application: The Eritrea.be portal is the official online route; if using an embassy route, verify the embassy in your region accepts Singapore applicants and confirm processing times.
  • Travel advisories: Check the Singapore Ministry of Foreign Affairs travel advisories for Eritrea prior to travel and monitor for any safety or entry rule changes.
  • Extension options inside Eritrea: Tourist visa extensions, if possible, require leaving Eritrea and re-applying for an updated visa; some travellers report extensions possible via the immigration authorities at Asmara but approvals vary; always verify with the port of entry or the official portal before relying on extension.
  • Health and safety: Ensure routine vaccinations are up to date and have travel health insurance; carry copies of your insurance and emergency contacts.

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

This guide is for information only. Visa policies change without notice. Travel Visa Stack is not an immigration authority. Always verify with official government or embassy sources before making travel plans.