Basic Travel Requirements for Mauritians visiting
Eritrea
Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to
apply for a Eritrean Visa.
- A signed Mauritius passport with 2 clear pages for visa stamping and validity of at least six months beyond the trip date
- Two copies of an appropriately filled application form
- Two professional passport photographs
- Copy of return tickets
- Airline itinerary
- Certificate of vaccination
- Letter of invitation
- Proof of financial resources sufficient for the duration of the trip
- Cover letter
- Proof of civil status (single, married, divorced, etc)
- Receipt of payments
- Physical interview
Eritrea Visa for Mauritians
Facts about Eritrea
Eritrea is home to a large number of wildlife and the regulations enforced by the Eritrean government has helped to steadily increase the number of wildlife animals. There are various species of mammals and 560 species of birds. While in the country you can see wonderful animals like the Abyssinia hare, African wild cat, Black-backed jackal, African golden wolf, Lions, African bush elephants and a host of others. Other attractions in Eritrea include Tank Graveyard, Opera house, Imperial Palace, etc. Tourists are sure to enjoy their time in the country.
Tourism in Eritrea is not as dominant as it used to be in the previous century. Although, the government is putting in a very big effort to develop the country’s tourism and make it better than what it was.
Visitors are not allowed to take photographs of military and government buildings. If you want to exchange money, it should be done at a state foreign currency exchange Himbol branch, it is illegal to do it anywhere else. All foreign currencies in excess of $10,000 should be declared on entry into Eritrea.
Types of Eritrea Visa
| Types of Visa | Processing Time | Duration of Stay |
|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | 30 days | 90 days |
| Business visa | 30 days | 90 days |
General Requirements for Eritrea Visa
- A signed Mauritius passport with 2 clear pages for visa stamping and validity of at least six months beyond the trip date
- Two copies of an appropriately filled application form
- Two professional passport photographs
- Copy of return tickets
- Airline itinerary
- Certificate of vaccination
- Letter of invitation
- Proof of financial resources sufficient for the duration of the trip
- Cover letter
- Proof of civil status (single, married, divorced, etc)
- Receipt of payments
- Physical interview
Eritrea Tourist Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- Tourist visa is issued to those who intend to visit Eritrea for tourism or relaxation purposes.
- Holders of this visa can visit friends and families, attend events, carnivals, and go sight-seeing
- You are required to have an accommodation and submit a proof which could be a hotel reservation or an invitation letter if you will be staying with a relative or friend
- The invitation letter should carry information such as the name, address and contact of the host and should state the relationship between both parties
- Yellow fever vaccination is required
- Studying, manual labor or taking up any form of employment is not allowed with this visa
- Children should have the original copy of their birth certificate
- Proof of all fees paid for the application is required
- Ensure you leave Eritrea before your visa expires
- Overstaying your visa is a huge offense and carries serious consequences
Eritrea Business Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- Business visa is issued for business activities.
- Mauritians can attend conferences with this visa.
- If you are self employed, you are to submit a copy of your business registration certificate and tax clearance
- Employed applicants are required to submit a letter from their employer stating that the employer is aware of their trip and that the applicant will return to home country at the end of the trip
- Holders of this visa are not allowed to take up any form of employment during their stay in Eritrea
- If you will be working with more than one company during the trip, an invitation letter from each company is required
- The business invitation letter typed on the company’s letterhead should explain the purpose of the trip, guarantee financial responsibility, transportation and contain a recent bank statement
- Proof of previous business deals closed is required if there is any
- A physical interview at the embassy or consulate is required
Eritrea Visa Fees
Tourist visa
28.00 (USD)
Business visa
44.00 (USD)