South Africa 
Eritrea South African passport holders require a visa to enter Eritrea and must obtain it in advance through official Eritrean consular channels.
Last verified: 2026-02-05
At a glance
Max stay 30 days
Passport validity Valid passport required.
Entry type Visa required
Onward ticket Recommended
Entry requirements
- The Eritrean Embassy states that a visa is required for non‑Eritreans and provides application instructions via its consular processing system.
Stay
Standard visa validity period for tourism.
Passport
Valid passport required.
Requirements and processing timelines vary; confirm the mission responsible for your residence and do not rely on third‑party sites.
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