Ukraine→Eritrea
Ukraine to Eritrea
Can children travel on this route?
Travellers under 18 must carry a letter of parental consent for travel to Eritrea.
What should I do before I travel?
Obtain a physical Eritrean visa in advance. The visa must be applied for at an Eritrean embassy or consulate or at an immigration office. Eritrea does not maintain an embassy in Ukraine; the nearest Eritrean embassy is in Egypt.
Ensure your passport is valid for at least six months beyond your intended date of entry. A passport is the accepted travel document for Eritrea.
Arrange travel insurance before departure, because travel insurance is a condition of entry to Eritrea.
What happens at the border?
At the border you can be asked to show proof that you have sufficient funds for your stay, proof of a return flight, and proof of a hotel booking. Carry those documents and your physical visa and passport when you arrive.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a visa to visit Eritrea?
Yes. A visa is required for Ukrainian ordinary passport holders traveling to Eritrea. You must obtain a physical visa before travel.
How do I get that visa?
You must apply for a physical visa in advance. The Eritrean visa is obtained at an embassy or consulate and at an immigration office.
How long must my passport be valid?
Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your date of entry into Eritrea. Eritrea accepts a passport as the travel document.
Do I need travel insurance for Eritrea?
Yes. Travel insurance is a condition of entry to Eritrea and must be arranged before travel.
What documents will border officers ask to see?
You may be asked at the border to show sufficient funds for your stay, proof of a return flight, and proof of a hotel booking.
What do minors need to travel to Eritrea?
If you are under 18, you need a letter of parental consent to travel to Eritrea.
Where can I check the official rules?
When was this last checked?
Our checker last confirmed these requirements on August 6, 2026. Entry rules can change without notice, so confirm against the official source below before you travel.
Before you travel
- 1Apply before you travel
Apply before you book. Processing times vary, and a refusal cannot be appealed at the border.
- 2Check your passport
Your passport must stay valid for 6 months beyond your trip.
- 3Carry proof of funds for your stay
Money for the Stay and Proof of Return Flight and Proof of Hotel Booking and Flight Back
- 4Travelling with a child
Letter of Parental Consent
- Save your embassy’s contact
Your nearest mission: Egypt — worth having if your documents are lost.
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