United Arab EmiratesEritrea: Visa required

United Arab EmiratesEritrea

Do United Arab Emirates passport holders need a visa for Eritrea?

Visa required

Yes. United Arab Emirates passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Eritrea.

A visa must be obtained in advance, typically from an embassy or consulate, before travel.

Source: us.embassyeritrea.org (checked July 18, 2026).

RequirementVisa required

Maximum stayLength of stay varies

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelYes, arrange in advance

Data as of2026-10-14

Distance1,906 km, straight line (~2h 45m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Eritrea1 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Eritrea passport holders visiting United Arab Emirates: Visa required.

Visa-free alternatives near Eritrea

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Frequently asked questions

Do United Arab Emirates passport holders need a visa for Eritrea?

Yes. United Arab Emirates passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Eritrea.

How far is Eritrea from United Arab Emirates?

About 1,906 km in a straight line, roughly ~2h 45m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Eritrea?

Eritrean nakfa (ERN).

What is the emergency number in Eritrea?

113 / 114 / 116.

What time zone is Eritrea in?

Asmara (UTC+3).

What is the nearest airport to Asmara?

Asmara International Airport (ASM), about 4 km away.

How many countries can enter Eritrea without a visa?

1 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Eritrea visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

What nearby countries can United Arab Emirates passport holders visit without a visa instead of Eritrea?

Yemen, Sudan, Ethiopia, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Qatar.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.

About United Arab Emirates

The United Arab Emirates (UAE), also known simply as the Emirates, is a country in West Asia, situated at the eastern end of the Arabian Peninsula. It is a federal semi-constitutional monarchy made up of seven emirates, with Abu Dhabi serving as its national capital. The UAE borders Oman to the east and northeast, and Saudi Arabia to the south and southwest. It shares maritime borders with Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Iran in the Persian Gulf, and with Oman in the Gulf of Oman. In 2024, the UAE had an estimated population of over 11 million. Dubai is the country's largest city. Islam is the state religion. Arabic is the official language while English remains the most spoken language and the language of business.

CapitalAbu Dhabi

RegionWestern Asia

Population11.5M

Area83,600 km²

CurrencyUnited Arab Emirates dirham (1 USD ≈ 3.67 AED)

LanguagesArabic

Calling code+971

Drives on theright

TimezoneDubai (UTC+4)

Nearest airportZayed International Airport (AUH), 28 km

Emergency number112 / 997 / 998 / 999

UNESCO sites3

Income levelHigh income

GDP per capita$50,274 (2024)

Tourist arrivals8.1M (2020)

Climate in Abu Dhabi

Warmest July, coolest January, driest May, sunniest May. Best time to visit: November, December.

Monthly climate normals for Abu Dhabi, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	22.8°C	16.9°C	69mm	297h
February	24.2°C	17.6°C	3mm	298h
March	27.7°C	19.9°C	7mm	317h
April	34°C	24.6°C	3mm	303h
May	36.6°C	27.6°C	0mm	374h
June	37.8°C	30.4°C	0mm	370h
July	40.8°C	32.3°C	0mm	351h
August	38.9°C	32.6°C	0mm	336h
September	39.2°C	28.9°C	0mm	337h
October	34.1°C	26.5°C	0mm	337h
November	30°C	23.2°C	0mm	300h
December	25.4°C	19.8°C	0mm	308h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

The United Arab Emirates or simply the Emirates is a country rich in history and culture at the entrance to the Persian Gulf. Boasting attractions ranging from the glittering and cosmopolitan cities of Dubai and Abu Dhabi, to the vast and unforgiving desert landscapes of the Empty Quarter, it makes an easy starting point for travels in the Middle East.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Cultural Sites of Al Ain (Hafit, Hili, Bidaa Bint Saud and Oases Areas)
Jabal Al Fayah
Wadi Wurayah

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About Eritrea

Eritrea, officially the State of Eritrea, is a country in the Horn of Africa region of East Africa. Its capital and largest city is Asmara. The country is bordered by Ethiopia to the south, Sudan to the west, and Djibouti to the southeast. The northeastern and eastern parts of Eritrea have an extensive coastline along the Red Sea. The country has a total area of approximately 117,600 km2 (45,406 sq mi), and includes the Dahlak Archipelago and several of the Hanish Islands.

CapitalAsmara

RegionEastern Africa

Population3.6M

Area117,600 km²

CurrencyEritrean nakfa (1 USD ≈ 15.00 ERN)

LanguagesArabic, English, Tigrinya

Calling code+291

Drives on theright

TimezoneAsmara (UTC+3)

Nearest airportAsmara International Airport (ASM), 4 km

Emergency number113 / 114 / 116

UNESCO sites1

Income levelLow income

GDP per capita$689 (2011)

Tourist arrivals142K (2016)

Climate in Asmara

Warmest June, coolest January, driest March, sunniest June. Best time to visit: March, June.

Monthly climate normals for Asmara, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	19.9°C	8.4°C	14mm	339h
February	22°C	10.8°C	15mm	313h
March	24.4°C	12.8°C	1mm	357h
April	24.7°C	13.9°C	32mm	352h
May	23.7°C	14.2°C	44mm	366h
June	24.8°C	14.8°C	19mm	368h
July	21.4°C	14.1°C	141mm	287h
August	20.7°C	13.6°C	161mm	299h
September	23.4°C	12.7°C	5mm	345h
October	21.5°C	10.9°C	8mm	360h
November	19.8°C	10.2°C	50mm	334h
December	19.1°C	9.4°C	21mm	336h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Eritrea is a country in East Africa. Formerly an Italian colony, the country shares a common language and culture with its large neighbour, Ethiopia, which it was once a part of until Eritrea gained its independence in 1993. It used to be Africa's youngest country until 2011, which was when South Sudan gained its independence.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Asmara: A Modernist African City

Upcoming public holidays

January 1, 2027Amet ሓዲሽ ዓመት

January 7, 2027Lidet ልደት

January 19, 2027Timket ጥምቀት

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