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Eritrea travel guide - essential info
Below is a beginner's guide to Eritrea with essential travel facts such as dominant language spoken, typical flight time from the UK and the local currency. You can also check whether visas are required and what plug adapter you need to pack.
Eritrea - quick facts | |
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Time difference | UK +3 hours |
Language(s) | Tigrinya, Arabic, English |
Currency | Eritrean Nakfa |
Electricity | C + L plug (230V) |
Driving side | Right |
Visa✝ | Yes |
✝ = requirements for UK travellers.
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Eritrea weather
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The Eritrea weather guide shows long term monthly averages for Asmara.
Eritrea travel advice
Check the latest travel advice on visiting Eritrea from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.
- UK traveller advice for Eritrea - UK FCDO
- Irish traveller advice for Eritrea - Department of Foreign Affairs, Ireland
- Canadian travel advice for Eritrea - Government of Canada
- US travel advisories for Eritrea - US Department of State
- Safe travel advisories for Eritrea - Ministry of Foreign Affairs, New Zealand
- Smarter traveller advice for Eritrea - Department of Foreign Affairs, Australia
Learn more about the current safety and security risks from terrorism, natural disasters and more. Read about the local laws and customs to consider when travelling around Eritrea.
Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
FCDO travel advice
Eritrea travel health
Find out more about staying safe when travelling to Eritrea with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.
- Vaccines & medicines for Eritrea - CDC
- Health & vaccinations for Eritrea - TravelHealthPro, NaTHNac
- How to stay safe & healthy in Eritrea - Fit for Travel, Public Health Scotland
Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in Eritrea, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.
Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Eritrea covid live updates
Check the latest live updates on Covid-19 in Eritrea with the vaccination requirements, current available statistics and up-to-date travel advice from government agencies.
- Coronavirus timeline in Eritrea - Our World in Data
Eritrea travel features
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Eritrea FAQs
Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to Eritrea including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.
Are there entry restrictions to Eritrea due to Covid-19?
Eritrea is open for tourism from the UK. There are no special entry requirements for Eritrea.
Do I need to quarantine in the UK if I travel from Eritrea?
You do not need to quarantine on arrival in the UK from Eritrea. The UK no longer requires a passenger locator form, Covid-19 test or proof of vaccination.
What is the time difference between Eritrea and the UK?
The time difference between Eritrea and the UK is UK time+3 hours.
What is the main language spoken in Eritrea?
The main languages spoken in Eritrea are Tigrinya, Arabic and English.
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What is the currency in Eritrea?
The currency in Eritrea is the Eritrean Nakfa (ERN).
Which plugs are used in Eritrea?
Eritrea uses electrical plug type C + L (230 Volts).
Which side of the road do they drive on in Eritrea?
They drive on the right side of the road in Eritrea.
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Do you need a visa for Eritrea?
Yes, UK passport holders do need a visa to enter Eritrea.
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