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Brazil to Eritrea visa requirements

Brazilian ordinary passport holders need a visa to enter Eritrea. There is no eVisa, ETA, or visa-on-arrival for Brazilian tourists. You must apply in advance and obtain a sticker visa from an Eritrean embassy or consulate before you travel. Eritrea maintains a restrictive visa policy. As of 2026-05-30, a Brazilian (BR) ordinary passport holder traveling for tourism must obtain a tourist visa in advance from an Eritrean diplomatic mission. Eritrea grants visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to only a handful of neighbors (e.g., Kenya, Uganda, Ethiopia, Sudan) and has no public eVisa portal for tourists, so Brazil is firmly in the visa-required category. The tourist visa is a passport sticker, typically valid for three months from issue with a one-month maximum stay on arrival (extendable through Immigration in Asmara). Applications are filed via the embassy (in the US the Consular Affairs Processing System / CAPS, with the original passport mailed in), require a completed B62 application form, a passport photo (35x45mm), a passport valid at least six months, proof of funds, and proof of residency for non-citizens. The base visa fee is around USD 50 (the Washington DC mission charges roughly USD 73 with photo and service fees), and processing takes a minimum of 15 business days. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required if arriving from an infected area. Travel beyond Asmara additionally requires a separate Travel Permit for Foreigners obtained inside Eritrea. Brazilians should apply through the Eritrean mission accredited to Brazil or the nearest competent Eritrean embassy. Eritrea is not in the Schengen area, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMSINGLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30
For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30
Visa type
Tourist visa (embassy-issued passport sticker)
Maximum stay
Up to 1 month per entry (extendable in Asmara)
per entry
Entries
Single entry (typical for tourist visa)
from issue date
Visa fee
USD 50 base (approx. USD 73 total with photo and service fees at some missions)
consular fee only
Processing time
Minimum 15 business days
standard track
Validity
3 months from date of issue (must enter within this window)
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm you need a visa
As a Brazilian ordinary passport holder you require a visa obtained in advance. Eritrea offers no eVisa or visa-on-arrival to Brazilians, so plan to apply at an Eritrean diplomatic mission.
· Visa required· No VOA / no eVisa
/02
Locate the competent Eritrean mission
Apply at the Eritrean embassy/consulate accredited to Brazil or the nearest competent mission. Confirm jurisdiction and current procedures by contacting the mission directly before submitting.
· Embassy application· Confirm jurisdiction
/03
Gather your documents
Prepare a passport valid at least six months with two blank pages, a completed and signed B62 visa application form, a 35x45mm passport photo, proof of sufficient funds, round-trip flight reservation, and accommodation details.
· B62 form· Photo 35x45mm
/04
Submit the application and fee
Lodge the application per the mission's instructions (some missions use an online portal such as CAPS and require mailing the original passport). Pay the non-refundable visa fee.
· Non-refundable fee· Submit original passport
/05
Wait for processing
Allow a minimum of 15 business days for processing. Apply well ahead of your intended departure as timelines can extend.
· 15+ business days· Apply early
/06
Collect the visa and prepare for entry
Receive your passport with the sticker visa (valid 3 months from issue, 1-month stay). Carry a yellow fever certificate if arriving from an infected area, and arrange a Travel Permit for Foreigners in Asmara for travel outside the capital.
· 3-month validity· Travel permit for regions
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

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Brazil -> Eritrea · Tourist visa (embassy-issued passport sticker)
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RequiredPassport valid at least 6 months beyond travel dates
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredAt least 2 blank visa pages in passport
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredCompleted and signed B62 visa application form
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
required
RequiredOne passport photo (35x45mm)
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
required
RequiredProof of sufficient funds for the trip
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
required
RequiredRound-trip flight reservation
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredAccommodation/hotel reservation in Eritrea
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RequiredNon-refundable visa fee payment
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
required
ConditionalYellow fever vaccination certificate (if arriving from an infected area)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
conditional
RequiredTravel Permit for Foreigners for travel outside Asmara (obtained in-country)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
conditional
RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary
Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it
Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.
RecommendedTravel medical insurance
Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates
Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.
Application link included: Eritrean Embassy (Washington DC) - Visa
Open link
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Tourist visa fee (base)USD 50Non-refundable; charged by the Eritrean mission
Photo printing feeUSD 13Applied at some missions (e.g., Washington DC)
Service / processing feeUSD 10Applied at some missions; varies by location
Travel Permit for ForeignersERN 20Paid in Eritrea to travel outside Asmara
Total estimateUSD 50USD 73incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
No visa-free or visa-on-arrival access for Brazil
Eritrea grants visa-free or VOA entry only to a few neighbors (Kenya, Uganda, Ethiopia, Sudan). Brazil is not on any exemption list, so a visa is mandatory.
High
/02
No public eVisa for tourists
Eritrea does not operate a general eVisa portal for tourist visitors; applications must go through a diplomatic mission.
High
/03
Advance embassy application required
The tourist visa is a sticker placed in the passport, requiring document submission and (at some missions) mailing the original passport.
High
/04
Internal travel restrictions
A separate Travel Permit for Foreigners is needed to travel outside Asmara, adding an in-country step.
Medium
/05
Health entry condition
A yellow fever certificate is required if arriving from a yellow fever-infected area.
Low
/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01
Immigration
Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.
/02
Customs
Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.
/03
Connectivity
Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.
/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024
2026-05-30 · major
Brazil to Eritrea route verified
Confirmed via the Eritrean Embassy visa page, Wikipedia visa policy of Eritrea, and Wikipedia visa requirements for Brazilian citizens that Brazilian ordinary passport holders require an advance embassy-issued tourist visa; no eVisa or visa-on-arrival is available.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can a Brazilian get an Eritrean visa on arrival?
No. Eritrea does not offer visa-on-arrival to Brazilian tourists. You must obtain the visa in advance from an Eritrean embassy or consulate.
Is there an Eritrea eVisa for Brazilians?+
How long can I stay in Eritrea on a tourist visa?+
How long does processing take and what does it cost?+
Do I need a yellow fever vaccination?+
Can I travel anywhere in Eritrea on my tourist visa?+
/11 — Passport tools

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