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Passport valid for a minimum of three months beyond intended departure date required by all.

Required by all except the following:
(a) nationals of Kenya and Uganda;
(b) transit passengers continuing their journey to a third country within six hours, provided holding valid onward or return documentation and not leaving the airport transit lounge.

Note: Since 1 June 2006, all foreign nationals (including resident diplomats) are required to have a travel permit to visit other areas outside Asmara. Visitors intending to travel outside Asmara should be aware that the new restrictions might severely hamper their plans.

Tourist: £25 (single-entry only). Business: £40 (single-entry); £55 (multiple-entry for up to three months); £80 (multiple-entry for up to six months). Transit: £10. An additional fee of £5 is payable for Express Service visas.

Single-entry business visas: up to one month. Extensions are possible. Apply to the Foreign Ministry in Asmara. Apply on arrival in Eritrea. Transit visas: 24 hours.

Consulate (or Consular section at Embassy); see Passport/Visa Information.

(a) Application form. (b) Valid passport. (c) One passport-size photo. (d) Fee. (e) Yellow fever certificate, if arriving within six days of visiting an infected area (except for passengers in transit and not leaving the airport). (f) Stamped, self-addressed registered envelope for postal applications. Tourist: (a)-(f) and, (g) A valid onward ticket and travel documents. (h) Proof of traveller's cheques of minimum US$40 per day, or bank statement. Business: (a)-(f) and, (g) Company letter stating the purpose of the visit.

One. Five hours for Express Service.

Embassy of the State of Eritrea in the UK
96 White Lion Street, London N1 9PF, UK
Tel: (020) 7713 0096.
Email: eriemba@freeuk.com
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 0930-1300 (visa application); 1400-1600 (visa collection).
The Eritrean Consulate is based at the Embassy.

Embassy of the State of Eritrea in the USA
1708 New Hampshire Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20009, USA
Tel: (202) 319 1991.

PO Box 1010, Asmara, Eritrea
Tel: (1) 126 997.
Website: www.shaebia.org/mot.html

Street address: 61 Hartnet Avenue, Asmara, Eritrea
Postal address: PO Box 889, Asmara, Eritrea
Tel: (1) 124 999.

96 White Lion Street, London N1 9PF, UK
Tel: (020) 7713 0096.
Email: eriemba@freeuk.com
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 0930-1300 (visa application); 1400-1600 (visa collection).
The Eritrean Consulate is based at the Embassy.

1708 New Hampshire Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20009, USA
Tel: (202) 319 1991.

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A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required from travellers arriving within six days from infected areas. Travellers arriving from non-endemic zones should note that vaccination is strongly recommended for travel outside the urban areas, even if an outbreak of the disease has not been reported and they would normally not require a vaccination certificate to enter the country.

Following WHO guidelines issued in 1973, a cholera vaccination certificate is no longer a condition of entry to Eritrea. However, cholera is a serious risk in this country and precautions are essential. Up-to-date advice should be sought before deciding whether these precautions should include vaccination, as medical opinion is divided over its effectiveness; see the Health appendix for further information.

Typhoid is widespread, especially in rural areas and poliomyelitis is endemic. Vaccination against both is advised.

Malaria risk, predominantly in the malignant falciparum form, exists throughout the year in all areas below 2000m (682ft). Highly chloroquine-resistant falciparum has been reported. There is no malaria risk in Asmara.

All water should be regarded as being potentially contaminated. Water used for drinking, brushing teeth or making ice should have first been boiled or otherwise sterilised. Milk is unpasteurised and should be boiled. Powdered or tinned milk is available and is advised, but make sure that it is reconstituted with pure water. Avoid dairy products which are likely to have been made from unboiled milk. Only eat well-cooked meat and fish, preferably served hot. Pork, salad and mayonnaise may carry increased risk. Vegetables should be cooked and fruit peeled. Avoid buying food from street vendors.

Bilharzia (schistosomiasis) is present. Avoid swimming and paddling in fresh water; swimming pools which are well-chlorinated and maintained are safe. Dengue, filariasis, leishmaniasis, Rift Valley fever and African trypanosomiasis (sleeping sickness) are present. Hepatitis A and E are widespread and hepatitis B is hyperendemic. Vaccinations against hepatitis B, measles and tetanus are recommended. Meningococcal meningitis is a risk, particularly in savannah areas and during the dry season. Endemic foci of onchocerciasis (river blindness) exist.
Rabies is present. For those at high risk, vaccination before arrival should be considered. If you are bitten, seek medical advice without delay. For more information, consult the Health appendix.

Time is needed to acclimatise to the high altitude and low oxygen level. Those who suffer from heart ailments or high blood pressure should consult a doctor before travelling. Medical services are limited throughout the country: modern facilities are not always available and supplies can be irregular. Visitors should bring a supply of any necessary drugs and prescriptions. Chemists can be found in larger towns. The country has an extensive network of health workers. Regional and district clinics and the central hospital in Asmara deal with emergencies. Comprehensive health insurance is strongly advised.

Below are listed Public Holidays for the January 2006-June 2007 period.

Jan 1 2006 New Year’s Day. Jan 6 Orthodox Ephiphany. Jan 10 Eid-Ul-Adha. Mar 8 Women’s Day. Apr 10 Prophet's Anniversary. Apr 17 Easter Monday. May 24 Independence Day. Jun 20 Martyrs’ Day. Sep 1 Anniversary of the Start of the Armed Struggles. Oct 22-24 End of Ramadan. Dec 25 Christmas Day. Dec 31 Eid-Ul-Adha.
Jan 1 2007 New Year’s Day. Jan 6 Orthodox Ephiphany. Mar 8 Women’s Day. Mar 31 Prophet's Anniversary. Apr 9 Easter Monday. May 24 Independence Day. Jun 20 Martyrs’ Day.