Eritrean visa for Canadian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Canadian passport holders visiting Eritrea for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Canadian citizens to enter Eritrea for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Eritrea e-visa for Canadian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Eritrea visa on arrival for Canadian citizens | Not Available | |
Eritrea tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Canadian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Eritrea.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Eritrea.
If you are looking for Eritrea visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Canada, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Eritrea nearest your place of residence.
- Ottawa: The Embassy of Eritrea in Ottawa, Canada (Working hours: Close now)
- Toronto: The Consulate General of Eritrea in Toronto, Canada (Working hours: Close now)
Eritrea visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Eritrea diplomatic mission offices to Canada for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Canada traveling to Eritrea from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Canada) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 679 | N/A |
| 2009 | 766 | 12.81% |
| 2010 | 815 | 6.40% |
| 2011 | 1,038 | 27.36% |
| 2012 | 1,251 | 20.52% |
| 2013 | 1,368 | 9.35% |
| 2014 | 1,154 | -15.64% |
| 2015 | 1,106 | -4.16% |
| 2016 | 1,377 | 24.50% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Eritrea & Canada comparison
Eritrea's area is approximately 101,000 km2 (38,996 sq mi), while the area of Canada is approximately 9,093,510 km2 (3,511,022 sq mi). This means Canada is 90.03 times bigger than Eritrea.
As of November 2025, Eritrea's population is ~3.8 million people - 35,625,236 fewer people than the population of Canada.
We have highlighted Eritrea & Canada’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Eritrea | Canada | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 3,796,443 | 39,421,679 | 35.6 million fewer people live in Eritrea than Canada |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 30 | 144 | Eritrea has 114 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Canada. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 10 | 129 | Eritrea passport holders visit 119 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 14 | 469 | Eritrean hosts 455 fewer foreign missions than Canada. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Canada travel to Eritrea in one year?
The number of visitors from Canada visiting Eritrea in 2016 was approximately 1,377.
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