Iranian visa for Eritrean citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Eritrean passport holders visiting Iran for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Eritrean citizens to enter Iran for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Iran e-visa for Eritrean citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Iran visa on arrival for Eritrean citizens | Eligible | |
Iran tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Eritrean passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Iran.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Iran.
If you are looking for Iran visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Eritrea, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Iran nearest your place of residence.
- Addis Ababa: The Embassy of in Addis Ababa, ~ 698.27 kilometers (433.88 mi) away from Asmara, Eritrea. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 6 hours 50 minutes).
- Doha: The Embassy of in Doha, ~ 1663.86 kilometers (1033.88 mi) away from Asmara, Eritrea. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 6 hours 50 minutes).
Iran visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Iran diplomatic mission offices to Eritrea for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Eritrea traveling to Iran from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Eritrea) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 203 | N/A |
| 2009 | 212 | 4.43% |
| 2010 | 294 | 38.68% |
| 2011 | 335 | 13.95% |
| 2012 | 383 | 14.33% |
| 2013 | 477 | 24.54% |
| 2014 | 497 | 4.19% |
| 2015 | 524 | 5.43% |
| 2016 | 494 | -5.73% |
| 2017 | 487 | -1.42% |
| 2018 | 730 | 49.90% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Iran & Eritrea comparison
Iran's area is approximately 1,628,550 km2 (628,786 sq mi), while the area of Eritrea is approximately 101,000 km2 (38,996 sq mi). This means Eritrea is 16.12 times smaller than Iran.
As of October 2025, Iran's population is ~89.5 million people - 85,656,047 more people than the population of Eritrea.
We have highlighted Iran & Eritrea’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Iran | Eritrea | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 89,452,490 | 3,796,443 | 85.7 million more people live in Iran than Eritrea |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 61 | 30 | Iran has 31 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Eritrea. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 12 | 10 | Iran passport holders can visit 2 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 83 | 14 | Iranian hosts 69 more foreign missions than Eritrea. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Eritrea travel to Iran in one year?
The number of visitors from Eritrea visiting Iran in 2018 was approximately 730.
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Useful Information
- Tehran to Asmara: 2215.58 km (1376.70 mi)
- Travel time: 4 hours 36 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025