Jamaican visa for Eritrean citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Eritrean passport holders visiting Jamaica 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 Jamaica for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Jamaica e-visa for Eritrean citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Jamaica visa on arrival for Eritrean citizens | Not Available | |
Jamaica tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Eritrean passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Jamaica.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Jamaica.
If you are looking for Jamaica 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 Jamaica nearest your place of residence.
- Addis Ababa: The Consulate of in Addis Ababa, ~ 721.54 kilometers (448.35 mi) away from Asmara, Eritrea. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 7 hours 3 minutes).
- Kuwait City: The Embassy of in Kuwait City, ~ 1779.42 kilometers (1105.68 mi) away from Asmara, Eritrea. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 6 hours 33 minutes).
Jamaica visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Jamaica diplomatic mission offices to Eritrea for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Eritrea traveling to Jamaica from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Eritrea) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 177 | N/A |
| 2009 | 183 | 3.39% |
| 2010 | 192 | 4.92% |
| 2011 | 195 | 1.56% |
| 2012 | 199 | 2.05% |
| 2013 | 201 | 1.01% |
| 2014 | 208 | 3.48% |
| 2015 | 212 | 1.92% |
| 2016 | 218 | 2.83% |
| 2017 | 235 | 7.80% |
| 2018 | 247 | 5.11% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Jamaica & Eritrea comparison
Jamaica's area is approximately 10,830 km2 (4,181 sq mi), while the area of Eritrea is approximately 101,000 km2 (38,996 sq mi). This means Eritrea is 9.33 times bigger than Jamaica.
As of November 2025, Jamaica's population is ~3.0 million people - 770,131 fewer people than the population of Eritrea.
We have highlighted Jamaica & Eritrea’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Jamaica | Eritrea | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 3,026,312 | 3,796,443 | 770131 fewer people live in Jamaica than Eritrea |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 85 | 30 | Jamaica has 55 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Eritrea. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 58 | 10 | Jamaica passport holders can visit 48 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 59 | 14 | Jamaican hosts 45 more foreign missions than Eritrea. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Eritrea travel to Jamaica in one year?
The number of visitors from Eritrea visiting Jamaica in 2018 was approximately 247.
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- Kingston to Asmara: 11711.65 km (7277.28 mi)
- Travel time: 24 hours 23 minutes
This page was last updated on: November 2025