ER
East Africa · 0.1M visitors/year
Eritrea
🏛️ Asmara
💰 ERN · Nakfa🗣 Tigrinya🕐 UTC+3✈️ Visa required
Tourism at a Glance
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Annual Visitors
0.1M
💰
Tourism Revenue
$0.05B
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UNESCO Sites
1
🌿
National Parks
5
📅 Best Season to Visit
October – March
⭐ Visitor Rating
★★★☆☆
2.5 out of 5.0
🌍 Top Source Markets
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Country Information
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Capital

Asmara

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Currency

ERN · Nakfa

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Languages

Tigrinya, Arabic

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Time Zone

UTC+3

✈️

Visa

Visa required

Explore Nearby CountriesFrequently Asked Questions
Is Eritrea safe to visit?
Eritrea welcomes 0.1M visitors annually. Always check your government travel advisory before booking.
Best time to visit Eritrea?
The best time to visit Eritrea is October – March.
Do I need a visa for Eritrea?
Visa required. Verify with the Eritrea embassy for your nationality.
What currency is used in Eritrea?
The currency is the ERN · Nakfa.
What language is spoken in Eritrea?
Official language(s): Tigrinya, Arabic.
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