Eritrea
Eritrea is a northeast African country on the Red Sea coast. It shares borders with Ethiopia, Sudan and Djibouti. The capital city, Asmara, is known for its Italian colonial buildings, like St. Joseph’s Cathedral, as well as art deco structures. Italian, Egyptian and Turkish architecture in Massawa reflect the port city’s colorful history. Notable buildings here include St. Mariam Cathedral and the Imperial Palace.
Important Information
Visas
Required by ALL passport holders.
For more information regarding food restrictions, passports/visa and pet travel enquiries, please contact the consulate/embassy.
Currency: Nakfa (ERN)
Compulsory Vaccinations
- Yellow Fever ( depends on country of origin )
Recommended Vaccinations
- Typhoid
- Hepatitis A & B
- Tetanus
- Meningitis
Precautions
- Malaria risk
- Rabies
- Polio
consulate/embassy Contact Details
- Dailing Code (00291)
- Eritrea Embassy
- +27 (012) 333-1302
- SA Representative
- +291 15 25 21
- saemb.consul@yahoo.com
Documents Required
- Valid passport of the driver
- Valid Certified copy of vehicle registration papers in the name of the driver passport of the driver
- Letter of authority from the registered owner if the vehicle is not owned by the driver
- If vehicle is still being financed, carry a letter of authority from the bank (must include dates of travel) together with the vehicle license papers.
- Third-Party Insurance: Compulsory – obtained at the border post
- International Driving Permit: Recommended
Please carry an affidavit from the police giving you authorisation from the owner / financial institution to take the vehicle abroad
Available at any AA Accredited Sales Agent store