You need a visa for Eritrea if you have a French Polynesian passport

These visas exist for Eritrea, but they cannot be applied for online with French Polynesian nationality. Tell us about your trip and we will come back with the options and a price.

Visa required

Frequently asked questions

Do French Polynesian citizens need a visa for Eritrea?

Yes. French Polynesian citizens need a visa for Eritrea. It is not available online — the application goes through an embassy or consulate.

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What Eritrea may ask for

Not every traveller is asked for all of these. A valid passport is checked every time; the rest is a spot check at the border, and some items belong to a visa application rather than the crossing itself.

Passport valid 6+ months with 2 blank pages
Invitation letter or tour booking required
Passport photo 35x45mm, white background
Hotel booking or host accommodation details
Return flight or onward travel itinerary
Proof of sufficient funds for your stay

Entry requirements for French Polynesian travellers

These rules apply specifically to French Polynesian passport holders entering Eritrea as tourists. Each one links to the official source where available.

Recommended
Recommended vaccinations for Eritrea
Travelers should consider: -Hepatitis A and Hepatitis B vaccines; -Typhoid vaccine for visits to smaller cities or rural areas; -Meningococcal vaccine for areas that are part of the meningitis belt during the dry season; -Routine vaccines including Measles. Additional vaccine recommendations may apply. Consult your healthcare provider and check the source for details.
CDC - Eritrea Last checked 2026-07-31
Not required
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is not required for Eritrea
Travelers don’t need proof of COVID-19 vaccination before traveling to Eritrea.
Last checked 2026-07-31
Not required
Proof of pre-departure COVID-19 test is not required
Travelers don’t need a COVID-19 test before traveling to Eritrea.
Last checked 2026-07-31

A look at Eritrea

Fiat Tagliero Building — Asmara's architectural masterpiece and symbol of Italian futurism
Massawa Old Town — Historic Red Sea port with Ottoman and Italian architecture
Dahlak Archipelago — Pristine Red Sea islands with world-class diving
Eritrean Railway — Historic mountain railway featuring vintage Italian steam locomotives