Lesotho visa for Eritrean citizens

Eritrean citizens planning a trip to Lesotho can conveniently apply for an e-visa online, with tourist and business visas being among the three available options, generally permitting a stay of up to 30 days. This essential electronic permit typically costs around $70 USD. Unlike Eritrea's coastal plains and desert landscapes, visitors to the 'Kingdom in the Sky' will discover Lesotho as the only independent state entirely above 1,000 meters in elevation, offering a dramatic mountainous terrain. Flights from Asmara to Maseru will invariably involve multiple connections, usually through regional hubs like Addis Ababa or Johannesburg, a journey spanning thousands of kilometers across the continent. Upon arrival, travelers will find the local Lesotho Loti readily interchangeable with the South African Rand, widely accepted throughout the country.

eVisa· verified 2026-05-27

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OtherSingle Entry Visa
44dvalid 3mo
OtherMultiple Entry Visa
180dmultiple-entryvalid 6mo
TouristTourist Visa
44dvalid 3mo
BusinessBusiness Visa
44dvalid 3mo
StudentStudent Visa
WorkTemporary Residence Permit (90 days)
90dvalid 3mo
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WorkTwo Years Residence Permit
730dvalid 2y
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StudentStudy Residence Permit (4 years)
1460dvalid 4y
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OtherIndefinite Residence Permit
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WorkMissionaries Residence Permit
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BusinessBusiness Residence Permit
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FamilyJoining Relative Residence Permit
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FamilySpouse Joining Spouse Residence Permit
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OtherReturning Former Citizens Residence Permit
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WorkDoctors and Nurses Residence Permit
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WorkTeachers Residence Permit
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WorkWork and Residence Permit (General)
730dvalid 2y
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