El Salvador visa for Eritrean citizens

Planning a journey from Eritrea to the vibrant landscapes of El Salvador necessitates securing the appropriate visa in advance. Currently, Eritrean passport holders are required to obtain a visa, with two distinct tourist visa options available, typically allowing a stay of up to 30 days. These tourist visas often carry an application fee, which can be around $100, a key consideration for your budget. Due to the vast geographical distance spanning across continents, flights from Asmara to San Salvador are non-existent, often requiring multiple layovers through European or Middle Eastern hubs before connecting via major North or South American airports. Once in El Salvador, the US Dollar is the official currency, a practical detail to note when budgeting compared to Eritrea's Nakfa.

Visa required· verified 2026-05-27

Entry requirements

Passport validity
6+ months
Onward ticket
Required
Funds proof
Required
Health insurance
Not required
Yellow fever cert.
Required

Visa options

TouristTourist Card
90d$12valid 3mo
TouristConsular Visa (Tourism / Family Visit)
90dvalid 3mo
Apply
TouristConsulted Visa (Tourism / Family Visit)
90dvalid 3mo
Apply
BusinessBusiness Entry (Visa‑Exempt, Tourism or Business)
180d$0multiple-entryvalid 6mo
BusinessConsular Visa (Business)
90dvalid 3mo
Apply
BusinessConsulted Visa (Business)
90dvalid 3mo
Apply
BusinessSpecial Entry Permit (Business)
Apply
TransitTransit Without Visa (up to 48 hours)
2d$0valid 2d
OtherCategory A (Visa‑Exempt Entry)
90d$0multiple-entryvalid 3mo
Apply
OtherCategory B (Consular Visa or Without Consultation)
90dvalid 3mo
Apply
OtherCategory C (Consulted Visa)
90dvalid 3mo
Apply
WorkTemporary Residence with Work Authorization
730dmultiple-entryvalid 2y
OtherPermanent Residence (after Temporary Residence)
multiple-entry

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