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Asmara

Quick Facts

Capital
Asmara
Currency
Eritrean Nakfa (ERN)
Languages
Tigrinya, Arabic, English
Best Time to Visit
October to March

Visa Information

General

Visa required. Must be obtained in advance. Invitation letter often needed.

For SE Asian Passport Holders

Visa required. Complex process - plan well ahead.

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Highlights

  • ●Asmara Art Deco architecture
  • ●Dahlak Archipelago
  • ●Red Sea coast

Safety Tips

  • ●Avoid border areas with Ethiopia
  • ●Limited internet access
  • ●Photography restrictions near military sites

Did You Know?

Asmara is a UNESCO World Heritage site for its well-preserved Italian Art Deco architecture.