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Asmara: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

Asmara, or Asmera, is the capital and most populous city of Eritrea, in the country's Central Region.

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Exchange rateERN 15.00per 1 $ERN — the local currencyas of Nov 2, 2026
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Places on the map14

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Safety and health

Safety · official adviceour data as of Nov 3, 2026
UK Foreign Office (FCDO)Avoid parts of the countryPart of the country is off limits entirely.
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Addition of information about the temporary withdrawal of dependants of British Embassy staff from Eritrea (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

US State DepartmentLevel 2Watch your surroundings and belongings more closely than usual.
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Exercise increased caution in Eritrea due to travel restrictions , limited consular assistance , landmines , and wrongful detentions. The U.S. government has limited ability to provide emergency services to U.S. citizens in Eritrea, as U.S. government employees must obtain special authorization to travel outside of Asmara. U.S.

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice · US Department of State Travel Advisory

Getting here

Getting hereOurAirports (public domain)
Asmara International Airport ASM5.6 km from the centre
Axum Airport AXU133 km from the centre
Mekele Alula Aba Nega Airport MQX217 km from the centre

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