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Eritrea

For information about our work in Eritrea:

Operational updates

For up-to-date information about our programmes and operations in Eritrea, including funding level and donor contributions, visit Global Focus, UNHCR's reporting portal.

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Legislation and guidance

For legislation, case law and UNHCR policy relating to claims for international protection, visit Refworld.

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Office contact details

The UNHCR Representative in Eritrea

Street Address:
Campo Polo Meteten St. 1A754, House no. 35, Asmara, Eritrea

Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 1995, Asmara, Eritrea

Phone:
+41 22 739 7294

Fax:
+41 22 739 7295

Email:
[email protected]

Time zone:
GMT +3

Working hours

  • Monday: 8:00 - 18:00
  • Tuesday: 8:00 - 18:00
  • Wednesday: 8:00 - 18:00
  • Thursday: 8:00 - 18:00
  • Friday: 8:00 - 13:30
  • Saturday: closed
  • Sunday: closed

Public holidays

  • 1 January 2023, New Year's Day
  • 7 January 2023, Eritrean Christmas
  • 14 April 2023, Good Friday (National)
  • 22 April 2023, Eid Alfetir
  • 24 May 2023, Independence day
  • 20 June 2023, Martyr's Day
  • 29 June 2023, Ed Aladha
  • 1 September 2023, Armed Struggle Day
  • 25 December 2023, Christmas (International)