Eritrea Aviation Permits
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Civil Aviation Authority
- Name: Eritrea Civil Aviation Authority (ECAA)
- Website: None
- Contact: Ministry of Transport and Communications, P.O. Box 252, Asmara, Eritrea
Estimated Processing Time
Requirements by Operation Type
Private flights require overflight and landing permits. Enhanced scrutiny may apply.
All non-scheduled flights require prior authorization. Restricted airspace considerations.
Very limited scheduled international services. Governed by bilateral agreements where they exist.
Overflight Permit
- Required: Yes
- Authority: Eritrea Civil Aviation Authority
- Lead Time: 48 working hours before departure
- Validity: 72 hours from initial requested schedule
- Fees: Approximately USD 40 processing fee reported; navigation charges apply
Eritrea has restricted airspace. Flights to/from Ethiopia via Eritrea may be problematic. FIR ICAO code: HHAA.
Submit application to Eritrea CAA Air Transport Department at least 48 working hours prior with full flight details.
Landing Permit
- Required: Yes
- Authority: Eritrea Civil Aviation Authority
- Lead Time: 48 working hours before departure
- Validity: 72 hours from initial requested schedule
- Fees: Landing and parking fees apply; processing fee may apply
Very limited international airport infrastructure. Asmara International Airport is primary entry point.
Submit application to Eritrea CAA with full flight and aircraft documentation.
Cabotage
Prohibited for foreign operators
General Remarks
CAA operates 0400Z to 1500Z Mon-Fri. Eritrea has limited aviation infrastructure and restricted airspace. Allow extra processing time due to diplomatic considerations.