The Embassy of Eritrea in Paris is Eritrea’s diplomatic mission to France. Eritrean nationals in France turn to it for passports and official documents.
Contact Details
| Address | 1, rue de Staël, 75015 Paris, France |
| Telephone | +33 1 43 06 15 56 |
| Head of Mission | Hanna Simon, Ambassador (according to the embassy) |
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | By appointment |
| Tuesday | By appointment |
| Wednesday | By appointment |
| Thursday | By appointment |
| Friday | By appointment |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Opening hours according to the embassy’s own information – please confirm before your visit, especially on French and Eritrean public holidays.
Location of the Embassy
Before your visit
Visitors go to 1, rue de Staël, 75015 Paris.
- Documents: take originals and photocopies, and a valid passport or identity card.
Who runs the Eritrean Embassy?
The embassy names Hanna Simon, Ambassador as head of mission.
Consular services
The consular section typically handles:
- Eritrean passports and emergency travel documents
- Registration of births, marriages and deaths
- Certification and legalisation of documents
- Powers of attorney and notarial acts
- Citizenship and civil register matters
Do I need an appointment?
Ask in advance whether your service needs a booked slot.
Travelling from France to Eritrea
French citizens need a visa for Eritrea, to be obtained before travelling. Some regions of Eritrea are on the French Foreign Ministry’s list of areas to avoid. Details: French travel advice (Conseils aux voyageurs).
Closing days
Besides French public holidays, the embassy closes on the Eritrean national holiday (24 May). Call ahead around Christmas and Easter.
Emergency assistance
Eritrean nationals in urgent need of help can reach the embassy on +33 1 43 06 15 56. The embassy can help with lost passports, arrests and serious accidents, but it cannot cover costs or interfere with French authorities.
Diplomatic missions of Eritrea in France
Eritrea in France
- Paris – Embassy of Eritrea (this page)
Frequently asked questions about the Embassy of Eritrea in Paris
What is the address of the Eritrean Embassy in France?
At 1, rue de Staël, 75015 Paris.
Can French nationals travel to Eritrea without a visa?
Yes, a visa must be obtained before travelling.
Details checked on 8 October 2026. Sources: French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs – directory of foreign representations in France, French travel advice for Eritrea. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the embassy before your visit.
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