Free import
• Eritrea does not publish official duty-free allowances for travellers. Declare to customs on arrival anything that may be prohibited or subject to duty or tax.
Currency
• Foreign cash and travellers cheques worth USD 10,000 or more (or the equivalent in other currencies) must be declared to customs on arrival. Keep the declaration: you may be asked to show it when you leave.
• Foreign currency may be exchanged only at official Himbol exchange offices. Using foreign currency to pay for goods and services is illegal, except at official hotels. Keep all exchange receipts.
Prohibited
• Illegal drugs (penalties are severe, including prison)
Restricted
• All laptops, mobile phones, cameras and other electronic items must be declared on arrival. Undeclared items may be confiscated when you leave.
• Not declaring goods or currency can lead to confiscation, fines or prosecution.