Can you use the internet and make phone calls in Eritrea?

Posted on Sep 08, 2025 / Travel

Can you use the internet and make phone calls in Eritrea?

Yes—but don’t expect blazing Wi-Fi like back home. Internet cafes pop up in Asmara, and some hotels offer slow, paid access. A lot of major sites like Gmail or Facebook might be blocked or load super slowly. Buying a local SIM card isn’t really a thing—you might need to rely on landlines or hotel networks. For posting info back home or checking in, plan ahead and don’t be surprised if it’s patchy.



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