Eritrea Trade Intelligence
Comprehensive economic data, market insights, and trade information to help you make informed business decisions.
Economic OverviewStable Outlook
GDP
$45.2B
GDP Growth
+3.2%
GDP/Capita
$2,450
Inflation Rate8.5%
Unemployment Rate12.4%
Debt to GDP45%
FDI Inflows (Annual)
$2.8B
Credit Rating
B+Trade Agreements & Market Access
View AllAfCFTA Member
African Continental Free Trade Area
54
Countries
90%
Tariff Elimination
$3.4T
Market Size
Ratified: 2019 • Trading Status: Active
Learn moreOther Trade Agreements
IGADbilateral
activePreferential access
Regional
Total Active Agreements2
Preferential Market Access0+ countries
Export Strengths & Competitive Advantages
Top Export Products
Gold
Zinc
Copper
Fish
Livestock
Textiles
Competitive Advantages
Indian Ocean trade corridorEAC common market accessRich mineral resourcesAfCFTA member stateCompetitive labor costs
Export Incentives & Benefits
✓
Mining sector incentives✓
Port access benefitsRegulatory & Compliance Requirements
Full GuideRequired Export Documents
Commercial Invoice
Packing List
Certificate of Origin
Mining License (if applicable)
Customs Declaration
Export Procedure Steps
1Register with trade ministry
2Obtain export/mining license
3Apply for Certificate of Origin
4Submit customs declaration
Logistics Performance IndexImproving
Overall LPI Score
2.70/ 5.00
Below Average
World Rank
#95
of 160
Score Breakdown
Customs Efficiency2.50
Infrastructure Quality2.40
Int'l Shipments2.80
Logistics Competence2.60
Tracking & Tracing2.50
Timeliness3.00
Data Source: World Bank Logistics Performance Index
Key Trade Institutions in Eritrea
Ministry of Trade and Industry
Export Authoritywww.shabait.com
+291 1 126 622
Eritrea Customs Authority
CustomsEritrean Standards Institution
Standards BodyNeed help navigating Eritrea's trade requirements?
