How to fix Error [ERR_REQUIRE_ESM]: require() of ES Module not supported in Node.js

Node.jsINTERMEDIATEHIGHUpdated Dec 9, 2025· 136 views

Occurs when attempting to use CommonJS require() to import an ES module, which only supports import statements.

Quick fix

Fixes ERR_REQUIRE_ESM

  1. Fix step 1
node.js — error
# Error [ERR_REQUIRE_ESM]: require() of ES Module not supported
Error [ERR_REQUIRE_ESM]: require() of ES Module not supported

What this error means

Placeholder meaning for ERR_REQUIRE_ESM: require() of ES Module not supported. This error needs detailed documentation.

Typical symptoms

  • Symptom 1
  • Symptom 2
  • Symptom 3

Common causes

  1. Cause 1
  2. Cause 2
  3. Cause 3

How to fix "Error [ERR_REQUIRE_ESM]: require() of ES Module not supported"

1Fix step 1

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Advanced notes

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Frequently asked questions

What does "ERR_REQUIRE_ESM" mean?
Placeholder meaning for ERR_REQUIRE_ESM: require() of ES Module not supported. This error needs detailed documentation.
How do I fix "ERR_REQUIRE_ESM"?
Occurs when attempting to use CommonJS require() to import an ES module, which only supports import statements.
What causes "ERR_REQUIRE_ESM"?
Cause 1 Cause 2 Cause 3
Is the "ERR_REQUIRE_ESM" error serious?
Yes. This is a high-severity error that usually blocks work until it is fixed, but the steps above resolve it.

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