Embassy of United States in Asmara
If you are living or residing in Asmara and planning a trip to United States, you may want to know
the address, phone or office hours of the Embassy of United States in Asmara.
This information is for:
- Eritrean passport holders living in Asmara
- American passports traveling/working or living in Asmara
- Foreign passports currently residing in Asmara
Embassy Information
| Address: | 179 Alaa Street Asmara, Eritrea |
| Phone: | (+291)1-12-00-04 |
| Fax: | (+291)1-12-75-84 |
| Email: | [email protected] |
| Website: | https://er.usembassy.gov/embassy/asmara/ |
| Office hours: | |
| Current time in Asmara | 05:49 AM Sunday, July 19 2026-07-19 (GMT +0300) |
| Current time in United States | 02:49 AM Sunday, July 19 2026-07-19 (GMT -1200) |
The following services may be available at the Embassy:
- Issuance/renewal of passports
- Document notarization
- Issuing visas to United States
- Offering assistance in case of emergencies for U.S. citizens
Fast Facts:
- Distance: The distance between Asmara and Washington D.C. is 11063.71 km (6874.67 miles). The average travel time is 23 hours 2 minutes.
- Time difference: Asmara is 10:00 hours ahead of Washington D.C.. When the time is 06:23 on November, Monday 18 in Asmara, it is 20:23 on November, Sunday 17 in Washington D.C.
Map and Directions
Get directions to the Embassy of United States in Asmara.
Distance from city center
1.22 km ( 0.76 miles)
Nearest airport
Asmara International Airport (ASM)
Distance to airport
5.02 kms
Office Hours
| Date | Office hours | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Sunday (Today, November 17, 2024) | Closed | |
| Monday (November 18, 2024) | 09:00 - 12:00 - 13:30 - 17:00 | |
| Tuesday (November 19, 2024) | 09:00 - 12:00 - 13:30 - 17:00 | |
| Wednesday (November 20, 2024) | 09:00 - 12:00 - 13:30 - 17:00 | |
| Thursday (November 21, 2024) | 09:00 - 12:00 - 13:30 - 17:00 | |
| Friday (November 22, 2024) | 09:00 - 12:00 - 13:30 - 17:00 | |
| Saturday (November 23, 2024) | Closed |
Frequently asked questions, answered
1. Where is the embassy of United States located?
It is located at 179 Alaa Street Asmara, Eritrea. Coordinates: (38.9354557, 15.329156).
2. How do I contact the United States Embassy in Asmara?
You can contact the embassy by phone at: (+291)1-12-00-04. The working hours are from Monday to Thursday: 7:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m ; Fridays: 7:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. except official holidays in United States and Eritrea.
3. Is the embassy open now?
No, it is closed now. The current time in Asmara is 05:49.
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Disclaimers:
This is NOT the official website of the Embassy of United States in Asmara.
This website is for informational/reference purposes only.
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| Wind | 2.06 km/h | |
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Useful Information
SITE MAP
1.22 km ( 0.76 miles) from city center
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