Embassy of United States in Colombo
If you are living or residing in Colombo 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 Colombo.
This information is for:
- Sri Lankan passport holders living in Colombo
- American passports traveling/working or living in Colombo
- Foreign passports currently residing in Colombo
Embassy Information
| Address: | 210 Galle Road Colombo 03 Sri Lanka |
| Phone: | +94 11 249 8500 |
| Fax: | +94 11 243 7345 |
| Email: | [email protected] |
| Website: | https://lk.usembassy.gov/ |
| Office hours: | |
| Current time in Colombo | 08:03 AM Thursday, January 23 2025-01-23 (GMT +0530) |
| Current time in United States | 02:33 AM Thursday, January 23 2025-01-23 (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 Colombo and Washington D.C. is 14395.80 km (8945.14 miles). The average travel time is 29 hours 59 minutes.
- Time difference: Colombo is 12:30 hours ahead of Washington D.C.. When the time is 08:45 on November, Monday 18 in Colombo, it is 20:15 on November, Sunday 17 in Washington D.C.
Map and Directions
Get directions to the Embassy of United States in Colombo.
Distance from city center
9.19 km ( 5.71 miles)
Nearest airport
Diyawanna Oya Seaplane Base (DWO)
Distance to airport
6.78 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 210 Galle Road Colombo 03 Sri Lanka. Coordinates: (79.8486952, 6.913257199999999).
2. How do I contact the United States Embassy in Colombo?
You can contact the embassy by phone at: +94 11 249 8500. The working hours are from Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m - 5:30 p.m except official holidays in United States and Sri Lanka.
3. Is the embassy open now?
No, it is closed now. The current time in Colombo is 08:03.
Do you need a travel visa?
Disclaimers:
This is NOT the official website of the Embassy of United States in Colombo.
This website is for informational/reference purposes only.
Today’s Forecast
| 7.38°C | ||
| Humidity | 76% | |
| Wind | 2.06 km/h | |
| Sunrise | 12:31 PM | |
Useful Information
SITE MAP
9.19 km ( 5.71 miles) from city center
Nearby landmarks
Grand Hyatt Colombo
302 m
Altair
889 m
Empire
1.22 km
Nelung Arts Centre
1.35 km
Postal museum, Colombo
1.94 km
Colombo Cricket Club Ground
2.00 km
World Trade Center - East Tower
2.22 km
World Trade Center - West Tower
2.23 km
Krrish Square
2.25 km
Independence Memorial Museum
2.27 km
Accommodation
The Tropical Inn Hotel
6.74 km
Banks & ATMs
BOC Merchant Tower
230 m
NSB
320 m
Commercial Bank Libery Plaza
330 m
Sampath Bank ATM
345 m
HNB Kollupitiya
399 m
Hatton National Bank
417 m
State Mortgage Bank
415 m
ICICI Bank
419 m
Union Bank
461 m