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Eritrean Embassy in the United States

1 embassy

Eritrea is represented in the United States by 2 missions: an embassy in Washington D.C. and 1 other office. Eritrea requires US citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.

Map: Eritrea’s 2 missions in the United States

Map: Eritrea’s 2 missions in the United States

Eritrean Embassy in Washington D.C.

Embassy of Eritrea in Washington D.C.

Embassy · Washington D.C.

Today · Closed
Address
New Hampshire Avenue Northwest 1708, 20009 Washington

At New Hampshire Avenue Northwest 1708, 20009 Washington, the Eritrean embassy represents Eritrea towards the United States. Its phone number and website are on its page.

Consulates

Eritrea visa for US citizens

United StatesEritrea Visa required Eritrea visa for citizens of the United States

EritreaUnited States No admission United States visa for citizens of Eritrea

US citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to Eritrea. From the United States, the application is made at the Eritrean embassy in Washington D.C. or through a visa centre appointed by Eritrea.

The United States’ missions in Eritrea

Missions of the United States in Eritrea (2)

In return, the United States has 2 missions in Eritrea, including its embassy in Asmara.

Good to know

Eritrea in the United States

Worldwide, Eritrea has 21 missions in 18 countries; 2 of them are in the United States.

Travel to the United States for Eritrean citizens

Eritrean citizens are currently not admitted to the United States, according to the visa data used here. In the United States, Eritrean citizens can turn to the Eritrean embassy for passports and emergency help.

When Eritrean missions in the United States are closed

Eritrean missions in the United States close on the United States’ public holidays, the next being Veterans Day on Wednesday 11 November 2026, Thanksgiving Day on Thursday 26 November 2026 and Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026, and usually on some holidays of Eritrea, such as New Year's Day on Friday 1 January 2027.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the Eritrean embassy in the United States?

The Eritrean embassy is in Washington D.C., at New Hampshire Avenue Northwest 1708, 20009 Washington.

Do US citizens need a visa for Eritrea?

US citizens need a visa for Eritrea, obtained before travel.

Do Eritrean citizens need a visa for the United States?

Eritrean citizens are currently not admitted to the United States, according to the visa data used here.

Does the United States have an embassy in Eritrea?

Yes, the United States has its embassy in Asmara, along with 1 other mission in Eritrea.