Embassy of the United States of America Asmara, Eritrea October 17, 2017 In 2014, banks in Eritrea stopped accepting for deposit or cash U.S. Federal Benefits checks.  As a temporary solution, in May 2015, the U.S. Embassy began cashing these checks for beneficiaries.  Effective immediately, the Embassy is no longer able to provide this service …

Embassy of the United States of America Asmara, Eritrea September 28, 2017 Security Message for U.S. Citizens: ERITREA TRAVEL WARNING The U.S. Department of State warns U.S. citizens of the risks of travel to Eritrea.  The Government of Eritrea restricts the travel of all foreign nationals in the country, including U.S. diplomats.  These restrictions make …

Embassy of the United States of America Asmara, Eritrea September 15, 2017 Security Message for U.S. Citizens: WORLDWIDE CAUTION   As part of the Department of State’s continuous efforts to provide U.S. citizens traveling abroad with information about safety and security events, we are updating the Worldwide Caution with information on the continuing threat of …

Embassy of the United States of America Asmara, Eritrea April 4, 2017 Security Message for U.S. Citizens: TURKEY TRAVEL WARNING U.S. citizens are warned of increased threats from terrorist groups in Turkey.  Carefully consider the need to travel to Turkey at this time, and avoid travel to southeast Turkey due to the persistent threat of …

Embassy of the United States of America Asmara, Eritrea February 23, 2017 Security Message for U.S. Citizens: ERITREA TRAVEL WARNING Below is the most recent Eritrea Travel Warning, released by the Department of State on February 22, 2017.  The Consular section of the U.S. Embassy will host an ACS Chat on March 1, 2017 from 7:00-8:00 …

1.  The U.S. Department of State warns U.S. citizens of threats from terrorist groups in Egypt and to consider the risks of travel to the country.  For security reasons, the U.S. Mission in Egypt prohibits diplomatic personnel from traveling to the Western Desert and the Sinai Peninsula outside the beach resort of Sharm El-Sheikh; U.S. …

The Place to be in Asmara on Election Day and Election Night All American Citizens are invited to follow the media coverage of the U.S. Presidential Election at the American Center, in Geza Banda. On Tuesday, November 8, the American Center will host a U.S. Election Exposition. Guests are invited to pick up free reading …

1. As part of the State Department’s continuous efforts to provide U.S. citizens traveling abroad with information about relevant events, we are updating the Worldwide Caution with information on the continuing threat of terrorist actions and violence against U.S. citizens and interests throughout the world.  Current information suggests that terrorist groups continue to plan attacks …

The U.S. Department of State continues to warn U.S. citizens of the risks of travel to Eritrea due to the unpredictable security situation along Eritrea’s borders and restrictions imposed by local authorities on travel within the country.  All foreign nationals, including U.S. government employees, must obtain permits to travel outside of the capital Asmara.  This …

The U.S. Department of State continues to warn U.S. citizens of the risks of travel to Eritrea due to the unpredictable security situation along Eritrea’s borders and restrictions imposed by local authorities on travel within the country.  All foreign nationals, including U.S. government employees, must obtain permits to travel outside of the capital Asmara.  This …

1.  The Department of State is updating the Worldwide Caution with information on the continuing threat of terrorist actions and violence against U.S. citizens and interests throughout the world. Current information suggests that ISIL, al-Qa’ida, Boko Haram, al-Shabaab, and other terrorist groups continue to plan terrorist attacks in multiple regions.  Recent terrorist attacks, whether by …

The American Citizen Services section of the U.S. Embassy in Asmara is pleased to invite all American citizens and their immediate family members over age 16 to our Town Hall meeting. Tuesday, December 15, 2015, 3:00-5:00PM at the U.S. Embassy Use the main Embassy entrance near the Attorney General’s office; please arrive at least 20 …

1.  The State Department alerts U.S. citizens to possible risks of travel due to increased terrorist threats.  Current information suggests that ISIL (aka Da’esh), al-Qa’ida, Boko Haram, and other terrorist groups continue to plan terrorist attacks in multiple regions.  These attacks may employ a wide variety of tactics, using conventional and non-conventional weapons and targeting …

ANNOUNCEMENT The Consular Section of the U.S. Embassy in Asmara, Eritrea announces that the section will be closed for all services, including American Citizen Services and Non-Immigrant Visas, from December 5-11, 2015. Please keep this in mind and plan accordingly. See the State Department’s travel website for the Worldwide Caution, Travel Warnings, Travel Alerts, and …

The U.S. Embassy Asmara informs U.S. citizens that over the next few days, the people of Eritrea will be celebrating their Independence Day, cumulating on Sunday, May 24th. While this time is generally festive, with a number of sponsored events and concerts, all U.S. citizens are reminded of the following: Roads leading to and within …

1.  The U.S. Department of State continues to warn U.S. citizens of the risks of travel to Eritrea.  The Government of Eritrea continues to restrict the travel of all foreign nationals, including U.S. diplomats posted in Asmara.  Consequently, the U.S. Embassy cannot guarantee its ability to provide emergency consular assistance outside of Asmara.  In addition, …

The United States Embassy in Asmara has received a number of inquiries from U.S. Citizens regarding the situation in Yemen. Travel.State.Gov contains all the current Travel Warnings, Travel Alerts, and the Worldwide Cautions issued by the Department of State. Here is the latest Travel Warning from the Department of State Bureau of Consular Affairs regarding …

This is a Security Message for U.S. citizens in Eritrea. The U.S. Embassy has been monitoring the situation reported in the Security Message for U.S. Citizens dated January 21, 2013. At this time, the U.S. Embassy has seen no further indication of continued events that would warrant unusual concern. The U.S. Embassy is operating under normal business …

This is a Security Message for U.S. citizens in Eritrea.  The U.S. Embassy has been made aware of increased military presence in some sections of Asmara.  Employees of the U.S. government have been advised to limit their movements within the city, avoid large gatherings, and exercise caution.  We strongly recommend that private U.S. citizens do …