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British Embassy in Asmara, Eritrea

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British Embassy in Asmara, Eritrea, located at 66-68 Mariam Ghimbi Street. View a location map, get driving directions to the Embassy of United Kingdom, or find information about the address, consular services, visa list, upcoming holidays, office hours, and head of mission (HOM).

  • Embassy Address

    66-68 Mariam Ghimbi Street
    PO Box 5584
    Asmara (Zip Code 174)
    Eritrea

  • Email

  • Office Hours

    Wednesday 9:00 AM–12:30 PM, 2:00 PM–4:30 PM
    Thursday 9:00 AM–12:30 PM, 2:00 PM–4:30 PM
    Friday 9:00 AM–12:30 PM
    Saturday Closed
    Sunday Closed
    Monday 9:00 AM–12:30 PM, 2:00 PM–4:30 PM
    Tuesday 9:00 AM–12:30 PM, 2:00 PM–4:30 PM

    Status: 🕒 Closing soon – Closes at 12:30 PM

    🕒 Current time in Asmara: 12:20 PM, Wednesday June 10, 2026

Location Map

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Location map of the British Embassy in Asmara, Eritrea

Upcoming Holidays

Please note that the Embassy may be closed on the following holidays. We recommend contacting the Embassy directly to confirm their operating hours or availability on these dates.

  • Martyrs' Day: June 20 Flag of Eritrea
  • Mawlid (The Prophet's Birthday): August 26 Flag of Eritrea
  • Start of the Armed Struggle / Revolution Day: September 1 Flag of Eritrea
  • Kudus Yohannes (Geez New Year): September 11 Flag of Eritrea

Available Services

The following is a brief list of services offered at the British Embassy in Asmara, Eritrea:

  • Legalization of documents
  • Issuing emergency travel documents
  • Register marriages, births, and deaths
  • Notarize certain documents

Visa Requirements

If you hold an Eritrean passport, you are required to obtain an eVisa or eTA to enter the United Kingdom.

Note: Visa requirements are determined by your nationality and the reason for your visit. Exceptions may arise based on the length of stay, specific conditions, or travel purpose.

Head of Mission

David McIlroy, Chargé d'affaires

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This page was last edited on 18 April 2026 at 03:16 AM (EST).

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