List of ambassadors of the United States to Eritrea
| Ambassador of the United States to Eritrea | |
|---|---|
Seal of the United States Department of State | |
Flag of a United States ambassador | |
Incumbent since July 18, 2022Leslie Freriksen as Chargé d'Affaires ad interim | |
| Nominator | The president of the United States |
| Appointer | The president with Senate advice and consent |
| Inaugural holder | Joseph P. O'Neill as Chargé d'Affaires ad interim |
| Formation | June 11, 1991 |
| Website | U.S. Embassy - Asmara |
The following is a list of United States ambassadors to Eritrea. The United States recognized Eritrea's independence April 27, 1991, and established diplomatic relations on June 11, 1991. The Consulate in Asmara then became an Embassy with Joseph P. O'Neill as Chargé d'Affaires ad interim. The U.S. embassy in Eritrea has been represented by a Chargé d'Affaires since 2010.