List of ambassadors of the United States to Sri Lanka and the Maldives
| Ambassador of the United States to Sri Lanka and the Maldives | |
|---|---|
Seal of the United States Department of State | |
Flag of a United States ambassador | |
since February 25, 2022 | |
| Nominator | The president of the United States |
| Appointer | The president with Senate advice and consent |
| Inaugural holder | Felix Cole as Envoy Extraordinary and Minister Plenipotentiary |
| Formation | August 3, 1949 |
| Website | U.S. Embassy – Colombo |
The position of United States ambassador to Sri Lanka and the Maldives has existed since 1949. Sri Lanka–United States relations and Maldives–United States relations have been friendly throughout the history of Sri Lanka and the history of the Maldives. The diplomatic mission representing the United States in both countries is located in Colombo, Sri Lanka. Jefferson House is the ambassadorial residence of the ambassador in Colombo.