U.S. Embassy in The Philippines
Recent News About U.S. Embassy in The Philippines
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Magnitude 7.5 earthquake triggers tsunami warning across parts of Mindanao
A magnitude 7.5 earthquake struck offshore of Davao Oriental, Mindanao at 9:43 a.m. on October 10, 2025, according to the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS).
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U.S. Embassy hosts AI-focused teacher training workshop for Filipino educators
A two-day training workshop organized by the U.S. Embassy in the Philippines’ Regional English Language Office (RELO) took place in Mactan, Cebu on September 26 and 27.
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U.S. Embassy warns Americans in Philippines on anniversary of October 7 Hamas attacks
U.S. citizens in the Philippines have been advised to remain alert due to the anniversary of the October 7, 2023 Hamas attacks in Israel.
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American basketball envoys promote sportsmanship during visit to Alaminos City
American basketball professionals Sam Vincent and Taj McWilliams-Franklin are in the Philippines as part of the U.S. Department of State’s Sports Envoy Program, participating in a series of activities aimed at promoting American expertise in...
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U.S. commits Php13.8 billion for Philippine health system improvements
The United States government has announced approximately Php13.8 billion ($250 million) in foreign assistance to the Philippines aimed at strengthening health systems, improving disease detection and response, and enhancing maternal and child...
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SSA urges direct mailing of annual report forms to Manila office due to mail suspension
Beneficiaries of U.S. Social Security residing in the Philippines are advised to send their completed Annual Report Forms (SSA-7161 or SSA-7162) directly to the Social Security Administration’s Federal Benefits Unit (FBU) in Manila.
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U.S., Philippine officials commemorate Victory Day’s 80th anniversary at Camp John Hay
On September 3, U.S. Ambassador to the Philippines MaryKay Carlson and Baguio City Mayor Benjamin Magalong led a ceremony at the U.S. Ambassador’s Residence in Camp John Hay to mark the 80th Victory Day.
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U.S. Embassy schedules remote consular services in Angeles City and Olongapo City
The U.S. Embassy’s American Citizens Services (ACS), together with representatives from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the Social Security Administration (SSA), will provide remote services for U.S. citizens in Angeles City on...
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U.S. Embassy offers consular outreach in Angeles City and Olongapo City this September
The U.S. Embassy’s American Citizens Services (ACS), together with representatives from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the Social Security Administration (SSA), will provide remote services for U.S. citizens in Angeles City on...
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U.S. donates equipment to Philippine Coast Guard fleet maintenance group
On August 18, the United States government donated Php1.9 million ($34,500) worth of equipment to the Philippine Coast Guard’s (PCG) Fleet Maintenance and Repair Group (MRG) Workshop in Sangley Point, Cavite.
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U.S. provides additional aid for flood-affected families in Luzon
The U.S. government has announced an additional Php13.8 million ($250,000) in aid to support families affected by severe flooding in the Philippines last July.
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U.S., Philippine forces coordinate disaster aid delivery after Luzon storms
U.S. military personnel have provided logistics support for disaster relief operations in Northern Luzon, Philippines, following recent storms and the southwest monsoon.
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U.S. Embassy in Philippines selects new courier for visa application process
Starting August 1, 2025, 2Go Express will take over as the new courier for the U.S. Embassy in the Philippines.
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U.S. updates nonimmigrant visa interview requirements effective September 2025
Beginning September 2, 2025, the U.S. Department of State will change its policy regarding interview waivers for nonimmigrant visa applicants.
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Women entrepreneurs featured at upcoming U.S.-supported trade fair in Quezon City
The U.S. Embassy in the Philippines, in partnership with SPARK!
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U.S. announces Php3 billion aid package for Philippine development
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio met in Washington, D.C., on July 21.
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U.S. allocates Php13.8 million for disaster response in Philippines
Manila, July 25, 2025—The U.S. government has announced a funding initiative of approximately Php13.8 million ($250,000) to aid the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) in supporting the Philippine government's response to severe weather...
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U.S. Peace Corps welcomes new volunteers in Manila for community development
On July 14, the U.S. Peace Corps in the Philippines welcomed a new group of volunteers in Manila.
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U.S. Embassy in Philippines closes consular section due to severe weather
The U.S. Embassy in the Philippines has announced that its Consular Section will be closed on July 23, 2025, due to severe weather conditions in Metro Manila.
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Consular appointments at U.S. Embassy in Philippines canceled due to weather
Due to the ongoing effects of heavy rainfall and high winds from the southwest monsoon, all consular appointments at the U.S. Embassy in the Philippines for July 22, 2025, have been canceled.