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The U.S. Embassy has announced an Interview Waiver (IW) program for specific visa applicants, targeting two distinct age groups: those under 14 years old and those over 80.

Visa renewal by mail available under certain conditions

The process for renewing visas by mail has been outlined for temporary visitors and crewmembers.

US Embassy announces online property auction from January 14 to January 21

The United States Embassy is set to conduct an online property auction starting at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, January 14, and concluding at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, January 21, 2025.

Program launched for South Caucasus science and tech innovators

A new program has been announced for science and technology innovators in the South Caucasus region.

U.S., partners launch initiative for responsibly sourced cobalt in Democratic Republic of Congo

The U.S. government, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), has initiated a partnership to advance the "Professionalizing the Artisanal Copper-Cobalt Supply Chain in the Democratic Republic of the Congo" activity.

U.S. consular officer offers citizen services in Bonaire on January 31

The U.S. Consulate General in Curacao has announced that a consular officer will visit Bonaire to provide American Citizen Services.

Colombia-Venezuela border closed; US advises against travel

The Venezuelan government has announced the closure of its land border with Colombia, effective from 5:00 a.m. on January 10, 2025.

Divorce certificates needed for certain U.S. immigrant visa interviews

Bringing the correct civil documents to your immigrant visa interview is essential for smooth processing.

G7 condemns lack of legitimacy in Venezuela's presidential inauguration

The G7 foreign ministers, along with the High Representative of the European Union, have issued a statement denouncing the recent inauguration of Nicolas Maduro as president of Venezuela.

Consular representative offers services in Tortola on February 20

By Globe Banner | Jan 12, 2025

A consular representative will be available for appointments with U.S. citizens in Tortola, British Virgin Islands, on Thursday, February 20.

US Embassy warns expatriates after student incident in Maadi

By Globe Banner | Jan 12, 2025

The U.S. Embassy in Cairo has reported an incident involving two expatriate students in Maadi over the weekend.

U.S. Embassy seeks vendor proposals for electrical work at NICO House

By Globe Banner | Jan 10, 2025

The U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe has announced an invitation for proposals from qualified vendors.

U.S. Embassy donates vehicles to boost Belize's border security

By Globe Banner | Jan 10, 2025

The United States Embassy has donated nine vehicles to Belizean law enforcement agencies, aimed at bolstering border security and combating transnational organized crime.

US embassies in Ecuador to close for National Day of Mourning

By Globe Banner | Jan 8, 2025

President Biden has announced a National Day of Mourning on January 9, 2025, in honor of former President Jimmy Carter.

United States strengthens alliance with Ecuador for enhanced security measures in 2024

By Globe Banner | Jan 6, 2025

The United States has played a crucial role in enhancing security measures in Ecuador throughout 2024.

Holiday calendar for Ecuador and US in 2025

By Globe Banner | Jan 1, 2025

The 2025 holiday calendar outlines various public holidays observed throughout the year.

Ecuador's debt conversion secures funds for Amazon conservation

By Globe Banner | Dec 17, 2024

The Republic of Ecuador, with support from the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC), the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), The Nature Conservancy (TNC), and Bank of America, has finalized a debt conversion backed by $1...

Joint statement underscores support for Syrian people amid critical transition

By Globe Banner | Dec 17, 2024

The governments of the United States, the Arab Contact Group on Syria, Bahrain, France, Germany, Qatar, Türkiye, the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom, the European Union, and the UN Special Envoy for Syria have issued a joint statement...

U.S.-Chad cooperation celebrated through Les McBride's 50-year service

By Globe Banner | Dec 16, 2024

Ambassador Laskaris honored Les McBride for his five decades of service at a retirement ceremony held at the U.S. Embassy in Chad.