On July 31, 2022, the United States conducted a precision counterterrorism strike in Afghanistan that killed Ayman al-Zawahiri, Osama bin Laden’s deputy and successor as leader of al-Qa’ida. Al- Zawahiri was one of the masterminds of the attacks against the United States on September 11, 2001, and had continued to urge his followers to attack …
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Do you need to replace a missing certificate or obtain a certified copy? Are you getting married in the UK? Do you need guidance on how to enter the UK on a student visa? We offer a wealth of information for U.S. citizens on our website. We encourage you to spend time reviewing the available …
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As the situation in Ukraine continues to unfold, we encourage U.S. citizens in Ukraine and family members to review the information provided on this page for resources and contact details for immediate assistance. U.S. citizens in Ukraine should complete this online form so that the State Department can communicate with you. U.S. citizens seeking to depart Ukraine can also call …
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Message for U.S. Citizens: Passport and Citizenship Services Temporarily Unavailable at the U.S. Consulate General in Edinburgh March 06, through March 21, 2023 (28 February 2023) Location: Scotland, United KingdomThe U.S. Consulate General Edinburgh will be closed for passport and citizenship services starting Monday, March 06, 2023 through March 21, 2023. Consular services will resume …
Read More» Security Alert – U.S. Embassy London (December 16, 2022) Location: United Kingdom, Countrywide Event: During the holiday season there is the potential for increased crime and acts of violent extremism. Planned attacks and criminal activity often occur in crowded public locations such as holiday markets, shopping malls, airports, clubs, restaurants, places of worship, transportation hubs, …
Read More» Message to U.S. Citizens: Passport and Citizenship Services Temporarily Unavailable at the U.S. Consulate General in Edinburgh December 15, 2022 through January 3, 2023 (December 5, 2022) Location: Scotland, United Kingdom The U.S. Consulate General in Edinburgh will be closed for passport and citizenship services from Thursday, December 15, 2022 to Tuesday, January 3, 2023. …
Read More» Celebrate democracy this 4th of July by taking the necessary steps to vote in the 2022 U.S. elections! In order to vote in the November 2022 elections, all overseas U.S. citizens need to have completed a Federal Post Card Application (FPCA) in 2022. Whether you are a first-time voter or have already received ballots and voted absentee in past elections, …
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On April 21, 2022, the United States announced a key step toward fulfilling President Biden’s commitment to welcome Ukrainians fleeing Russia’s invasion. Uniting for Ukraine provides a pathway for Ukrainian citizens and their immediate family members who are outside the United States to come to the United States and stay temporarily in a two-year period …
Read More» U. S. Embassy London 01/31/2022 ANNOUNCEMENT: Online fee payments for adult U.S. passport renewal applications are now accepted in the UK. Paying online allows U.S. citizens to submit their applications via mail without needing to obtain a postal money order or bank draft or having to appear in person at the U.S. Embassy. Qualifying …
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U. S. Embassy London January 28, 2022 Registering to Vote and submitting a ballot is fast, easy, and can be done from anywhere in the world! Start by confirming your voter registration with your state. Some states require absentee voters to register annually so you may need to re-register. Go to FVAP.gov to connect to …
Read More» U.K. Government Raises National Security Threat Level to Severe
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U.S. citizens in the UK: Please visit the UK government’s website for important information about international travel.
Read More» U. S. Embassy London May 11, 2021 United Kingdom – Level 3: Reconsider Travel Reconsider travel to the United Kingdom due to COVID-19. Exercise increased caution due to terrorism. Read the Department of State’s COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 3 Travel Health Notice for …
Read More» U. S. Embassy London April 22, 2021 United Kingdom – Level 4: Do Not Travel Do not travel to the United Kingdom due to COVID-19. Exercise increased caution due to terrorism. Read the Department of State’s COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 4 Travel …
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U.S. immigration law assumes that a person admitted to the United States as an immigrant will live in the United States permanently once they’ve become a lawful permanent resident (LPR). The current Presidential Proclamations restricting travel to the United States from the United Kingdom do not apply to LPR’s who have valid status. Therefore, if …
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Beginning 15 February, all persons arriving in England from the travel ban list (“red list”) are required to self-isolate in a quarantine hotel for at least 10 days.
Read More» COVID-19 Health Alert – U.S. Embassy London, UK, January 12, 2021
Read More» On December 20, Her Majesty’s government issued tighter coronavirus (COVID) restrictions across the United Kingdom. Scotland and Wales have also updated their travel restrictions.
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The U.S. Embassy in London warns about internet financial scams, phishing emails and internet fraud.
Read More» Voters in the State of Georgia have additional chances to make their voices heard this election cycle. The State of Georgia will hold two Special Elections runoffs for the state’s two U.S. Senate seats on January 5, 2021. Georgia will also hold a Special Election runoff to determine the U.S. Congressional Representative for Georgia’s 5th …
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If you are a U.S. citizen who needs to return home to the United States, you may be permitted to travel under current UK regulations.
Read More» On October 31, Prime Minister Boris Johnson outlined new restrictions in response to the continuing spread of coronavirus. In light of the new restrictions, the U.S. Mission to the United Kingdom has reduced some routine in-person consular services
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The 2020 U.S. Election is just days away! Election day is November 3, 2020! Remember, U.S. embassies and consulates are NOT polling places. This means that you should not come to the Embassy in London or the Consulates in Belfast or Edinburgh on November 3 to cast your vote. Click here to visit our website for information about using international airmail, the Federal …
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If you are planning on traveling to the United States, it is important that you check quarantine regulations for the state you are visiting before you depart.
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If you plan to vote in the November 2020 election it is important to ACT NOW! Don’t wait, return your voted ballot right away! Remember U.S. embassies and consulates are not polling places; same-day in-person voting is not available outside the United States – but you can get assistance in requesting and returning your absentee …
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Be an Active Voter by taking the necessary steps to vote in the 2020 U.S. elections and participating in Absentee Voting Week!
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U. S. Embassy London August 28, 2020 Location Central London, United Kingdom Event Scheduled and pop-up demonstrations as well as counter-protests are being planned for August 29 to September 1, 2020 across the United Kingdom. The majority will be focused in central London but may occur without warning in cities throughout the UK or …
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Do you have questions about how you can vote in the U.S. election from the United Kingdom? If so, please join us for a Facebook Live Q&A, hosted by the Federal Voting Assistance Program (FVAP), on August 27, 2020 at 2 p.m..
Read More» In order to vote in the November 2020 elections, all overseas U.S. citizens need to have completed a Federal Post Card Application (FPCA) in 2020.
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Celebrate democracy this 4th of July by taking the necessary steps to vote in the 2020 U.S. elections!
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Receive important information from the Embassy about safety conditions in your destination country – Help the U.S. Embassy contact you in an emergency, whether natural disaster, civil unrest, or family emergency. – Help family and friends get in touch with you in an emergency.
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The Department of State advises U.S. citizens to reconsider travel abroad due to the global impact of COVID-19
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U.S. Embassy Facilitates Travel of More than 10,000 Britons to Work a Summer in America
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U.S. Embassy London December 22, 2018 The Federal Government of the United States of America is currently in a Lapse of Appropriations period starting Saturday, December 22, 2018. Scheduled passport and visas services, and emergency services for U.S. citizens, will continue at the U.S. Embassy London and our Consulates in Belfast and Edinburgh during the …
Read More» Scammers are becoming increasingly sophisticated in their attempts to obtain personal details. There is no one group of people who are more likely to become a victim of a scam; all of us may be targeted by an elaborate scam at some point in time here in the United Kingdom.
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Your Vote Counts! Did you know that many U.S. elections for House and Senate seats have been decided by a margin smaller than the number of ballots cast by absentee voters? All states are required to count every absentee ballot as long as it is valid and reaches local election officials by the absentee ballot …
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VOTING IN 2018 U.S. ELECTIONS Your vote counts! Did you know that many U.S. elections for house and senate seats have been decided by a margin smaller than the number of ballots cast by absentee voters? All states are required to count every absentee ballot as long as it is valid and reaches local election …
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The next Global Entry Mobile Enrollment Event is coming to the U.S. Embassy London from March 07 until May 03, 2018.
Read More» Voting in 2018 Primary Elections for U.S. Citizens in the United Kingdom.
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As part of the Department of State’s continuous efforts to provide U.S. citizens traveling abroad with information about safety and security events, we are updating the Worldwide Caution with information on the continuing threat of terrorist actions, political violence, and criminal activity against U.S. citizens and interests abroad. This replaces the Worldwide Caution dated September 14, 2017 . …
Read More» The Department of State alerts U.S. citizens to the heightened risk of terrorist attacks throughout Europe, particularly during the holiday season. U.S. citizens should exercise caution at holiday festivals and events. This Travel Alert expires on January 31, 2018. Recent, widely-reported incidents in France, Russia, Sweden, the United Kingdom, Spain, and Finland demonstrate that the …
Read More» Security Message for U.S. Citizens:, September 15, 2017: UK National Security Threat Level Raised to Critical
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Tips and FAQs on applying for an F-1 or J-1 visa for study in thee United States of America.
Read More» The Department of State alerts U.S. citizens to the continued threat of terrorist attacks throughout Europe. This travel alert expires on November 30, 2017. Recent, widely reported incidents in France, Russia, Sweden, the United Kingdom, Spain, and Finland demonstrate that the Islamic State of Iraq and ash-Sham (ISIS or Da’esh), al-Qa’ida, and their affiliates have …
Read More» U. S. Embassy London Emergency Message for U.S. Citizens: Incident in Westminster 22 March 2017 The U.S. Embassy in London informs U.S. citizens that there has been a security incident on Westminster Bridge near Parliament. U.S. citizens should heed guidance from local authorities and maintain security awareness. View updates from the Metropolitan Police at …
Read More» As part of the Department of State’s continuous efforts to provide U.S. citizens traveling abroad with information about safety and security events, we are updating the Worldwide Caution with information on the continuing threat of terrorist actions, political violence, and criminal activity against U.S. citizens and interests abroad. This replaces the Worldwide Caution dated September …
Read More» If you travel regularly to the United States and would like to speed through airport immigration controls upon arrival, the U.S. Embassy is pleased to announce a special opportunity for U.S. citizens in the United Kingdom to enroll in Global Entry. Global Entry is the U.S. Customs and Border Protection travel facilitation program that expedites …
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