Did you submit an entry for DV-2025? Don’t let a fake website trick you. The official entrant status check site, , is the ONLY way to check your Diversity Visa entry status. If you receive an e-mail, text, call, or letter notification, these are scams.
Dominican Republic: The Emergency Operations Center (COE) of the Dominican Republic has issued a red alert for five provinces, including Duarte, La Vega, Puerto Plata, Monte Cristi, and Santiago Rodriguez, due to recent and sustained heavy rainfall, which could produce…
Brazil: Rio Grande do Sul continues to experience major flooding, landslides, transportation interruptions, and other related safety concerns. U.S. citizens should reconsider traveling to Porto Alegre and the surrounding metropolitan area until conditions improve. Salgado Filho…
DYK? We have country-specific information for destinations all over the world that include the travel advisory level, entry and exit requirements, local laws and special considerations, and a range of other important travel information. Research your next destination at…
It’s Public Service Recognition Week! Across the globe, our consular teams serve U.S. citizens during some of their most important moments – births, adoptions, medical emergencies, deaths, arrests, and disasters. They help U.S. citizens connect with the world by issuing millions…
Diversity Visa 2025 selections are now available! Find out if you were selected by entering your confirmation number at . This is the ONLY way to check if you have been selected. Selection does not guarantee a visa or an interview.
The demand for U.S. passports is greater than it's ever been. Today, more Americans have one than ever in history.
Had the chance to visit our
@TravelGov
passport team in Tucson to recognize their extraordinary work to get passports into people's hands ahead of summer travel.
Starting tomorrow, May 4, 2024, check your
#DV2025
status by entering your confirmation number at . This is the ONLY way to check if you have been selected to participate. If you receive an e-mail, text, call, or letter notification, these are scams.
Tbilisi, Georgia: Large demonstrations are expected to continue in front of the Parliament building in Tbilisi on Shota Rustaveli Avenue. Recent demonstrations have seen confrontations and violence between attendees and law enforcement officials. For security reasons, U.S.…
We issue Travel Advisories with Levels 1 – 4. Level 4 means do not travel. This is the highest advisory level due to greater likelihood of life-threatening risks. Before making travel plans, look up the Travel Advisory for your intended destination(s).
The Travel Advisories for…
It’s almost time for Diversity Visa 2025 selections! Starting May 4, 2024, at 12 p.m. EDT, you will be able to check the status of your entry by entering your confirmation number at . This is the ONLY way to check if you have been selected to participate.
Our
@StateDept
Office of Children’s Issues plays a vital role in preventing and resolving cases of international parental child abduction. The 10th Annual Report on International Child Abduction is now available. Read the 2024 report
When it comes to identity documents, no detail is too small. Be sure your passport application is completed correctly and accurately – from your name to your SSN to your emergency contact information. Don't leave anything out! Avoid delays by getting it right the first time!
You know (because we keep reminding you 🤣) to check your destination’s travel advisory before you book your dream vacation, but did you notice any letters in the corner of the advisory? These are risk indicators. Learn what each one means at
We’re just a Fortnight away from the European leg of The Eras Tour, and we know A LOT of people are traveling to attend a show -- whether kicking it off in Paris or saying So Long, London. We want you to have The Best Day, but also to Stay, Stay, Stay safe. Sign up for the Smart…
Turks and Caicos Islands: We urge all travelers to carefully check your luggage for stray ammunition or forgotten weapons before departing from the United States. Firearms, ammunition (including stray bullets), and other weapons are not permitted in the Turks and Caicos Islands…
Heading overseas this summer? Think of what you can buy with the $60 of expedited passport processing fees you saved by planning ahead! Passport processing times are currently 6-8 weeks for routine service and 2-3 weeks for expedited service.
Reminder: the entry period for DV-2025 closed November 7, 2023. Do not be fooled by people or websites asking you to provide your information to enter now. These are scams. The applications selected for further processing will become available May 4, 2024, at 12 p.m. EDT at…
How are you celebrating Earth Day? A few ideas:
🌳 Plant a tree.
🗑️ Organize a trash clean-up.
🍅 Build a community garden.
❌ Reduce your use of single-use plastic.
♻️ Learn how to recycle in your community.
Simple actions can have a global impact. 🌎
#EarthDay2024
It’s
#SuperSaturday
at the Consulate! Hyderabad’s Consulate Team opened its doors on the weekend to help meet demand for visitor visas. 1500 applicants had their visa interviews today and will travel to the U.S. for business, tourism, or to visit family members!
#USIndiaFWD