The Embassy uses a private courier company, Secure Mail Services (SMS) to provide secure courier services for Consular material. The phone number for SMS will CHANGE on 01 August 2009 from 0870-950-1760 to 0871-562-6666.
The U.S. Embassy London informs travellers to the UK where they can find important information about what to do when abroad in our latest YouTube video.
If you are traveling to the United States and are concerned about the reports of Swine Influenza, we suggest that you visit the U.S. Center for Disease Control’s website for the latest information http://wwwn.cdc.gov/travel/contentSwineFluUS.aspx .
29 August 2008
Zoom Airlines, a joint Canadian/British company, ceased operations on Thursday, August 28, 2008. The airline operated direct services from the UK to San Diego and Fort Lauderdale in the United States, in addition to a number of Canadian destinations.
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21 August 2008
Former American Citizen Services Chief André Goodfriend talks about the function and types of services offered to American citizens ... read more (contains videos ).
01 August 2008
The Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) is now live. Read more....
US-VISIT Moves Out of Biometric Exit Pilot Phase (DHS Press Release) The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced today that it intends to integrate biometric exit procedures into the existing international visitor departure process. The change will make the process of departing the United States more convenient and accessible for international visitors.
The Embassy uses a private courier company, Secure Mail Services (SMS) to provide secure courier services for Consular material. The phone number for SMS will CHANGE on 01 August 2009 from 0870-950-1760 to 0871-562-6666.
Attending a Non-immigrant Visa Interview?
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29 April 2009
If you are traveling to the United States and are concerned about the reports of Swine Influenza, we suggest that you visit the U.S. Center for Disease Control’s website for the latest information http://wwwn.cdc.gov/travel/contentSwineFluUS.aspx .
The courier company is experiencing a disruption in service due to adverse weather conditions. You may wish to visit their website at http://www.securemail.co.uk/sms/ for the latest information.
17 October 2008
Visa FAQ on the requirement for choir's to have visas updated ... read the FAQ.
01 August 2008
The Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) is now live. Read more....
American citizen services News
25 August 2009
American citizens are reminded that you are required to provide your Social Security Number, if you have been issued one, when submitting forms to renew or apply for a U.S. passport. Failure to do so can result in a $500 fine enforced by the IRS. For more information on how to correctly fill out passport applications forms, please ensure that you read the "Tips for Completing…" page of the appropriate passport application form.
01 August 2009
The Embassy uses a private courier company, Secure Mail Services (SMS) to provide secure courier services for Consular material. The phone number for SMS will CHANGE on 01 August 2009 from 0870-950-1760 to 0871-562-6666.
The U.S. Embassy London informs travellers to the UK where they can find important information about what to do when abroad in our latest YouTube video.
20 February 2009
Warden Conference at the U.S. Embassy in London.
02 February 2009
The Worldwide Caution issued by the Department of State has been updated.
02 February 2009
American Citizen Services now has a blog. This replaces our newsletter service ; we hope we can offer you much more timely and relevant information. PLEASE let us know what you think!
Zoom Airlines, a joint Canadian/British company, ceased operations on Thursday, August 28, 2008. The airline operated direct services from the UK to San Diego and Fort Lauderdale in the United States, in addition to a number of Canadian destinations.
Read more....
21 August 2008
Former American Citizen Services Chief André Goodfriend talks about the function and types of services offered to American citizens ... read more (contains videos ).
14 August 2008
Warden message emails
Recently, you may have received an email from the U.S. Embassy’s American Citizen Services (ACS) section regarding your status as a warden. If you have already responded, thank you.
We understand that some of you are concerned that this was an internet scam. We assure you that the email you received from London-Warden@state.gov was legitimate, and was NOT a scam. If you have additional questions or concerns, you can contact us by telephone at 020-7499-9000.
If you have marked the email address London-Warden@state.gov as spam, please re-mark it as safe. Otherwise, in the event of an emergency, the Embassy’s ability to contact you will be severely limited. Email is a superb method of sending out information to a large number of people in a short time, and, as such, will remain one of our primary tools in any emergency.
Effective February 1, 2008: Routine Service (Form DS-11) Non-Refundable: Age 16 and older: The passport application fee is $75. The execution fee is $25. The total is $100. Under Age 16: The passport application fee is $60. The execution fee is $25. The total is $85.
02 January 2008
Change in passports for children: As of February 1, 2008, the two-parent consent requirement for all passport services will be extended to include all children under age 16. This requirement is currently in effect for all children under age 14. Either both parents must be present to provide signatures at the time of passport application, or in the event one parent cannot attend, they must send a notarized statement of consent and identification. Alternately, the applying parent may present a death certificate or sole custody order for the child. Please see the section Passport renewals: Instructions for children for more details.
Webchat Transcript: Speak with the Consul
André Goodfriend, Chief of American Citizen Services at the U.S. Embassy in London, hosted a third webchat about Embassy services available to American citizens, particularly those
in the UK.
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