United States Embassy Manila, Philippines Message for U.S. Citizens:  Dumaguete City Outreach – March 20, 2020 The U.S. Embassy’s American Citizen Services (ACS) unit will be providing U.S. citizen services in Dumaguete City on March 20, 2020 from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.  The ACS team will be accompanied by a representative from the U.S. Department of Veterans …

  United States Embassy Manila, Philippines Security Alert – U.S. Embassy Manila (March 2, 2020) Location:  Virra Mall, Greenhills, San Juan City, Philippines Event:  Ongoing Security Incident in Virra Mall, Greenhills, San Juan City, Philippines Actions to Take: Avoid the area. Monitor local media for updates. If you are in the area, notify friends and family of …

United States Embassy Manila, Philippines Message for U.S. Citizens: U.S. Embassy’s American Citizen Services (ACS) at Consular Agency Cebu March 18, 2020 The U.S. Embassy’s American Citizen Services (ACS) unit will provide Consular Report of Birth Abroad (CRBA) outreach service at the Consular Agency in Cebu on Wednesday, March 18, from 7:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.  Services will …

United States Embassy Manila, Philippines Message for U.S. Citizens:  Cebu Consular Agency Closure February 28th, 2020 The U.S. Consular Agency in Cebu will be closed on Friday, February 28th, 2020. On Monday, March 2, the Consular Agency will return to regular operating hours, from 8:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays.  The Consular …

United States Embassy Manila, Philippines Message for U.S. Citizens:  Legazpi City Outreach – February 19, 2020 The U.S. Embassy’s American Citizen Services (ACS) unit will be providing U.S. citizen services in Legazpi City on February 19, 2020 from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.  Representatives from the Social Security Administration will provide remote assistance via a dedicated telephone …

United States Embassy Manila, Philippines Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Manila (January 31, 2020) Location:  Philippines Event:   The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is closely monitoring an outbreak of a respiratory illness caused by the novel coronavirus that was first detected in Wuhan, China. Actions to Take: Consult the  CDC Website , for the most …

United States Embassy Manila, Philippines Message for U.S. Citizens:  Baguio City Outreach – January 30, 2020 (Corrected Copy) This message corrects the email address for registration.  The U.S. Embassy’s American Citizen Services (ACS) unit will conduct an outreach event in Baguio City on January 30, 2020 from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.  The event will be held at the U.S. …

United States Embassy Manila, Philippines Message for U.S. Citizens:  Baguio City Outreach – January 30, 2020 The U.S. Embassy’s American Citizen Services (ACS) unit will conduct an outreach event in Baguio City on January 30, 2020 from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.  The event will be held at the U.S. Embassy Residence Compound in Baguio …

United States Embassy Manila, Philippines Natural Disaster Alert Update – U.S. Embassy Manila (January 12, 2020) Location: Vicinity of Taal Volcano Island and high-risk barangays of Agoncillo and Laurel, Batangas, Philippines Event:  In light of intensified eruptive activity, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) raised Taal Volcano’s alert status from Alert Level 3 (magmatic unrest) to  ALERT LEVEL 4  (hazardous …

United States Embassy Manila, Philippines Natural Disaster Alert – U.S. Embassy Manila (January 12, 2020) Location: Vicinity of Taal Volcano Island and high-risk barangays of Agoncillo and Laurel, Batangas, Philippines Event:  The U.S. Embassy advises U.S. citizens in the Philippines to exercise caution if contemplating travel in the vicinity of the Taal Volcano Island and the Barangays of Agoncillo and …

United States Embassy Manila, Philippines Security Alert – U.S. Embassy Manila (January 7, 2020) Location: The Philippines Event:  Heightened Middle East Tensions There is heightened tension in the Middle East that may result in security risks to U.S. citizens abroad. The Embassy will continue to review the security situation and will provide additional information as …

United States Embassy Manila, Philippines Message for U.S. Citizens: Outreach in Angeles City on January 16, 2020 and Olongapo City on January 17, 2020 The U.S. Embassy’s American Citizen Services (ACS) unit will be providing U.S. citizen services in Angeles City on January 16, 2020 and Olongapo City on January 17, 2020.  The ACS team will …

United States Embassy Manila, Philippines Message for U.S. Citizens:  VOTING IN 2020 U.S. ELECTIONS December 26, 2019   Your vote counts!  Did you know that many U.S. elections for the House and Senate have been decided by a margin smaller than the number of ballots cast by absentee voters?  All states are required to count …

United States Embassy Manila, Philippines Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Manila (October 9, 2019) Location: Philippines Event: Health officials have reported an outbreak of polio in the Philippines. Actions to Take: The U.S. Center for Disease Control (CDC) recommends that all U.S. citizens living in or traveling to the Philippines be fully vaccinated against polio. Before traveling to the Philippines, adults who completed …

Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Manila (October 9, 2019) Location: Philippines Event: Health officials have reported an outbreak of polio in the Philippines. Actions to Take: The U.S. Center for Disease Control (CDC) recommends that all U.S. citizens living in or traveling to the Philippines be fully vaccinated against polio. Before traveling to the Philippines, adults who completed their routine polio vaccine series …

Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Manila (October 9, 2019) Location: Philippines Event: Health officials have reported an outbreak of polio in the Philippines. Actions to Take: The U.S. Center for Disease Control (CDC) recommends that all U.S. citizens living in or traveling to the Philippines be fully vaccinated against polio. Before traveling to the Philippines, adults who completed their routine polio vaccine series …

Message for U.S. Citizens:  Consular Report of Birth Abroad (CRBA) Outreach at Cebu Consular Agency on October 9, 2019 The U.S. Embassy’s American Citizen Services (ACS) unit will provide Consular Report of Birth Abroad (CRBA) outreach service at the U.S. Consular Agency in Cebu on Wednesday, October 9 from 7:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.  Services will be provided by …

Message for U.S. Citizens:  Social Security Administration Outreach in Olongapo City on September 19, 2019 and in Angeles City on September 20, 2019 U.S. Embassy representatives from the Social Security Administration (SSA) will conduct outreach visits in Olongapo City on September 19 and in Angeles City on September 20 from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.  SSA …

United States Embassy Manila, Philippines Message for U.S. Citizens: U.S. Social Security Administration at Consular Agency Cebu September 11-12, 2019 U.S. Embassy representatives from the Social Security Administration (SSA) will be available at the U.S. Consular Agency office in Cebu on Wednesday, September 11 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and Thursday, September 12 from 11:30 …

Message for U.S. Citizens: Cebu Consular Agency Closure August 12-28 The U.S. Consular Agency in Cebu will be closed from Monday, August 12 through Wednesday, August 28, 2019. On Thursday, August 29, the Consular Agency will return to regular operating hours, from 8:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays.  The Consular Agency does not provide services to …

Message for U.S. Citizens:  Outreach in Baguio City on July 19, 2019  The U.S. Embassy’s American Citizen Services (ACS) unit will be providing U.S. citizen services in Baguio City on July 19, 2019.  The ACS team will be accompanied by representatives from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).  Representatives from the Social Security Administration (SSA) will provide …

Message for U.S. Citizens: U.S. Social Security Administration at Consular Agency Cebu June 26-27 U.S. Embassy representatives from the Social Security Administration (SSA) will be available at the U.S. Consular Agency in Cebu City on Wednesday, June 26 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and Thursday, June 27 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. SSA …

Message for U.S. Citizens:  Outreach in Angeles City on June 20, 2019 and Olongapo City on June 21, 2019 The U.S. Embassy’s American Citizen Services (ACS) unit will conduct outreach visits in Angeles City on June 20 and Olongapo City on June 21 from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.  The ACS team will be accompanied by representatives from the Social Security Administration …

United States Embassy Manila, Philippines  Message for U.S. Citizens:  Outreach in Bohol on May 7, 2019   The U.S. Embassy’s American Citizen Services (ACS) unit will be providing U.S. citizen services in Bohol on May 7, 2019.  Representatives from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs will accompany the ACS team.  Representatives from the Social Security Administration will provide …

Message for U.S. Citizens:  Outreach in Bacolod City on April 25, 2019 and Iloilo City on April 26, 2019 The U.S. Embassy’s American Citizen Services (ACS) unit will be providing U.S. citizen services in Bacolod City on April 25, 2019 and Iloilo City on April 26, 2019.  Representatives from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs will …

Message for U.S. Citizens: Cebu Consular Agency Closure on Certain Dates in May The Consular Agency in Cebu will be closed Thursday and Friday May 2-3, Thursday and Friday May 9-10, Monday May 13, and Thursday and Friday May 16-17. The Consular Agency will be open for normal business on Monday and Tuesday May 6-7 …

United States Embassy Manila, Philippines Security Alert – U.S. Embassy Manila, April 15, 2019 Location:  Throughout the Philippines Event:  The Embassy reminds U.S. citizens to exercise caution while traveling and residing in the Philippines.  The holiday season is a prime time for criminal and terrorist activity.  While victims can oftentimes ‎simply be at the wrong …

United States Embassy Manila, Philippines New Travel Advisory Issued Alert: Updated Travel Advisory – April 10, 2019 Location:  Philippines Travel Advisory Event:  The U.S. Department of State has updated its Philippines Travel Advisory.  Worldwide Travel Advisories now include country-specific information about kidnapping threats that exist for U.S. citizens traveling or residing abroad. Assistance: U.S. Embassy in the Philippines …

Message for U.S. Citizens:  Dumaguete City Outreach – March 19, 2019 The U.S. Embassy’s American Citizen Services (ACS) unit will be providing U.S. citizen services in Dumaguete City on March 19, 2019 from 7:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.  The ACS team will be accompanied by representatives from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.  Representatives from the Social Security Administration …

Message for U.S. Citizens: Cebu Consular Agency Closed on Tuesday March 5, 2019 Please be advised that the Cebu Consular Agency will be closed on Tuesday March 5, 2019. On Thursday, March 7, the Consular Agency will return to regular operating hours, from 8:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. The Consular Agency normally provides services on …

Message for U.S. Citizens:  Outreach in Legazpi City on February 21, 2019 The U.S. Embassy would like to inform U.S. citizens that the American Citizen Services (ACS) unit will be holding an outreach visit in Legazpi City on February 21, 2019 from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.  The ACS team will be accompanied by representatives …

Message for U.S. Citizens:  U.S. Social Security Administration at the Consular Agency in Cebu City February 12-13 U.S. Embassy representatives from the Social Security Administration (SSA) will be available at the U.S. Consular Agency in Cebu on Tuesday, February 12 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Wednesday, February 13 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 …

Message for U.S. Citizens:  Outreach in Olongapo City on February 13, 2019 and Angeles City on February 14, 2019 The U.S. Embassy’s American Citizen Services (ACS) unit will conduct outreach visits in Olongapo City on February 13 and Angeles City on February 14 from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. The ACS team will be accompanied by representatives from the Social Security Administration …

Security Alert: U.S. Embassy Manila, December 26, 2018 Location:  Manila-Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) Event:  On December 26, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) published a formal notice regarding the aviation security measures at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport in Manila. Actions to Take: Read the DHS Notice for further information. Exercise Increased Caution when traveling to or from Ninoy Aquino International Airport. Assistance: U.S. Embassy …

Security Alert – U.S. Embassy Manila, December 21, 2018 Location:  Throughout the Philippines Event:  The Embassy reminds U.S. citizens to exercise caution while traveling and residing in the Philippines.  The holiday season is a prime time for criminal and terrorist activity.  While victims can oftentimes ‎simply be at the wrong place at the wrong time, …

Message for U.S. Citizens:  U.S. Social Security Administration in Cebu City December 12-13 U.S. Embassy representatives from the Social Security Administration (SSA) will be available at the U.S. Consular Agency in Cebu City on Wednesday, December 12 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and Thursday, December 13 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. SSA will …

Message for U.S. Citizens: New Social Security Business Hours Beginning Monday, December 3, 2018, the Social Security Administration (SSA) office at the U.S. Embassy in Manila will be open for in-office appointments and walk-in services from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Philippine and U.S. holidays.  SSA’s telephone hours (phone number +63-2-301-2000 …

Message for U.S. Citizens: Outreach in Tacloban City on November 14, 2018 October 31, 2018 The U.S. Embassy’s American Citizen Services (ACS) unit will provide U.S. citizen services in Tacloban City on November 14, 2018 from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.  The ACS team will be accompanied by representatives from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.  Representatives from the Social Security Administration will …

Message for U.S. Citizens:  Cebu Consular Agency Limited Hours November 5 – December 10, 2018 October 23, 2018 Beginning Monday November 5, the Consular Agency in Cebu will be open only on Mondays and Tuesdays from 8:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m, providing the full range of emergency and non-emergency services. Please note that the Consular …

Message for U.S. Citizens: Outreach in Bacolod City on October 11, 2018 and Iloilo City on October 12, 2018 NOTE:  This is a correction to the message that was sent on September 26, 2018.  Representatives from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs will not be present at the event.  We regret any inconvenience this may …

Message for U.S. Citizens:  Social Security Administration in Cebu City October 22 – 26, 2018 U.S. Embassy representatives from the Social Security Administration (SSA) will be available in Cebu City October 22 – 26, 2018.  To schedule an appointment, please contact SSA by e-mail at FBU.Manila@ssa.gov .  A representative will notify each person of the time, date, …

Message for U.S. Citizens: Outreach in Bacolod City on October 11, 2018 and Iloilo City on October 12, 2018 The U.S. Embassy’s American Citizen Services (ACS) unit will provide U.S. citizen services in Bacolod City on October 11, 2018 and in Iloilo City on October 12, 2018 from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.  The ACS team will be accompanied by …

Weather Alert – U.S. Embassy Manila, Philippines – September 12, 2018 Location:  Northern Luzon and parts of Central and Southern Luzon Event:  Typhoon Mangkhut (local name Ompong) has further intensified and is predicted to enter the Philippine Area of Responsibility on Wednesday afternoon.  Heavy rains and strong winds are possible over Northern Luzon and parts of …

Message for U.S. Citizens: Cebu Consular Agency Offering Limited Services September 10-28, 2018 The U.S. Consular Agency in Cebu will offer limited services September 10-28, 2018. During the dates and times noted below, walk-ins will be seen for notary, legal capacity affidavit, passport, and emergency services. The Consular Agency will be open the following days and …

Message for U.S. Citizens:  Outreach in Olongapo City on September 20, 2018 and Angeles City on September 21, 2018 The U.S. Embassy’s American Citizen Services (ACS) unit will be holding outreach visits in Olongapo City on September 20 and Angeles City on September 21 from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. The ACS team will be accompanied by representatives from the Social Security …

Message for U.S. Citizens: Voting in 2018 U.S. Elections August 24, 2018 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 …

Security Alert – U.S. Embassy Manila, Philippines, August 14, 2018 Location: Palawan Event:  The Western Command Armed Forces of the Philippines posted the following information on their official Facebook page: “Western Command remains on heightened alert and continues to tighten its security posture in Palawan against all forms of threats, amidst circulating information on probable …

United States Embassy Manila, Philippines  Message for U.S. Citizens:  Outreach in Baguio City on July 20, 2018   June 22, 2018 The U.S. Embassy’s American Citizen Services (ACS) unit will offer services in Baguio City on July 20, 2018 from 7:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. The ACS team will be accompanied by representatives from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security – U.S. Citizenship and …

The American Citizen Services (ACS) unit at U.S. Embassy Manila will be closed on Tuesday, June 5, 2018.  ACS will resume normal services on Thursday, June 7, 2018.  In case of an emergency involving a U.S. citizen, please call the Embassy operator at +63-2-301-2000 for assistance. Normal ACS services are available by appointment only.  Please …

April 19, 2018 Message for U.S. Citizens:  Outreach in Olongapo City on May 17, 2018 and Angeles City on May 18, 2018 The U.S. Embassy’s American Citizen Services (ACS) unit will be holding outreach visits in Olongapo City on May 17 and Angeles City on May 18 from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. The ACS team will be accompanied by representatives from …

Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Manila (April 13, 2018) Location:  Philippines Event:  Health officials in the Philippines have reported an outbreak of measles throughout the country. Actions to Take: U.S. citizens living in or traveling to the Philippines should make sure they are vaccinated against measles with the MMR (measles, mumps, and rubella) vaccine. Avoid contact with …

March 19, 2018 Message for U.S. Citizens:  Passport Execution Fee Increase Effective April 2, 2018, the passport execution fee will increase by $10.  The $10 execution fee increase applies to U.S. passport applicants using the DS-11 form including: first-time applicants over age 16, children under age 16, and applicants who reapply after reporting their previous …

March 6, 2018 Message for U.S. Citizens: Cebu Agency Offering Limited Services March 15, 2018 The U.S. Consular Agency in Cebu will offer limited services on Thursday, March 15, 2018.  Passport, notary, and legal capacity affidavit services will NOT be available on March 15.  Normal services will resume on Friday, March 16. The Consular Agency typically accepts walk-ins …

February 15, 2018 Message for U.S. Citizens:  Bacolod City Outreach – March 15 and Iloilo City Outreach – March 16, 2018   The U.S. Embassy’s American Citizen Services (ACS) unit will provide U.S. citizen services in Bacolod City on March 15, 2018 and in Iloilo City on March 16, 2018 from 7:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.  The ACS team will be accompanied …

January 23, 2018 Message for U.S. Citizens: 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 …

January 19, 2018 Message for U.S. Citizens:  Baguio City Outreach – February 1, 2018 The U.S. Embassy’s American Citizen Services (ACS) unit will conduct an outreach event in Baguio City on February 1, 2018 from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. The event will be held at the U.S. Embassy Residence Compound in Baguio City, and requires advance registration to attend.  To …

Weather Alert – U.S. Embassy Manila (January 15, 2018) Location:  Vicinity of Mayon Volcano, Albay Province, Luzon, Philippines Event:  The U.S. Embassy advises U.S. citizens in the Philippines to exercise caution if contemplating travel in the vicinity of the Mayon Volcano, located in Albay Province, approximately 300 kilometers southeast of Manila, on the island of …

January 11, 2018 Message for U.S. Citizens: Reminder – Outreach in Angeles City on January 18, 2018 and Olongapo City on January 19, 2018 The U.S. Embassy would like to remind U.S. citizens that the American Citizen Services (ACS) unit will be holding outreach visits in Angeles City on January 18, 2018 and Olongapo City on January 19, …

Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Procession of the Black Nazarene The U.S. Embassy in Manila will have a delayed opening at 10 am on Tuesday, January 9, due to the Procession of the Black Nazarene, one of the largest religious gatherings in the Philippines. The Manila City government has declared this day a local holiday …

January 4, 2018 Message for U.S. Citizens:  Improvements to Safety and Security Information On Wednesday, January 10, 2018, the Department of State will make changes to our safety and security information to make it easier to find, understand, and use. Travel Advisories will replace Travel Warnings and Travel Alerts.  Every country will have a Travel …

Security Message for U.S. Citizens:  Worldwide Caution  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.  …

November 21, 2017 Message for U.S. Citizens:  U.S. Consular Agency Opening Dates in November and December, 2017 The U.S. Embassy would like to inform U.S. citizens that the U.S. Consular Agency in Cebu will be open November 27-29, 2017 from 8:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. for walk-in notary, legal capacity affidavit, passport, and emergency services. …

November 8, 2017 Message for U.S. Citizens:  U.S. Embassy Closure November 13-15, 2017 due to ASEAN Summit Due to road closures and other events related to the 31st Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Summit and Related Summits, the U.S. Embassy would like to inform residents and visitors of the following: The Consular Section of the U.S. …

November 6, 2017 Message for U.S. Citizens: Legazpi City Outreach – December 8, 2017 The U.S. Embassy would like to inform U.S. citizens that the American Citizen Services (ACS) unit will be holding an outreach visit in Legazpi City on December 8, 2017 from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Please click the link below for more information.   Legazpi City ____________________________________________________________ For further …

October 25, 2017 Message for U.S. Citizens:  Tacloban City Outreach – November 17, 2017 The U.S. Embassy would like to inform U.S. citizens that the American Citizen Services (ACS) unit will be holding an outreach visit in Tacloban City on November 17, 2017 from 7:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Please click the link below for more information. Tacloban City _______________________________________ For …

October 24, 2017 Message for U.S. Citizens: Social Security Administration Services in Cebu – November 21-22, 2017   The U.S. Embassy would like to inform U.S. citizens that representatives from the Social Security Administration (SSA) will be available at the U.S. Consular Agency office in Cebu on Tuesday, November 21 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and Wednesday, November …

October 12, 2017 Message for U.S. Citizens: U.S. Consular Agency in Cebu – Services Available October 23-27, 2017 The U.S. Embassy would like to inform U.S. citizens that the U.S. Consular Agency in Cebu will be open October 23-27, 2017 for routine services during normal walk-in hours from 8:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.  Services provided during this …

September 22, 2017 Security Message for U.S. Citizens:  Worldwide Caution  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 …

September 20, 2017 Security Message for U.S. Citizens:  Protests Expected Near U.S. Embassy The U.S. Embassy informs U.S. citizens that the Philippine government has declared Thursday, September 21, 2017, as a National Day of Protest.  Demonstrations are expected to take place throughout the country.  A protest is planned at approximately 2:00 p.m. at Rizal Park, which …

September 7, 2017 Message for U.S. Citizens:  Services in Angeles City and Olongapo City in September 2017 The U.S. Embassy would like to inform U.S. citizens that it will provide American Citizen Services in Angeles City on September 28, 2017 and in Olongapo City on September 29, 2017.  Services will be offered from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. …

August 30, 2017 Message for U.S. Citizens: U.S. Consular Agency in Cebu – Services Available September 11-15, 2017 The U.S. Embassy would like to inform U.S. citizens that the U.S. Consular Agency in Cebu will be open September 11-15, 2017 for routine services during normal walk-in hours from 8:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.  Services provided …

August 1, 2017 Message for U.S. Citizens: Consular Agency in Cebu – Services Available August 7-11, 2017 The U.S. Embassy would like to inform U.S. citizens that the U.S. Consular Agency in Cebu will be open August 7-11, 2017 for routine services during normal walk-in hours from 8:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.  Services provided during …

July 20, 2017 Message for U.S. Citizens:  Consular Agency in Cebu – SSA Offering Services August 2 and 3, 2017 U.S. Embassy representatives from the Social Security Administration (SSA) will be available at the U.S. Consular Agency office in Cebu on Wednesday, August 2 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and Thursday, August 3 from …

July 6, 2017 Message for U.S. Citizens: Baguio City Outreach – July 21, 2017 The U.S. Embassy would like to inform U.S. citizens that the American Citizen Services (ACS) unit will be holding an outreach visit in Baguio City on July 21, 2017 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 nn.  The ACS team will be accompanied …

July 3, 2017 Message for U.S. Citizens: Consular Agency in Cebu – Services Available July 10 – 14, 2017 The U.S. Embassy would like to remind U.S. citizens that the U.S. Consular Agency in Cebu will open from July 10 – 14, 2017 for routine services.  The Consular Agency will offer services for notaries, legal capacity affidavits, …

May 17, 2017 Message for U.S. Citizens: Consular Agency in Cebu – Services Available May 22-26, 2017 The U.S. Embassy would like to remind U.S. citizens that the U.S. Consular Agency in Cebu will open from May 22-26, 2017 for notary, passport, and citizenship services, and from May 24-25, 2017 for Social Security Administration (SSA) and the Department of Homeland Security – U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (DHS-USCIS) services.  …

The U.S. Embassy has received unsubstantiated yet credible information that terrorist groups may attempt to conduct kidnappings in Central Visayas, which includes both Cebu and Bohol provinces. U.S. citizens are advised to carefully consider this information as you make your travel plans, and to review personal security plans, avoid large crowds and gatherings, and remain vigilant at …

March 7, 2017 Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Worldwide Caution 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 …

December 21, 2016 Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Updated Travel Warning for the Philippines  The Department of State warns U.S. citizens to avoid all non-essential travel to the Sulu Archipelago and through the southern Sulu Sea, and to exercise extreme caution when traveling to the island of Mindanao, due to continued terrorist threats, insurgent activities, and kidnappings.  This replaces the Travel Warning dated April 21, 2016. …

December 5, 2016 Security Message for U.S. Citizens:  Reminder of Worldwide Caution The U.S. Embassy in Manila wishes to remind all U.S. citizens residing in, or traveling to the Philippines of the most recent Department of State Worldwide Caution , dated September 9, 2016, which indicates there is an ongoing threat of terrorist actions and violence against U.S. citizens and interests abroad, including the Philippines. The …

December 1, 2016 Security Message for U.S. Citizens:  Holiday Security Guidance The Embassy wishes to remind U.S. citizens to take preventative measures to ensure their safety and security while traveling and residing in the Philippines. The holiday season is a prime time for criminal activity. Remember, while victims can often ‎simply be at the wrong place at the wrong time, they can also …

November 3, 2016 Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Risk of Kidnapping in Southern Cebu The U.S. Embassy alerts U.S. citizens that terrorist groups are planning to conduct kidnappings in areas frequented by foreigners on the southern portion of Cebu Island, specifically the areas around Dalaguete and Santander (to include Sumilon Island). U.S. citizens should avoid travel to these areas and are reminded to review personal security …

The U.S. Embassy in Manila informs U.S. citizens that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued Travel Guidance for the Philippines regarding the risk of Zika virus infection. Zika virus is endemic .  The risk of Zika to travelers, especially pregnant women, in endemic countries is likely lower (but not zero) than in areas where …

September 13, 2016 Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Worldwide Caution As part of the State Department’s continuous efforts to provide U.S. citizens traveling abroad with information about relevant events, we are updating the Worldwide Caution with information on the continuing threat of terrorist actions and violence against U.S. citizens and interests throughout the world.  Current information suggests that terrorist groups continue to …

THE EMBASSY OF THE UNITED STATES IS TRANSMITTING THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION AS A PUBLIC SERVICE TO U.S. CITIZENS IN THE PHILIPPINES.  PLEASE DISSEMINATE THIS MESSAGE TO ALL U.S. CITIZENS IN YOUR ORGANIZATION OR NEIGHBORHOOD.  THANK YOU. An explosive device was detonated in a crowded market in Davao, Philippines on the evening of September 2, 2016.  …

August 17, 2016 Security Message for U.S. Citizens:  Security Reminder  The Embassy wishes to remind U.S. citizens of the most recent Department of State Worldwide Caution , dated March 3, 2016, which indicates there is an ongoing threat of terrorist actions and violence against United States citizens and interests abroad, including the Philippines. You may also wish to review the information in the most …

April 21, 2016 Emergency Message for U.S. Citizens: Updated Travel Warning for the Philippines The Department of State warns U.S. citizens to avoid all non-essential travel to the Sulu Archipelago and through the southern Sulu Sea, and to exercise extreme caution when traveling to the island of Mindanao, due to continued terrorist threats, insurgent activities and kidnappings.  This Travel Warning replaces the Travel Warning dated October …

Travel Warning – Philippines [updated April 21, 2016]

Message for U.S. Citizens: Voting in the 2016 U.S. Elections – January 29, 2016  [PDF 201KB]