Message to U.S. Citizens: Launch of Online Fee Payments for Adult Passport Renewals as of June 20, 2021 The Department of State is pleased to announce that U.S. Embassy Kingston has been selected as a pilot location for payment of DS-82 passport renewal fees online. Beginning June 20, 2021, passport applicants in Jamaica and the …
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The U.S. Embassy in Kingston is organizing a Jamaican delegation to the Cosmoprof North America tradeshow set for July 28 – 30 at the Mandalay Bay Convention Centre in Las Vegas, Nevada. Cosmoprof North America is the leading business-to-business beauty and personal care industry tradeshow in the Americas bringing together more than 1,400 exhibitors who …
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KINGSTON, Jamaica – At just 16, U.S.-based girls’ education advocate and filmmaker Zuriel Oduwole has met more presidents and prime ministers – 30 and counting – than many ambassadors. However, she most enjoys meeting, inspiring, and encouraging young women. This was evident during her visit Tuesday to Mona Heights Primary School, where Oduwole spoke to …
Read More» The American Embassy in Kingston has for sale by sealed bids . Public viewing and bidding will be held on Saturday May 18, 2019 between the hours of 9am and 4pm. Viewing and bidding will be conducted on the grounds of Powell Plaza (Formerly known as the Crowne Plaza Hotel) which is located at 211a Constant Spring Road. …
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On Wednesday, February 27, representatives of the U.S. and Jamaican governments convened the first Working Group session under the U.S.-Jamaica Energy Investment Framework. The U.S.-Jamaica Energy Investment Framework was signed by U.S. Secretary of the Treasury Steven Mnuchin and Jamaican Prime Minister Andrew Holness on November 28, 2018 in Washington, D.C. The cooperative effort is …
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The Embassy of the United States launched the Robeson American Center (RAC) today, Tuesday, February 19, 2019. Formerly known as the Paul Robeson Information Resource Center, this new and innovative space will engage diverse Jamaican audiences from across the island. It will facilitate educational and lively cultural exchange programs, highlighting American culture and promoting mutual …
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To celebrate the 15th anniversary of the U.S. President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR), and commemorate World AIDS Day, the Embassy of the United States of America in partnership with Jamaica AIDS Support for Life (JASL), hosted a reception on Tuesday, November 27, 2018. Over 100 guests shared in the evening’s proceedings, which served …
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The United States Marines Corps Detachment at the U.S. Embassy in Kingston celebrated the 243rd Anniversary of the Marine Corps, through the Annual Birthday Ball on Saturday, November 3, 2018. Over 200 guests shared in the formal evening event, held at the Spanish Court Hotel in New Kingston. Speaking as Guest of Honor, the …
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Over 2,000 Jamaican high-school students participated in the U.S. Embassy’s EducationUSA College Fair, held October 22 -23, 2018 at the Jamaica Pegasus Hotel. The Fair gave individuals the unique opportunity to engage with US College representatives from approximately 40 American institutions of higher learning. Speaking at the official opening of the Fair, the Embassy’s …
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U.S. Embassy’s Defense Attaché Lieutenant Colonel, Pablo Alejandro Raggio addressing journalists at press avail on the recently concluded 2018 Countering Violent Extremist Organizations Conference Jamaica’s Chief of Defense Staff Major General Rocky Meade addressing journalists at press avail on the recently concluded 2018 Countering Violent Extremist Organizations Conference U.S. Embassy Kingston, hosted journalists at a …
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Our culinary diplomacy selfie competition continues and we want to see your best sweet potato pie! Anyone acquainted with American Southern/Soul food clearly understands that sweet potato pie plays a vital role in the heart of its kitchen. It is often served during the American holiday season, especially at Thanksgiving, and Christmas. Sweet potato is also …
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Continuing its support of the performing Arts in Jamaica, the Embassy of the United States of America has partnered with the Edna Manley College and Plié for the Arts, to host Misty Copeland; the first African-American Female Principal Dancer with the prestigious American Ballet Theatre. Ms. Copeland will be among a 25-member dance delegation, to …
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In celebration of Overseas Citizens Voters Week, the U.S. Embassy will host a voter information and registration open house on June 27th from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. If you are a U.S. citizen living in Jamaica and are over the age of 18 (by November 6th this year), please join us for this event! …
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Some of the top editors and media practitioners from the Caribbean and the United States are in Kingston, Jamaica for the largest training program on investigative journalism in the region. The five-day workshop is being hosted by the Media Institute of the Caribbean (MIC), a Kingston-based organisation dedicated to the development of professional journalists in …
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U.S. Embassy Kingston celebrated Women’s’ History Month 2018 through two unique activities which served to promote women and girls’ empowerment! Under the International Women’s Day 2018 campaign theme #PressforProgress, the Embassy hosted an exciting Grant Competition and screened the world renowned documentary, Girl Rising . Acting Deputy Chief of Mission, Maura Barry-Boyle played a major role in …
Read More» Effective April 2, 2018, the passport execution fee will increase from $25 to $35. 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 passport lost or stolen. Accordingly, the total passport fee …
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On March 21, U.S. Embassy Kingston launched its Instagram Account under the name USEmbassyJA. The event, held at the Embassy’s Old Hope Road office was attended by members of its Social Media Advisory Board. Counselor for Public Affairs, Jeremiah Knight led the morning’s proceedings, sharing details on exciting topics through which the Embassy will engage …
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Kingston, Tuesday January 16th – U.S. Embassy’s Chargé d’ Affaires Eric Khant hosted an interfaith dialogue for approximately 10 prominent Jamaican religious leaders at the Chief of Mission’s Residence. During the dialogue the topic of religious pluralism, tolerance and religion’s role in addressing social issues were discussed. The participants included: Rev. Gary Harriott, General Secretary Jamaica …
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The U.S. Embassy in Kingston is excited to announce 2018 Martin Luther King Jr. photo contest. We invite Jamaican nationals only to submit a photo inspired by Dr. King’s famous 1956 speech – “Facing the Challenge of a new Age.” In the photo, contestants should highlight our interdependence as a people and demonstrate how communities are …
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The first staging of the Caribbean Senior Enlisted Leaders Forum was launched on Tuesday, July 25, 2017, in Kingston, Jamaica. The two-day forum is jointly hosted by the Jamaica Defense Force and the United States Southern Command (US SOUTHCOM). Speaking at the opening ceremony, Sergeant Major Thomas Eggerling, US Marine Corps, (SOUTHCOM), commended the organizers …
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On June 19, 2017, the Office of the Contractor General (OCG) hosted the official handover ceremony of fifty computers and related equipment, donated by the International Narcotics and Law Enforcement (INL) Section, of the United States Embassy, Kingston. Valued at approximately US$80,000, the items include computer desks and chairs, fireproof cabinets, scanners, projectors and printers. …
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American broadcast journalist and former CNN anchor, James “Jim” Clancy, participated in a two-day media tour in Kingston, March 20-21, 2017. This media engagement followed a National Integrity Action (NIA) led, Regional Investigative Journalism and Financial Reporting Workshop in St. Ann, March 17-19, 2017, where Clancy was one of the principal presenters. As a veteran …
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The State Department’s annual Country Reports on Human Rights Practices document the human rights situation in 199 countries and territories around the world. As mandated by Congress, the U.S. government uses the Human Rights Reports as part of our foreign policy formulation, including our decision making on foreign assistance. The Human Rights Reports are also …
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The Military Deputy Commander of the United States Southern Command, LTG DiSalvo conveys his personal congratulations to Major General Rocky Meade on his appointment as the new Chief of Defence Staff of the Jamaica Defence Force (JDF). LTG DiSalvo was the senior United States military representative at the JDF Change of Command Ceremony on the …
Read More» The State Department, in consultation with the U.S. Embassy Kingston, has resumed the authorization process for firearm export licenses, considering each case on its merits. Exports bound for Jamaican security forces have not been delayed at any point. The U.S. Embassy is working with the Ministry of National Security and the Firearm Licensing Authority to …
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Falling in line with tradition, three former presidents plan to attend Donald Trump’s January 20 inauguration as U.S president. For former President Bill and Hillary Clinton, the decision will put Hillary Clinton on the inaugural platform as her rival from the 2016 campaign assumes the office she sought. The Clintons announced their decision to attend …
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The U.S. Embassy, Kingston in partnership with the Department of Government at the UWI, Mona recently hosted the final in a series of Anti-Corruption Roundtable under the theme: ‘Corruption: Enemy to Economic Growth and Development’. The three-day event was held in Montego Bay, Mandeville and Kingston with a focus on Corruption and Youth; Political Corruption …
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The U.S. Embassy Kingston, through the Regional Security Office and the Office of Anti-Terrorism Assistance, held an official handover ceremony of a mobile trailer containing Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear (CBRN) emergency response equipment to the Jamaica Fire Brigade. The handover which was held on the Embassy compound marks the culmination of a four-week Chemical, …
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Ambassador Luis G. Moreno hosted guests at the themed, Election Night Watch party 2016 to celebrate U.S. democracy on the rooftop of Digicel Headquarters in downtown Kingston. The over 150 attendees included members of the diplomatic corps, Government ministers and opposition, the business community and the media. Ambassador Moreno told the guests that this was indeed …
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U.S. Embassy, Kingston culminates its annual Education USA College fair today (November 3) at the Spanish Court Hotel, in New Kingston. In partnership with the American International School in Kingston and Hillel Academy, 33 U.S. Universities and college representatives are on hand to advise students from across the island on studying in the United States. The …
Read More» In the early morning hours of November 6th, members of JCF”s Jamaica Fugitive Apprehension Team (JFAT) and the Major Organized Crime Anti-Corruption Agency (MOCA) apprehended Lavrick Willocks in Kingston. Mr. Willocks is the key figure in the 14-person federal indictment in North Dakota targeting lottery scammers. The United States has requested the extradition of Mr. …
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Jamaican high school students interested in studying in the United States will have an opportunity to explore their options at the U.S. Embassy’s annual College Fair this year. The Embassy of the United States of America in partnership with the American International School in Kingston and Hillel Academy will jointly host College Fair 2016 at the …
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The U.S. Embassy through the office of the Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) yesterday handed over 3,500 non-lethal kits to the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) under the Less than Lethal Force Project. The project will provide equipment and training to 7,000 front-line JCF officers in order to reduce incidents of citizen …
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The U.S. Trade and Development Agency awarded a grant to Jamaica’s National Water Commission (NWC) , a utility responsible for providing water and wastewater services. The grant will provide technical assistance to examine energy efficiency and renewable energy opportunities at seven NWC facilities. For each of the targeted facilities, the technical assistance will develop detailed …
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U.S. Ambassador to Jamaica Luis G. Moreno hosted a farewell reception in honor of outgoing Consul General Michael Schimmel, who departed this summer after serving three years at Embassy Kingston and over 30 years in the Foreign Service. Over 100 guests attended the reception to bid farewell to the “visa man” based on the close …
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Representatives from several agencies and departments within Jamaica’s Ministry of National Security recently wrapped up a five-day training session on emerging trends in terrorism. Participants included members of staff from the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF), Passport Immigration and Citizenship Agency (PICA) and Jamaica Customs. This five-day, in-country course sponsored and facilitated by the U.S. State …
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U.S. Embassy Kingston to launch new website in August! The new-look website has seven sections representing broad topics that may be of interest to you. Check it out below!
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