Beginning June 20, 2021, U.S. Embassy Kingston, Jamaica is accepting online fee payments for adult U.S. passport renewal applications. Paying online allows you to mail your application to the U.S. Embassy without the need to make an appointment and apply in person. No more travel to the Embassy to renew a passport! Please see below to determine if you are eligible to …
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By U.S. Embassy Kingston | 17 June, 2021 | Topics: Consular Affairs, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News, U.S. Citizen Services, U.S. Passports
Location: Jamaica and the Cayman Islands Event: Tropical Depression Grace is currently east of Jamaica. As the storm moves westward through the Caribbean Sea it is expected to gain strength and Jamaica and the Cayman Islands are likely to be impacted by the storm beginning Tuesday, August 17th. The storm direction, intensity, and impact are …
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By U.S. Embassy Kingston | 16 August, 2021 | Topics: Alert, U.S. Citizen Services
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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By U.S. Embassy Kingston | 23 June, 2021 | Topics: Consular Affairs, Embassy, Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. Citizen Services
Health Alert: U.S. Embassy Kingston, Jamaica (June 8, 2021) Location: Jamaica Event: COVID-19 Updates – Updated Quarantine Requirements for U.S. Citizens in Jamaica The Government of Jamaica recently changed COVID-19 quarantine requirements upon arrival for fully vaccinated travelers. The updated information is detailed below. Quarantine Requirements in Jamaica: All travelers are required to quarantine upon arrival to Jamaica. …
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By U.S. Embassy Kingston | 8 June, 2021 | Topics: Alert, U.S. Citizen Services
Health Alert: U.S. Embassy Kingston, Jamaica (January 22, 2021) Location: Jamaica Event: The following health information has been updated on the Embassy Kingston COVID-19 website: Effective January 26, all airline passengers to the United States ages two years and older must provide a negative COVID-19 viral test taken within three calendar days of travel. …
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By U.S. Embassy Kingston | 22 January, 2021 | Topics: Alert, U.S. Citizen Services
Due to changes in COVID-19 caseloads in Jamaica, the Consular Section at the U.S. Embassy in Kingston will reduce consular services effective September 8. Emergency American Citizen Services and limited visa services will continue. U.S. Embassy Kingston has no higher priority than the safety and security of U.S. citizens who visit or reside in Jamaica. …
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By U.S. Embassy Kingston | 20 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, U.S. Citizen Services, Visas
Are you a U.S. citizen currently residing aboard or serving overseas in the military? If so, you may be eligible to vote via absentee ballot. Depending on the state in which you are eligible to vote, you may even be able to get your ballot by email, fax, or internet download. Go to www.FVAP.gov to find …
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By U.S. Embassy Kingston | 1 February, 2018 | Topics: Consular Affairs, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: Voting
Press Statement by Heather Nauert Department of State September 20, 2017 A Message of Solidarity for Dominica and the Caribbean The United States stands in solidarity with the people of Dominica and all those across the Caribbean region affected by the devastating impact of Hurricane Maria. The United States stands ready to work with you …
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By U.S. Embassy Kingston | 21 September, 2017 | Topics: Environment, News, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: Dominica, Hurricane Maria
In order to vote in the November 2016 elections, all overseas U.S. citizens need to have completed a Federal Post Card Application (FPCA) in 2016. Whether you are a first-time voter or have already received ballots and voted absentee in past elections, you must complete an FPCA each year to participate in elections as an overseas absentee voter. You can …
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By U.S. Embassy Kingston | 14 October, 2016 | Topics: Consular Affairs, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News, Travel & Tourism, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: Absentee, Overseas, U.S. Elections, Voting