The U.S. Embassy in Kolonia is now accepting limited number of American Citizen Services (ACS) and Non-immigrant Visa (NIV) appointments Thursdays from 2:00pm – 4:00pm. For ACS services, please schedule your appointment online by clicking link below. https://evisaforms.state.gov/acs/default.asp?postcode=KOL&appcode=1 For NIV services, please complete your DS-160 and schedule your appointment online at travel.state.gov . Interview Requirements: If you …
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By U.S. Embassy Kolonia | 24 March, 2021 | Topics: Consul General, Consular Affairs, Non Immigrant Visas, U.S. Citizen Services
Health Alert: Updated Travel Requirements for Travel to the United States – January 18, 2021 Last Updated: 1/29/2021 Effective January 26, 2021, all air passengers, including U.S. citizens, traveling to the United States from a foreign country must present either proof of a negative COVID-19 test taken within three days of departure, or documentation of …
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By U.S. Embassy Kolonia | 15 January, 2021 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. Citizen Services
Message to U.S. Citizens: Register to Vote! Register to vote and request your absentee ballot at FVAP.gov now for this year’s elections: The following states have elections in the next 90 days: P- Presidential Primary; S- State Primary; D- District Primary; T- Territory Primary ** Denotes a recent change in date Note: This information is current as of September …
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By U.S. Embassy Kolonia | 18 September, 2020 | Topics: Alert, U.S. Citizen Services
Earthquake Alert: U.S. Embassy Kolonia, Federated States of Micronesia – FSM (07/07/2020) Location: Pohnpei, Chuuk, Yap, and Kosrae States Event: A magnitude 6.6 earthquake struck July 7 near Fais in Yap State at approximately 05:00 am. No tsunami warning has been issued but the region has experienced increased seismic activity in recent days. At this time, …
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By U.S. Embassy Kolonia | 8 July, 2020 | Topics: Alert, U.S. Citizen Services
Routine Message: U.S. Embassy Kolonia, Federated States of Micronesia – FSM (07/06/2020) Location: Pohnpei, Chuuk, Yap, and Kosrae States Event: This year, we at the U.S. Embassy are saddened we could not invite U.S. citizens to a large gathering to commemorate our Independence Day, but because of limitations on large gatherings, we planned a series …
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By U.S. Embassy Kolonia | 7 July, 2020 | Topics: Alert, U.S. Citizen Services
Travel Advisory: U.S. Embassy Kolonia, Federated States of Micronesia – FSM (07/02/2020) Location: Pohnpei, Chuuk, Yap, and Kosrae States Event: A United Airlines representative announced the August flight schedule for United’s service to the FSM. The short island-hopper (GUM-PNI-TKK-GUM) is scheduled to operate August 1, 2; and August 8, 9. The long island-hopper (GUM-PNI-TKK-KSA-KWA-MAJ-HNL) is …
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By U.S. Embassy Kolonia | 2 July, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Consular Affairs, U.S. Citizen Services
Location: Pohnpei, Chuuk, Yap and Kosrae Event: U.S. passport printing facilities remain closed until further notice. To all American citizens seeking to apply for new or renewal passports, U.S. Embassy Kolonia can only process emergency passports which only have a one year validity. To make an appointment for an emergency passport please contact: KoloniaACS@state.gov . United …
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By U.S. Embassy Kolonia | 12 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, U.S. Citizen Services
Location: Pohnpei, Chuuk, Yap and Kosrae States Event: United Airlines announced flights for June, July, and August 2020. Because this is a rapidly changing situation, before booking flights, please double check with United Airline’s website for the most up-to-date information. The final determination for allowing inbound and outbound passengers lies with the State and National …
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By U.S. Embassy Kolonia | 12 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, U.S. Citizen Services
Location: Pohnpei, Chuuk, Yap and Kosrae States Event: This message relays updated United Airlines flight information. Please follow this link on the U.S. Embassy’s website to view a United Airlines press release that includes updated flight schedules to the FSM for May and June. Guam (GUM) – Yap (YAP)* Airport (from/to) Flight No. Operation dates Aircraft Guam Yap UA 185 May …
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By U.S. Embassy Kolonia | 14 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, U.S. Citizen Services
Message for U.S. Citizens – U.S. Embassy Kolonia, Federated States of Micronesia – FSM (05/08/2020) Location: Pohnpei, Chuuk, Yap and Kosrae States Event: Register to vote and request your absentee ballot at FVAP.gov now for the states below. You can also find the 2020 Primary Elections calendar attached. The following states have elections in the next …
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By U.S. Embassy Kolonia | 12 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, U.S. Citizen Services
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Kolonia, Federated States of Micronesia – FSM (04/17/2020) Location: Yap State Event: Yap State Governor Henry Falan announced April 16 a “Restrictions of Movement of People” decree that would apply to all Yap State residents between the hours of 7:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m, Monday through Friday. The curfew …
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By U.S. Embassy Kolonia | 18 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Consular Affairs, U.S. Citizen Services
Issued: 4/15/20202 Location: Pohnpei, Chuuk, Yap and Kosrae States Event: United Airlines next service to Yap State is scheduled for May 10. United Airlines flight #185 is scheduled to depart Guam and arrive in Yap May 10. The same aircraft will turn around and depart Yap on flight #186 and arrive in Guam in the …
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By U.S. Embassy Kolonia | 16 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, U.S. Citizen Services
Issued: 4/14/2020 Location: Pohnpei, Chuuk, Yap and Kosrae States Event: United Airlines flight #154 departed Pohnpei April 14 bound for Guam. United Airlines is not scheduled to service the FSM until May 6. The westbound Long Island Hopper, flight #154 is scheduled to depart Honolulu May 6 with stops in Majuro, Kwajalein, Kosrae, Pohnpei, Chuuk …
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By U.S. Embassy Kolonia | 15 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Consular Affairs, U.S. Citizen Services
Issued: 04/11/2020 Location: Chuuk, Pohnpei, Yap and Kosrae States Event: The Internal Revenue Service urges taxpayers to beware of telephone calls and email phishing attempts relating to COVID-19. These can lead to tax-related fraud and identity theft. Taxpayers should also look out for suspicious websites, text messages, and social media messages that request money or …
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By U.S. Embassy Kolonia | 13 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Consular Affairs, U.S. Citizen Services
Issued: 04/09/2020 Location: Pohnpei, Chuuk, Yap and Kosrae States Event: The Embassy requests all American citizens enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP). The Embassy can better assist you in an emergency if you enter information in STEP about your trip or residence abroad. You can also subscribe to receive updates with travel and …
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By U.S. Embassy Kolonia | 9 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Consular Affairs, U.S. Citizen Services
Issued: 04/08/2020 Location: Pohnpei, Chuuk and Kosrae Event: The April 13, 2020, United Airlines flight #155 to Honolulu is fully booked now. Passengers may still purchase a ticket on stand-by. Seats remain available on the April 14, 2020, United Airlines flight #154 to Guam. American citizens wishing to depart the FSM should make every effort …
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By U.S. Embassy Kolonia | 9 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Consular Affairs, U.S. Citizen Services
Greetings, Kaselehlie, Ran annim, Mogethin and Len wo, As the U.S. Embassy continues to support the Government of the Federated States of Micronesia and its efforts to prepare for the COVID-19 pandemic, I want to reassure the people of the FSM and American citizens residing in the FSM that my team and I understand how …
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By U.S. Embassy Kolonia | 4 April, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Consular Affairs, U.S. Citizen Services
Location: Kosrae, Yap, Chuuk and Pohnpei States Event: This message reminds U.S. citizens of the Department of State’s March 19, 2020 Global Level 4 Health Advisory advising U.S. citizens to avoid all international travel due to the global impact of COVID-19. U.S. citizens who live in the United States should arrange for immediate return to the United States, unless they …
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By U.S. Embassy Kolonia | 3 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Consular Affairs, U.S. Citizen Services
Location: Pohnpei, Chuuk, Yap and Kosrae States Event: As the United States and the world deal with the ongoing pandemic, the FBI’s national security and criminal investigative work continues. There are threats you should be aware of so you can take steps to protect yourself: Children who are home from school and spending more time …
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By U.S. Embassy Kolonia | 2 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Consular Affairs, U.S. Citizen Services
Issued: March 31, 2020 Location: Pohnpei, Chuuk, Yap and Kosrae States Event: Travelers on United Airlines in the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) should be prepared for unexpected flight cancellations and limited flight availability. United Airlines ’ Guam based representative announced March 31 that effective immediately United will suspend service to/from Guam from now until mid-April except …
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By U.S. Embassy Kolonia | 1 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Consular Affairs, U.S. Citizen Services
Issued: March, 27, 2020 Location: Kosrae, Yap, Chuuk and Pohnpei States Event: The March 19, 2020 Global Level 4 Health Advisory issued by the Department of State advises U.S. citizens to avoid all international travel due to the global impact of COVID-19. U.S. citizens who live in the United States should arrange for immediate return …
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By U.S. Embassy Kolonia | 27 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Consular Affairs, Press Releases, U.S. Citizen Services
Center for Disease Control and Prevention update on Coronavirus. Read More: https://bit.ly/3bbysl8
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By U.S. Embassy Kolonia | 6 February, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Overseas Security Advisory Council, Travel & Tourism, U.S. Citizen Services
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Kolonia, Federated States of Micronesia (FSM), January31, 2020 Event: There is an ongoing outbreak of pneumonia first identified in Wuhan, China, caused by a novel (new) coronavirus. State local government actions: The FSM Department of Health and Social Affairs (DHSA) is currently enhancing surveillance at ports of entry. The FSM DHSA …
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By U.S. Embassy Kolonia | 3 February, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Consular Affairs, Health Issues, Messages for U.S. Citizens, Overseas Security Advisory Council, Security & Emergency Messages, Travel & Tourism, U.S. Citizen Services
