Message from the Ambassador Regarding Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Dear Nationals and Friends,

The Embassy continues to monitor the situation regarding the coronavirus (COVID-19) in the United States.

To mitigate risks within our community, we are following the appropriate protocols and continue to make the safety and well-being of our nationals and our staff a priority.

Given the growing health concerns related to COVID-19, and out of an abundance of caution, we have suspended in-person consular services with the exception of First-Time Applications with urgent travel itineraries. If you need to renew your passport, please do so via certified mail.

Given the growing health concerns related to COVID-19, and out of an abundance of caution, we have suspended in-person consular services

These decisions may change based on the day-to-day developments regarding the spread of the virus, so please check our website for up-to-date news and adjustments to our schedule.

I encourage you to exercise common sense and take all necessary precautions for your personal health and safety. We continue to rely on information from the Center of Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and urge you to familiarize yourself with the guidelines and latest updates issued by the CDC and your state/local health department.

D.C. residents, for more information on the District Government’s response to coronavirus, visit coronavirus.dc.gov.

Sincerely,
Ambassador Smith