Event: Tropical Storm Eta’s development and progress as of November 7, 2020 at 10:00 am The National Hurricane Center ( https://www.nhc.noaa.gov ) has issued a Tropical Storm Warning for the northwestern Bahamas, including the Abacos, Andros Island, Berry Islands, Bimini, Eleuthera, Grand Bahama Island and New Providence Island (Nassau) for Sunday, November 8. U.S. citizens residing …
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Guidance for U.S. Citizens on Overseas Voting for the 2020 General Election. Register to vote and submit a ballot from anywhere in the world, including The Bahamas!
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Turks and Caicos Islands COVID-19 Information Last updated: January 15, 2021 Country-Specific Information: The Turks and Caicos government has confirmed multiple cases of COVID-19. Due to the global COVID-19 pandemic, restrictions and regulations can change without notice; before traveling, please carefully and regularly review the guidance directly from the TCI government at the TCI Tourism TCI Assured page , as well as …
Read More» [Last Updated October 2, 2020] The Embassy of the United States in Nassau has begun offering limited appointments for student visa interviews. Interested applicants may begin the application process immediately at https://ais.usvisa-info.com/en-bs/niv . Please read the following instructions carefully. Instructions for Fall 2020 Student Visa Applicants Before your interview, you must fully complete your non-immigrant visa application (form DS-160) including information …
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[Last Updated on July 25, 2020] This information is updated regularly at our consolidated COVID-19 information page. ———- Event: The U.S. Embassy in Nassau is providing regular updates to U.S. citizens on travel procedures and health protocols for traveling to and within The Bahamas. Key updates from the Ministry of Health’s press conference and Prime Minister’s statement of …
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Private Charter Flights to the United States are available through several charter companies.
Read More» [Last Updated on July 23, 2020] The U.S. Embassy in Nassau wishes to inform U.S. citizens of the latest travel procedures and health protocols for traveling to and within The Bahamas. The Bahamian government strictly enforces these protocols, so please read the entire message carefully before you make any travel plans. Key updates from the …
Read More» [Last Updated on July 21, 2020] Event: The Bahamas announces (1) the ban of international commercial flights from the United States with passengers effective midnight July 22, 2020 and (2) the closure of Grand Bahamas’ international and domestic borders effective July 22, 2020 On July 19, the Prime Minister of The Bahamas announced a series of measures to mitigate the …
Read More» Event: Update on re-opening of The Bahamas’ international borders June 15 – 30, 2020 travel to The Bahamas – “Soft Opening” of International Borders For Boaters, Yachters and Private Aviation only (Phase 1) For the travel requirements and guidelines related to The Bahamas’ “soft opening” of its international borders from June 15 to June 30 …
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Location: Turks and Caicos Islands Event: Flight Availability Update In accordance with the Turks and Caicos Islands’ Emergency Powers regulations for COVID-19, all airports and seaports remain closed to incoming regional and international flights with visitors (both commercial and private) and seafaring vessels with visitors until July 22, 2020. Presently, the following are excepted and permitted to enter TCI …
Read More» Location: Turks and Caicos Islands Event: Charter Flight Availability Update In accordance with the Turks and Caicos Islands’ Emergency Powers regulations for COVID-19, all airports and seaports remain closed to incoming regional and international flights (both commercial and private) and seafaring vessels until July 22, 2020, with limited exceptions. Presently, the following are excepted and permitted to enter TCI …
Read More» Location: The Bahamas Event: Phased re-opening of The Bahamas’ international borders to visitors. The Bahamas announces Phase 1 Opening for Boaters, Yachters and Private Aviation – June 15 – 30, 2020 The Bahamas’ Ministry of Tourism announced a “soft opening” of its international borders starting June 15, with the following requirements. The Phase 1 plans and requirements may be subject to change depending on evolving circumstances. Those entering under Phase 1 should be aware that …
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Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Nassau, The Bahamas – June 5, 2020 Location: The Bahamas Event: June 5, 2020 Update Emergency Powers Orders Updates as of 1700 EDT June 5 The Bahamas is in Phase 3 of its reopening plan. The loosening of restrictions is not being uniformly implemented across every island. Following are some key updates. You are encouraged to …
Read More» All airports and seaports will remain closed to incoming regional and international flights (both commercial and private) and seafaring vessels until July 22, 2020. Location: Turks and Caicos Islands Event: June 2, 2020 Update On May 30, the Turks and Caicos Islands (TCI) updated its Emergency Powers for COVID-19 to state that all airports and seaports will remain closed to regional and …
Read More» Location: The Bahamas Event: May 29, 2020 Update Emergency Powers Orders Updates Announced on May 29, 2020 On May 28, the Prime Minister announced The Bahamas is entering Phase 3 of its reopening plan. The loosening of restrictions is not being universally implemented on every island. Following are some of the key updates. You are encouraged to read the full …
Read More» Location: Turks and Caicos Islands Event: May 25, 2020 Update Update: Travel Advisory – Return of Turks and Caicos Islanders and Residents On May 22, the Turks and Caicos Islands (TCI) Ministry of Health announced that the following are permitted to enter TCI by international air travel: (1) Turks and Caicos Islanders; (2) permanent residents who ordinarily reside in TCI for …
Read More» Location: The Bahamas Event: May 18, 2020 Update Emergency Powers Orders Updates Announced on May 17, 2020 On May 17, the Prime Minister announced modifications to the Emergency Powers Orders. Please read the full text at https://opm.gov.bs/national-address-17-may-2020 . Boaters on pleasure craft anchored offshore in Bahamian waters (who have effectively been social distancing for 14 days or longer) are now permitted to go ashore to conduct routine business, while …
Read More» Location: Turks and Caicos Islands Event: May 9, 2020 On April 30, the Premier of the Turks and Caicos Islands announced that the closure of the country’s borders to inbound visitors has been extended “until (at least) 1st June.” The Premier further announced phased reopening plans for TCI, which are available here: https://www.gov.tc/moh/coronavirus/news/147-premier-s-national-covid-19-address-30-april-2020 . If you are a U.S. citizen in …
Read More» Emergency Powers Orders – Travel Restrictions, Curfew and Lockdown Information On April 27, the Prime Minister announced the extension of the Emergency Powers Orders until May 30. The Prime Minister’s full remarks are available here . All airports and seaports of The Bahamas will remain closed to incoming international flights carrying visitors until at least May 30 (including private airports). Under …
Read More» Location: Turks and Caicos Islands Event: May 1, 2020 Update On April 30, the Premier of the Turks and Caicos Islands announced that the closure of the country’s borders to inbound visitors has been extended “until (at least) 1st June.” The Premier further announced phased reopening plans for TCI, which are available here: https://www.gov.tc/moh/coronavirus/news/147-premier-s-national-covid-19-address-30-april-2020 . If you are a U.S. citizen in …
Read More» Location: The Bahamas Event: April 29, 2020 Update Emergency Powers Orders Extended until May 30, 2020 On April 27, the Prime Minister announced the extension of the Emergency Powers Orders until May 30. The Prime Minister’s full remarks are available here . All airports and seaports of The Bahamas will remain closed to incoming international flights carrying visitors until at least May 30 (including …
Read More» Location: The Bahamas Event: April 27, 2020 Update Emergency Powers Orders Extended until May 30, 2020 On April 27, the Prime Minister announced the extension of the Emergency Powers Orders until May 30. The Prime Minister’s full remarks are available here . All airports and seaports of The Bahamas will remain closed to incoming international flights carrying visitors until May 30 (including …
Read More» Location: The Bahamas Event: Commercial Flight Update; Shared Charter Flight from Exuma on April 27 Nationwide Curfew and Lockdown Following the most recent full lockdown period which ended at 5:00 a.m. …
Read More» Location: Turks and Caicos Islands Event: April 23, 2020 Update: The U.S. Embassy in Nassau is providing information on planned shared charter flights from Providenciales to Fort Lauderdale, New York, and Toronto. The Turks and Caicos Islands (TCI) has confirmed cases of COVID-19. All U.S. citizens in the country must follow the Government of TCI’s curfew and lockdown orders currently in place. Flights Departing the Turks and …
Read More» Location: The Bahamas Event: April 22, 2020 Update Nationwide Curfew and Lockdown Update Following the most recent full lockdown period which ended at 5:00 a.m. April 20, The Bahamas is currently under the regular 24-hour curfew regulations. On April 19, the Prime Minister announced some adjustments to these curfew regulations. The Prime Minister’s full remarks are available here: https://bit.ly/3ah9ajH . The next full lockdown for The Bahamas will take …
Read More» Location: Turks and Caicos Islands Event: April 22 Update: The U.S. Embassy in Nassau will be sending regular updates to U.S. citizens in the Turks and Caicos Islands with updated information on COVID-19. The Turks and Caicos Islands (TCI) has confirmed cases of COVID-19. All U.S. citizens in the country must follow the Government of TCI’s curfew and lockdown orders …
Read More» Location: Turks and Caicos Islands Event: April 20 Update: The U.S. Embassy in Nassau will be sending regular updates to U.S. citizens in the Turks and Caicos Islands with updated information on COVID-19. The Turks and Caicos Islands (TCI) has confirmed cases of COVID-19. All U.S. citizens in the country must follow the Government of TCI’s curfew and lockdown orders …
Read More» Location: The Bahamas Event: April 20, 2020 Update Nationwide Curfew and Lockdown Update Following the most recent full lockdown period which ended at 5:00 a.m. April 20. The Bahamas is now back under the regular 24-hour curfew regulations. On April 19, the Prime Minister announced some adjustments to these curfew regulations. The Prime Minister’s full remarks are available …
Read More» Location: The Bahamas Event: April 17, 2020 Nationwide Lockdowns Scheduled for the Rest of April On April 6, the Prime Minister of The Bahamas announced full lockdown orders for all of The Bahamas as follows: 9:00 p.m. Friday, April 17 through 5:00 a.m. on Monday, April 20. 9:00 p.m. Friday, April 24 through 5:00 a.m. on Monday, April 27. …
Read More» Location: The Bahamas Event: April 15, 2020 1600 EDT Update Nationwide Lockdowns Scheduled for the Rest of April On April 6, the Prime Minister of The Bahamas announced full lockdown orders for all of The Bahamas as follows: 9:00 p.m. Friday, April 17 through 5:00 a.m. on Monday, April 20. 9:00 p.m. Friday, April 24 through 5:00 a.m. on …
Read More» Location: The Bahamas Event: April 15, 2020 Update Nationwide Lockdowns Scheduled for the Rest of April On April 6, the Prime Minister of The Bahamas announced full lockdown orders for all of The Bahamas as follows: 9:00 p.m. Friday, April 17 through 5:00 a.m. on Monday, April 20. 9:00 p.m. Friday, April 24 through 5:00 a.m. on Monday, April 27. …
Read More» Location: The Bahamas Event: April 13, 2020 Update Full nationwide lockdown orders for The Bahamas are in place as follows: 9:00 p.m. Friday, April 17 through 5:00 a.m. Monday, April 20 9:00 p.m. Friday, April 24 through 5:00 a.m. Monday, April 27 During these lockdown periods, virtually all businesses and service providers will be closed. Hospitals, hotels with guests, …
Read More» Location: Turks and Caicos Islands Event: April 13 Update: The U.S. Embassy in Nassau will be sending regular updates to U.S. citizens in the Turks and Caicos Islands with updated information on COVID-19. The Turks and Caicos Islands (TCI) has confirmed cases of COVID-19. All U.S. citizens in the country must follow the Government of TCI’s curfew and …
Read More» Location: Turks and Caicos Islands Event: April 6 Update: Private Charter Flights to the United States Private Charter Flights to the United States as of 1500 EDT on April 6 For U.S. citizens seeking to return to the United States from the Turks and Caicos, some private charter companies have confirmed their ability to provide flights to the United …
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Nassau, The Bahamas – April 6, 2020 Location: The Bahamas Event: April 6 Update: Bahamas Nationwide Lock downs announced for April; Commercial and Charter Flight Availability to the United States On April 6, the Prime Minister of The Bahamas announced full lock down orders for all of The Bahamas as follows: From 9:00 p.m. Wednesday, April …
Read More» Location: The Bahamas Event: April 4 Update: Bahamas Nationwide Lockdown through April 6, 5:00 a.m.; Commercial Flight Availability to the United States On April 3, the Prime Minister of The Bahamas announced a full lockdown order for all of The Bahamas effective 8:00 p.m. on Friday, April 3 through 5:00 a.m. on Monday, April 6. Virtually all businesses and …
Read More» Location: Turks and Caicos Islands Event: April 3 Update: Private Charter Flights to the United States Private Charter Flights to the United States as of 1900 EDT on April 3 For U.S. citizens seeking to return to the United States from the Turks and Caicos, some private charter companies have confirmed their ability to provide flights …
Read More» Location: The Bahamas Event: April 3 Update: Bahamas Full Shut-down through April 6, 5:00 a.m.; Commercial Flight Availability to the United States On April 3 at 5:00 p.m., the Prime Minister of The Bahamas announced a full shut-down order for all of The Bahamas effective 8:00 p.m. on Friday, April 3 through 5:00 a.m. on Monday, April 6. …
Read More» Location: The Bahamas Event: April 2 Update: Commercial and Charter Flights to the United States Commercial Airline Flights to the United States American Airlines canceled all flights to the United States through April 6. Delta Airlines canceled all flights to the United States through May 1. Silver Airways has canceled all flights through April 8. Southwest Airlines canceled all flights …
Read More» Location: The Bahamas Event: April 1 Update: Commercial and Charter Flights to the United States Commercial Airline Flights to the United States American Airlines cancelled all flights to the United States through April 6. Delta Airlines cancelled all flights to the United States through May 1. Southwest Airlines cancelled all flights to the United States through June 5. United Airlines cancelled …
Read More» Location: The Bahamas Event: Update: Commercial and Charter Flights to the United States April 1st Commercial Flight Availability to the United States As of 1600 EDT March 31, the only known commercial flights to the United States from The Bahamas on April 1 are: · Freeport to Fort Lauderdale at 2:20 p.m. – Silver Airways · Nassau to Newark at 2:40 p.m. – …
Read More» Location: The Bahamas Event: March 30 Update: Commercial and Charter Flights to the United States March 31st Commercial Flight Availability to the United States As of 1700 EDT March 30, the only known commercial flights to the United States from The Bahamas on March 31 are: George Town, Exuma (GGT) to Fort Lauderdale at 2:30 p.m. – …
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Nassau, The Bahamas – March 29, 2020 Location: The Bahamas Event: March 30 Limited Flights to the U.S.; Cancellations by Major Airlines Commercial Flights to the United States For U.S. citizens seeking to return to the United States, flights continue to diminish. Please note these important updates: Delta Airlines has cancelled all flights to the United States …
Read More» Location: The Bahamas Event: Cancellation of Upcoming Commercial Flights to the U.S.; March 29 – Limited Flight Availability Commercial Flights to the United States For U.S. citizens seeking to return to the United States, please note these important updates: Delta Airlines has cancelled all flights to the United States from March 30 until May 2. United Airlines has cancelled all …
Read More» Location: The Bahamas Event: March 29 – Limited Flight Availability to the United States Commercial Flights to the United States For U.S. citizens seeking to return to the United States tomorrow, Sunday, March 29, following are the limited commercial flight options: Bimini to Fort Lauderdale at 2:15 p.m. – Silver Airways Freeport to Fort Lauderdale …
Read More» Location: Turks and Caicos Islands On March 27, the Ministry of Health announced that there are two (2) confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the Turks and Caicos Islands, as well as ten (10) suspected cases. On March 20, the Ministry of Health announced travel restrictions which took effect on March 24. Under these restrictions, all airports …
Read More» Location: The Bahamas Event: March 28: Only One Commercial Flight Today to the United States from Nassau U.S. citizens wishing to return from Nassau to the United States today, the ONLY option is Delta flight 378 to Atlanta at 3:29 p.m. The availability of flights to the United States has diminished considerably and has the potential to cease …
Read More» On March 27, the Bahamian government expanded its border closure to include all incoming individuals, not just foreign visitors. No person, whether Bahamian citizen, legal permanent resident, or foreign visitor will be permitted entry into The Bahamas. Bahamian aviation authorities also issued a Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) clarifying that this prohibition extended until May 1 …
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Nassau, The Bahamas – March 27, 2020 Location: The Bahamas Event: Charter and Commercial Flights: Family Islands and Nassau to the United States Please also note the following limited commercial flights today to the United States, which may not be exhaustive and is subject to change at any time: Commercial Flights Available to the United …
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Nassau, The Bahamas – March 25, 2020 Location: The Bahamas Event: UPDATED Flights to Nassau from the Family Islands For U.S. citizens on the Family Islands seeking flights to Nassau in order to travel onward to the United States, please note the following latest flight information. The few remaining commercial flights from Nassau to the United …
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Nassau, The Bahamas – March 24, 2020 Location: The Bahamas Event: Flight Availability to the United States from Nassau on March 25, 2020 The following is a list of the few still available commercial flights out of The Bahamas to the United States on Wednesday, March 25. The few remaining commercial flights from Nassau to the United States …
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Nassau, The Bahamas – March 24, 2020 Location: The Bahamas Event: Flights to Nassau from the Family Islands For U.S. citizens on the Family Islands seeking flights to Nassau in order to travel onward to the United States, the Embassy encourages you to continue to check with the airlines that routinely fly to your island. Additionally, …
Read More» Location: The Bahamas Event: Bahamian Government Closes All Airports and Seaports On March 23, 2020, at 7:00pm, the Prime Minister of The Bahamas announced additional measures in response to the global COVID-19 pandemic. These additional measures include closing all airports in The Bahamas to incoming international flights carrying visitors, starting at 9:00am on Tuesday, March 24 (including private airports), until …
Read More» Location: The Bahamas Event: Reduced Availability of Flights to and from The Bahamas U.S. citizens who need to return to the United States should do so immediately. As of March 23, 2020, there are still commercial flights departing The Bahamas, but we cannot predict how long commercial flights back to the United States will remain available. Some airlines have …
Read More» Location: Turks and Caicos Islands There are no confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the Turks and Caicos Islands. The Turks and Caicos government has announced that there are five suspected cases. On March 20, the Ministry of Health announced travel restrictions which will take effect at midnight on March 24. All airports will be closed …
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Nassau, The Bahamas (March 16, 2020) On March 15, the Bahamas’ Ministry of Health announced one confirmed case of COVID-19 in New Providence. On the same date, the Office of the Prime Minister announced that as of Thursday, March 19, all foreign nationals who have traveled in the United Kingdom, Ireland …
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Nassau, The Bahamas (March 15, 2020) On March 15, the Bahamas’ Ministry of Health announced a confirmed case of COVID-19 in New Providence. The Ministry of Health is providing updates on COVID-19 on its website . On March 5, the Government of the Bahamas’ Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a press release regarding updated …
Read More» There are no suspected, reported, or confirmed cases of COVID-19 in The Bahamas at this time. The Ministry of Health is providing updates on COVID-19 on its website . On March 5, the Government of the Bahamas’ Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a press release regarding updated border control and quarantine measures for persons traveling to The Bahamas from …
Read More» Calling all high school students! You are invited to attend the 4th Annual EducationUSA Bahamas Fall College Fair Saturday, October 20th at the Melia Nassau Beach Resort. Representatives from over 40 U.S. colleges and universities will be there. There will also be presentations on the student visa application process.
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U.S. Embassy Nassau is pleased to announce that we have extended the deadline for the Youth Ambassadors with the Caribbean Program – Nassau Cohort! Students and potential adult mentors from New Providence have until Monday, May 21st, 2018 at 7:00 p.m. to apply. The program will take place in the United States August 7 – …
Read More» Official remarks by U.S. Charge d’Affaires James Denver Herren Good Morning. Today I am pleased and honored to mark this official presentation and handover of ballistics protective gear and other equipment to the Royal Bahamas Police Force and the Government of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas. This equipment is being transferred to the RBPF to …
Read More» Emergency Message for U.S. Citizens: Hurricane Maria Message #3 Nassau, Bahamas, September 20, 2017 The following Emergency Message is being …
Read More» Emergency Message for U.S. Citizens: Hurricane Maria Message #2 Nassau, Bahamas, September 19, 2017 The following Emergency Message is being transmitted to alert U.S. citizens to the development of Hurricane Maria. The National Hurricane Center (NHC; www.nhc.noaa.gov ) reports that Hurricane Maria is headed for the Turks and Caicos Islands. Hurricane Maria is now a Category Five hurricane …
Read More» Emergency Message for U.S. Citizens: Hurricane Maria September 18, 2017 The State Department warns U.S. citizens of the approach of Hurricane Maria, currently a Category 3 storm, and recommends U.S. citizens avoid non-essential travel to the Turks and Caicos Islands. The National Hurricane Center (NHC; www.nhc.noaa.gov ) reports that Hurricane Maria is headed for the Turks and …
Read More» The State Department warns U.S. citizens of the approach of Hurricane Maria, currently a Category 5 storm, and recommends U.S. citizens avoid non-essential travel to the Turks and Caicos Islands. The National Hurricane Center (NHC; www.nhc.noaa.gov ) reports that Hurricane Maria is headed for the Turks and Caicos Islands. U.S. citizens residing and traveling in coastal areas …
Read More» The Department of State informs U.S. citizens that it has lifted the Travel Warning for The Bahamas and the Embassy has resumed normal operations following Hurricane Irma. The ordered departure of U.S. Embassy non-emergency employees and family members stationed in Nassau and Freeport has been recinded. The Travel Warning for all of The Bahamas, including …
Read More» The US Embassy in Nassau resumed full operations on Monday, September 11th. A travel warning for The Bahamas is no longer in effect. For any emergencies involving U.S. citizens, please contact the U.S. Citizens Services Unit of the U.S. Embassy’s Consular Section via telephone: 242-322-1181.
Read More» The State Department informs U.S. citizens that the Turks and Caicos Islands Airports Authority (TCIAA) announces the resumption of international commercial flight operations at Providenciales on September 11, 2017, following the passage of Hurricane IRMA. Travelers should contact their respective commercial airline for information on individual itineraries. Please work directly with commercial airline carriers to …
Read More» The US Embassy in Nassau will be resuming full operations starting on Monday, September 11 at 8:00. For any emergencies involving U.S. citizens, please contact the U.S. Citizens Services Unit of the U.S. Embassy’s Consular Section via telephone: 242-322-1181.
Read More» he United States Embassy will be closed on September 8-11 due to hurricane Irma. Please be advised that the Embassy plans to resume normal business operations on Tuesday, September 12 at 8:00 a.m. For any emergencies involving U.S. citizens, please contact the U.S. Citizens Services Unit of the U.S. Embassy’s Consular Section via telephone: 242-322-1181 . General information on …
Read More» The Department of State recommends U.S. citizens avoid all travel to The Bahamas and Turks and Caicos Islands due to Hurricane Irma, a category 5 storm. On September 6, the Department ordered the departure of non-essential U.S. government employees and their family members due to Hurricane Irma. A Hurricane Warning has been issued for Turks and …
Read More» September 6, 2017 This message is to advise U.S. citizens residing and traveling in The Bahamas that Hurricane Irma, currently a Category 5 storm, is projected to significantly impact The Bahamas and Turks and Caicos Islands. On September 6, 2017 the Department of State approved Ordered Departure for certain Embassy staff and their family members from Nassau and Freeport in The Bahamas. …
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Remarks by US Charge d’Affaires Lisa Johnson, Royal Bahamas Police Force Headquarters Protocol having been established. Good Morning. It is a pleasure to be here with you today for the release of the National Household Drug Survey and the Rapid Situational Assessment of Drug Use and Drug Treatment in The Bahamas. These studies were conducted by …
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The United States government and the American people were saddened to hear of the passing of Dr. Bernard J. Nottage. Those who had the privilege of working with him appreciated his willingness to tackle some of the thorniest issues in our countries’ bilateral relationship and his ability to do so with warmth and kindness. During his …
Read More» The U.S. Embassy’s phone lines will be out of service for a planned maintenance outage beginning at 7:00 a.m. on Saturday, June 24, but embassy phone service is expected to be restored by 7:30 p.m. that same day. For after-hours embassy emergency duty calls during that June 24 timeframe, please dial +242 422-6246. For further …
Read More» A demonstration is scheduled to take place on Sunday April 2, 2017 from 4:00 pm until 8:00 pm from the parking lot at Scotia Bank Cable Beach Branch (near the Melia and Breezes hotels) and proceeding to the Prime Minister’s Office (near Goodman’s Bay Park). Election season has started in The Bahamas. Demonstrations and/or protests …
Read More» 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 Caution dated September …
Read More» The following message is to notify U.S. citizens living in The Bahamas that a representative of the U.S. Regional Federal Benefits Office will be in Nassau on Thursday, February 23, 2017. The officer will have a live Guardian Talk Radio segment on “Morning Blend with Dwight Strachan” on Thursday, February 23, from 7:30-8:30 a.m. A …
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The following message is to notify U.S. citizens living in and travelling to the Turks & Caicos Islands that office hours and appointments for routine consular services at the U.S. Consular Agency in Providenciales have been temporarily suspended until further notice. The Embassy hopes to resume services as soon as possible, and apologizes for any …
Read More» A second planned demonstration is scheduled to take place in Nassau on Tuesday, January 10, 2017, during the Bahamas’ Majority Rule Day holiday, commencing at approximately 7:00 a.m. at Windsor Park, proceeding north on East Street, west on Bay Street, and south on Market Street terminating at the Southern Recreation Ground. Even demonstrations intended to …
Read More» As the holiday season approaches, the U.S. Embassy in Nassau reminds U.S. citizens in The Bahamas and Turks and Caicos that this period has historically served as a catalyst for an increase in crime and violence. This notice is intended to provide security information to help ensure a safe holiday season. Vigilance plays a key …
Read More» A #WeMarch demonstration calling for a 12-hour occupation of Bay Street in Nassau is scheduled to take place on Friday, November 25, 2016, commencing at 1:00 p.m. at Arawak Cay (“Fish Fry”) and proceeding east on Bay Street to Rawson Square (“Parliament”). The U.S. Embassy in Nassau advises U.S. citizens to avoid areas of demonstrations, …
Read More» U.S. citizens are advised that the U.S. Embassy in Nassau has placed the Sand Trap off limits to Embassy personnel and their families due to the ongoing association with known criminal elements and the recent shooting incident that killed one person and wounded two others. The establishment also is the launching point for various jet …
Read More» November 18, 2016 The U.S. Embassy in Nassau provides this update of its previous message informing U.S. citizens that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a travel notice for The Bahamas regarding the Zika virus . The CDC has concluded that the Zika virus is a cause of microcephaly and other severe fetal brain defects …
Read More» The U.S. Embassy in Nassau has resumed normal operations following Hurricane Matthew. The authorized departure of family members of U.S. Embassy employees stationed in Nassau and Freeport has been lifted. The Travel Warning for all of The Bahamas, including Grand Bahama Island and North Andros, has been cancelled. This message replaces the Travel Warning issued …
Read More» Act now to ensure your vote counts in November! 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 …
Read More» U.S. citizens in Grand Bahama who need emergency assistance in returning to the U.S. should make their interest known by meeting with a consular officer on Sunday, October 9th at 2-4 PM at Grand Bahama International Airport’s international terminal. Otherwise, citizens should email 2016StormMatthewEmergencyUSC@state.gov or for those without email access, you may call 1-888-407-4747 or 1-202-501-4444. For …
Read More» The Embassy advises U.S. citizens in New Providence to avoid traveling after dark due to downed power lines and pedestrians using streets. Avoid routes around crowded gas stations unless necessary due to congestion and reports of occasional tensions due to sometimes long lines. U.S. Embassy Nassau’s communications are also restored. For emergencies involving U.S. citizens …
Read More» U.S. citizens in Grand Bahama who need emergency assistance in returning to the U.S. should make their interest known by meeting with a consular officer on Sunday, October 9th at 2-4 PM at Grand Bahama International Airport’s international terminal. Otherwise, citizens should email 2016StormMatthewEmergencyUSC@state.gov or for those without email access, you may call 1-888-407-4747 or 1-202-501-4444. For …
Read More» The State Department informs U.S. citizens that the Nassau Airport Development Company Ltd. has announced that normal operations at Lynden Pindling International Airport in Nassau will resume on Saturday, October 8, 2016. Travelers should contact their respective airline for information on individual itineraries. For further information: See the State Department’s travel website for the Worldwide Caution , Travel Warnings, Travel Alerts, …
Read More» The State Department informs U.S. citizens that the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) of The Bahamas has issued an “all clear.” Similarly, the U.S. Embassy in Nassau has lifted the shelter-in-place order for employees and their family members. However, there is extensive damage throughout Nassau, Freeport/Grand Bahama, and other islands. In Nassau, there are downed …
Read More» The State Department warns U.S. citizens of the approach of Hurricane Matthew and recommends U.S. citizens avoid all travel OR avoid non-essential travel to the Bahamas and The Turks and Caicos Islands. The National Hurricane Center (NHC; www.nhc.noaa.gov) reports that Hurricane Matthew is headed for The Bahamas and a hurricane warning has been issued. Hurricane …
Read More» The following Emergency Message is being transmitted to alert U.S. citizens to the development and progress of Hurricane Matthew. The National Hurricane Center (NHC; www.nhc.noaa.gov) reports that Hurricane Matthew is headed for The Bahamas and the Turks and Caicos Islands and a hurricane warning is now in effect for Southeastern Bahamas, including the Mayaguana, Inagua, …
Read More» The following Emergency Message is being transmitted to alert U.S. citizens to the development and progress of Hurricane Matthew. The National Hurricane Center (NHC; www.nhc.noaa.gov) reports that Hurricane Matthew is headed for The Bahamas and the Turks and Caicos Islands and a hurricane watch has been issued for Southeastern Bahamas, including the Inaguas, Mayaguana, Acklins, Crooked Island, Long Cay, …
Read More» The State Department warns U.S. citizens of the approach of Hurricane Matthew and recommends U.S. citizens avoid non-essential travel to the Bahamas and the Turks and Caicos Islands. The National Hurricane Center (NHC; www.nhc.noaa.gov) reports that Hurricane Matthew is headed for The Bahamas and Turks and Caicos Islands and a hurricane watch has been issued …
Read More» The American Corner Nassau is a partnership between the U.S. Embassy’s Public Affairs Section and the College of The Bahamas. The Corner provides access to current and reliable information about the United States via book collections, the Internet, and through local programming to the general public. The American Corner serves as an information outpost similar …
Read More» The following Emergency Message is being transmitted to alert U.S. citizens in The Bahamas and Turks and Caicos. As of August 24th, a tropical wave over the Lesser Antilles and Puerto Rico is currently bringing heavy winds and significant rain to those areas. This system could become a tropical storm or tropical depression at any …
Read More» The United States Embassy in Nassau, The Bahamas informs U.S. citizens that the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has added the Turks and Caicos Islands to its advisories regarding the Zika Virus . For general information about Zika, please visit the CDC website . To obtain CDC travel notices , call the CDC at 1-800- CDC -INFO (1-800-232-4636) from within the United States, or 1-404-639-3534 from overseas or …
Read More» Distinguished guests, ladies and gentlemen, good morning. It is a pleasure to welcome you to Liberty Overlook as we celebrate International Women’s Day today, and Women’s History Month the entire month of March. I want to extend a particularly special welcome to our friend and guest of honor, Ms. Marva Jervis, and her family. The …
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Good morning. Today I am delighted to officially present two 41-foot Apostle Marine Interceptors, built by SafeBoats International, to the Government of The Bahamas. These state-of-the art vessels are being transferred to the Marine Support Services Unit of the Royal Bahamas Police Force to increase its capacity for interdiction operations under Operation Bahamas, Turks and …
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