U.S. Embassy in the Philippines Update

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As a precautionary measure to assist in limiting the spread of COVID-19, U.S. Embassy in the Philippines is cancelling all routine immigrant and nonimmigrant visa appointments and notarial services pending further notice.

All applicants should monitor their email for appointment updates. The American Citizen Services Unit will continue to serve U.S. citizens, except for notarial services, which have also been postponed pending further notice.

For emergencies involving U.S. citizens, contact ACSinfoManila@state.gov.

For updates on U.S. Embassy operations and consular services, keep following @USEmbassyPH on Facebook and Twitter or send an email to the Consular Section at:

  • For U.S. citizen assistance or emergency: ACSinfoManila@state.gov
  • For Immigrant Visas (family, employment, and fiancé(e) visas): IVManilaReplies@state.gov
  • For Nonimmigrant Visas (tourist, business, and student visas): CONSManilaNIV@state.gov
  • U.S. Embassy Hotline: +(632) 5301-2000

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