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05 January 2011  The 2012 Elections Cycle- Begins Now!  The Consular Section staff at U.S. Embassy London is ready to assist with completing your Federal Post Card Application (FPCA) -- the form you need to complete this year to participate in the 2012 elections as an overseas absentee voter.

2011

28 November 2011  UK Border Authority and Public Sector Workers Strike Scheduled for Wednesday 30 November  The U.S. Embassy in London informs U.S. citizens on Wednesday, November 30, 2011 a strike by the members of the four UK Home Office Unions is expected to cause major delays for arrivals into several UK ports of entry, with the most significant impact expected at London’s Heathrow airport. A spokesman for the UK Border Authority  said they aim to minimize any disruption caused by the strike, but travelers can expect longer waiting times at some ports and airports. U.S. citizens planning to travel to or from the UK on November 30th  should check with their carrier for updates, schedule changes, and options for rebooking.

08 November 2011  Demonstrations Scheduled to Take Place In Central London & City Of London on Wednesday, November 9, 2011    The U.S. Embassy London advises U.S. citizens that on Wednesday, November 9, 2011 a number of demonstrations are likely to cause considerable congestion in central London and the City of London, most significantly a protest organized by the National Campaign against Fees and Cuts.

12 October 2011 Worldwide Travel Alert - Iran Plot   The Department of State alerts U.S. citizens of the potential for anti-U.S. actions following the  disruption of a plot, linked to Iran, to commit a significant terrorist act in the United States. 

01 October 2011 Worldwide Travel Alert from the Bureau of Consular Affairs  The Department of State alerts U.S. citizens to the potential for retaliation against U.S. citizens and interests following the deaths of key figures in the terrorist group al-Qaida in the Arabian Peninsula on September 30.  This Travel Alert expires on November 30, 2011.

10 August 2011   Update: Civil Disturbances Throughout Greater London and Urban Areas Across England

09 August 2011 A note on Civil Disturbances in Greater London

13 July 2011 An update regarding the August 2011 Social Security Benefit Payments 

27 June 2011 Possible Travel Disruption in the United Kingdom on 20 June 2011  Employees of the UK Border Agency (UKBA) are planning to participate in a government-wide strike on Thursday, June 30, 2011 and as a result, disruptions to international travel in the United Kingdom are possible. Travelers with confirmed tickets to the United Kingdom on June 30 should check with their airline/travel representatives for further information on cancellations and/or possible delays.

16 June 2011 New iPhone App for Travelers from the State Department   The U.S. Department of State today released its new Smart Traveler app for U.S. travelers going abroad.  Smart Traveler provides easy access to frequently updated official country information, travel alerts, travel warnings, maps, U.S. embassy locations, and more.

01 May 2011  World-Wide Travel Alert from the Bureau of Consular Affairs 

11 March 2011 Assistance for U.S. Citizens in Japan  The Department of State alerts U.S. citizens to the situation in Japan in the aftermath of a powerful earthquake and tsunami . 

03 March 2001 Limited Passport Appointment Availability This Spring! Every year in late spring the Passport & Citizenship Unit of the U.S. Embassy in London is flooded with applications in anticipation of the summer holidays.  As appointment availability will be reduced considerably during April and May 2011, we recommend you apply early to avoid disappointment. Read more.

20 January 2011  Assistance for U.S. Citizens in Egypt   On-the-Record Briefing with Janice Jacobs, Assistant Secretary for Consular, on steps the U.S State Department is taking to assist U.S. Citizens in Egypt.
 • U.S. Embassy Egypt website

03 October  2010   Travel Alert for Europe from the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Consular Affairs  The State Department alerts U.S. citizens to the potential for terrorist attacks in Europe.  Current information suggests that al-Qa’ida and affiliated organizations continue to plan terrorist attacks.  European governments have taken action to guard against a terrorist attack and some have spoken publicly about the heightened threat conditions. 
 • Briefing on Europe Travel Alert with Patrick F. Kennedy, Under Secretary for Management

07 September 2010 - News from the Federal Voting Assistance Program  Only 8 weeks Until the November Elections!

13 August 2010 - New World Wide Caution