Consular Affairs: American Citizen Services
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Important Security Announcement
Please do not bring mobile phones or any electronic devices, such as Blackberries, iPods, or PDAs as they are not allowed within the Embassy. We also strongly advise that you do not bring large bags, such as backpacks, suitcases or packages to the interview as there are no storage facilities on Embassy grounds. Click on the following PDF file for a list of Left Luggage storage facilities.
Only person(s) seeking consular services will be admitted into the Embassy. Exceptions will be made only if those seeking consular services are under 18, or if they are disabled and require assistance. Local authorities will not permit anyone to wait outside the Embassy, so please do not bring anyone else with you.
Applicants who do not follow these instructions will experience considerable delays at the security check point which could result in the interview being cancelled.
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News & Latest Updates
15 April 2008
The April 2008 American Citizen Services newsletter has been released.
28 March 2007 Our last "Talk with the Consul" Webchat was be held March 27 and the transcript is now available.
31 January 2008:
Effective February 1, 2008: Routine Service (Form DS-11) Non-Refundable:
Age 16 and older: The passport application fee is $75. The execution fee is $25. The total is $100.
Under Age 16: The passport application fee is $60. The execution fee is $25. The total is $85.
25 January 2008 :
The transcript of the webchat on January 24 is now available.
02 January 2008 Change in passports for children: As of February 1, 2008, the two-parent consent requirement for all passport services will be extended to include all children under age 16. This requirement is currently in effect for all children under age 14. Either both parents must be present to provide signatures at the time of passport application, or in the event one parent cannot attend, they must send a notarized statement of consent and identification. Alternately, the applying parent may present a death certificate or sole custody order for the child. Please see the section Passport renewals: Instructions for children for more details.
Warden Messages
The latest Warden Message is dated 30 October 2007: Voting Information for the 2008 Primary and General Elections.
10 October 2007: The following Warden Messages relate to the latest security situations in London and Scotland:
10 October 2007 Public Announcement, Worldwide Caution
05 July 2007 UK Threat Level Changed to Severe
30 June 2007 UK Threat Level Raised to Critical
30 June 2007: Security Situation in Glasgow Airport
29 June 2007 (2230 BST) Security Situation in London
29 June 2007 London, Haymarket Device
How to contact us
You may write to us, visit our office in person during work hours, or call the Embassy.
Telephone Information |
Recorded information is available on (44)(20) 7499-9000,
24 hours a day. |
Written Information |
American Citizen Services Unit
U.S. Embassy
55/56 Upper Brook Street
LONDON, W1A 2LQ |
A stamped, self addressed envelope must accompany the request. We regret that we are currently unable to respond to enquiries by e-mail.
Emergency Contact Information
In the case of a life or death emergency involving a United States citizen call [44] (20) 7499-9000. A Consular Duty Officer is available 24 hours a day.
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