Messages for U.S. Citizens

This page will holds non-emergency messages and information for the American community in the United Kingdom.

05 January 2012  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.

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.

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.

The latest UK-specific travel information is always available from www.travel.state.gov and remember: in a medical emergency, or if you need the police, dial 999