Location: Bhatbhetini and Tangal Area in Naxal, Kathmandu Event: A large crowd of approximately 1,000 protesters gathered and disrupted travel along Tangal Marg Road before midday today. Nepal Police attempted to disrupt the crowd with tear gas and water cannons. At the time of message release, protesting continued. The Embassy has strongly urged its diplomatic personnel to …
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Kathmandu, Nepal (March 14, 2020) Location: Nepal Countrywide Event: In the context of the spread of COVID-19 internationally and due to the increased likelihood of the Government of Nepal announcing mandatory quarantines or travel restrictions within Nepal itself, U.S. Embassy personnel has been strongly discouraged from undertaking any overnight personal travel throughout …
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Start by confirming your voter registration with your state. Some states require absentee voters to register annually so you may need to re-register. Go to FVAP.gov to connect to your state’s voter portal to register to vote, request a ballot, and more. Once you confirm your registration, follow a few simple steps to vote in the …
Read More» January 7, 2020 There is heightened tension in the Middle East that may result in security risks to U.S. citizens abroad. The Embassy will continue to review the security situation and will provide additional information as needed. Actions to Take: Keep a low profile. Be aware of your surroundings. Stay alert in locations frequented by …
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Ambassador Randy Berry will host a Town Hall for American citizens on Wednesday, November 27, from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. All American citizens in Nepal are invited to attend, but advance registration is required. The registration deadline is Friday, November 22. Please email consktm@state.gov with the full name and passport number for each member of your …
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Do not forget to register your vote before the Election through the Federal Voting Assistance Program. Visit www.fvap.gov for more information.
Read More» Location: Nepal Event: Nationwide political protests are planned from Tuesday, June 25, 2019. This could result in possible disturbances, demonstrations, and actions that result in violence or other disruptions across Nepal. On May 26, 2019, a Biplav initiated bandh resulted in numerous incidents of arson and explosions, some of which detonated in Kathmandu resulting in fatalities. …
Read More» Ambassador Randy Berry is pleased to host a town hall for American citizens on Friday, November 16 from 3:00-5:00 p.m. Ambassador Berry has recently returned to Nepal with his family after having served here as the Deputy Chief of Mission from 2007-2009. He is eager to share information about his priorities and US efforts in …
Read More» The final date to return your voted paper ballot to your local election officials for the November 6th election is October 15, 2018. Embassies and consulates are not polling places. Don’t wait, return your voted ballot right away! The majority of states require voted ballots to reach local election officials by the close of polls …
Read More» Did you know that some U.S. House and Senate elections are decided by a tiny number of votes – sometimes by fewer than the number of absentee ballots cast? Absentee ballots matter! All states are required to count every absentee ballot as long as it is valid and reaches local election officials by the absentee …
Read More» Nontourist Visa Reciprocity Updates We are happy to hear that many citizens are pleased with the new, longer visa validities and lower fees for U.S. citizens residing in Nepal on work, student, and press visas. The requirements for work, study, and press visas in Nepal remain the same. The visa application or eligibility process have …
Read More» Thank you for enrolling in the State Department’s Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP). We encourage every U.S. citizen visiting or living in Nepal to enroll online – it’s the best way to help us help you! This message provides core information to help you stay safe in Nepal and introduces a new design to the …
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Ambassador Alaina B. Teplitz will host a town hall for American citizens on Wednesday, February 21, from 4:00-6:00 pm. All American citizens in Nepal are invited to attend, but please know that advanced registration is required. Register before Wednesday, February 14 by emailing consktm@state.gov with the full name and passport number of every member of your family who …
Read More» Greetings from Maharajgunj! Everyone here at the U.S. Embassy hopes that you and yours enjoy a festive Nepali holiday season ahead. Please know that the Embassy will be closed for U.S. and local holidays on September 19, 27, 28, 29 and October 9, 19, 20. We will also be closed on November 10, 23 and …
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January 6, 2017 The U.S. Embassy in Kathmandu informs U.S. citizens that a large demonstration has been planned in Kathmandu for Friday, January 6, 2017. From 12:00 noon to 5:00 pm on Friday afternoon, several political parties will be marching from various locations in Kathmandu, converging on Exhibition Road—in the vicinity of Ratna Park. This …
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The U.S. Embassy in Kathmandu informs U.S. citizens that the Nepal Communist Party-Maoist has called for a bandh (strike) throughout Kathmandu on Sunday, September 25, 2016. It is not known how effective this bandh will be, but protestors may attempt to increase the effectiveness of the bandh by causing traffic disruptions during early morning hours. …
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September 23, 2016 The U.S. Embassy in Kathmandu informs U.S. citizens that several traffic chowks in Kathmandu may be blocked on Friday, September 23. Members of the Nepal Communist Party-Maoist may attempt to block the Kalanki Chowk (Zone 7C) and Gongabu Chowk (Bus Park in Zone 1D) from 10:00am-11:00am. These two intersections are located on …
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Celebrate democracy this 4th of July by taking the necessary steps to vote in the 2016 U.S. elections! 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, …
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