U.S. Ambassador to the United Arab Emirates John Rakolta Jr has been designated Commissioner General of the U.S. pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai. As Commissioner General, he will lead U.S. participation and is responsible for oversight of the U.S. pavilion. The U.S. Department of State is responsible for U.S. participation in international expositions. For more information on U.S. …
Read More» For Immediate Release March 16, 2020 As of Tuesday, March 17, 2020, the United States Embassy in Abu Dhabi and the United States Consulate General in Dubai are cancelling routine immigrant and nonimmigrant visa appointments. We will resume routine visa services as soon as possible, but we are unable to provide a specific date at …
Read More» Ambassador John Rakolta Jr and Consul General Phillip Frayne visited Microsoft regional headquarters in Dubai to learn about how one of the world’s largest tech companies is working to support the future of AI and cloud computing. Ambassador Rakolta was excited to hear how this American company is working with UAE schools and teachers to provide distance learning during the …
Read More» Ambassador John Rakolta Jr and Consul General Philip Frayne visited the site of the American pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai.
Read More» MEDIA ADVISORY #20-001 February 26, 2020 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE United Arab Emirates – U.S. Marine Forces, Central Command and I Marine Expeditionary Force (I MEF), in coordination with the United Arab Emirates Armed Forces, will begin Exercise Native Fury 2020 on March 8. Native Fury is a bi-annual exercise that has been occurring in the …
Read More» Consul General Phillip Frayne met with the 2019 International Visitor Leadership Program ( IVLP ) participants at Consulate Dubai, where he handed out their certificates. So excited to welcome them to the over 200,000 alumni worldwide!
Read More» Ambassador John Rakolta Jr and Mrs. Rakolta were welcomed on board the USS New York (LPD 21) by commanding officer Captain James Kennedy while the ship was docked in Abu Dhabi. USS New York is the fifth ship of US Navy to be named after the state of New York in honor of the victims of the September 11 attacks. Ambassador Rakolta and …
Read More» Under Secretary Ted McKinney, Consul General Philip Frayne, Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) Associate Administrator Clay Hamilton, Agricultural Counselor Kurt Seifarth and FAS staff met with UAE Minister of Climate Change and Environment Dr. Thani Bin Al Zeyoudi and Ministry officials to identify opportunities for strengthening U.S.-UAE bilateral cooperation and increasing U.S. agricultural exports to the United Arab …
Read More» Ambassador John Rakolta Jr, along with Senior Defense Official/Defense Attaché COL Keith Phillips and UAE counterparts, visited the U.S. Navy aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman.
Read More» Advisor to the U.S. President Ivanka Trump, along with Ambassador John Rakolta Jr, Mrs. Rakolta, Ambassador-at-Large for Global Women’s Issues Kelley Currie, and Acting Assistant Secretary for International Finance and Development Geoffrey Okamoto, visited Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, the largest mosque in the UAE.
Read More» Advisor to the President Ivanka Trump was welcomed to Dubai by Consul General Philip Frayne and H.E. Mona Al Marri, Chairperson of the Board and Managing Director of Dubai Women’s Establishment.
Read More» Ambassador John Rakolta Jr delivered remarks at the Milken Institute Middle East and Africa Summit, sharing his impressions of his first few months of being Ambassador of the United States to the United Arab Emirates.
Read More» Ambassador John Rakolta Jr met with Vice Admiral James Malloy, Commander, United States Naval Forces Central Command (NAVCENT)/United States Fifth Fleet, to discuss maritime issues in the region.
Read More» Entry of foreign nationals who were present in the People’s Republic of China, not including the Special Autonomous Regions of Hong Kong and Macau, or the Islamic Republic of Iran, within 14 days prior to their arrival at the port of entry in the United States is suspended, per Presidential Proclamation. If you reside in, …
Read More» The U.S. Embassy in the U.A.E. is pleased to announce the opening of the Fulbright Foreign Student Program competition for 2020-2021. This academic exchange program is funded by the U.S. Department of State and was initiated by U.S. Senator William J. Fulbright in 1946 to increase international educational exchange between Americans and citizens of more …
Read More» The Department of State is pleased to announce the participation of the United States in Expo 2020 Dubai, the next World’s Fair and the first in the Middle East and Africa. Expos, also known in the United States as World’s Fairs, are significant opportunities to showcase American freedom, ideals, enterprise, culture, and global leadership. The …
Read More» Wednesday, December 11, 2019 U.S. Embassy Abu Dhabi On November 12, Secretary of Commerce Wilbur Ross announced that registration is open for the seventh annual SelectUSA Investment Summit (Summit), which will be held June 1-3, 2020, at the Washington Hilton in Washington, DC. The Summit is the highest profile event to connect global investors and U.S. economic development organizations (EDOs) to facilitate …
Read More» During his visit to Abu Dhabi, Chief of Staff of the US Army General James C. McConville met with Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, to discuss bilateral military cooperation.
Read More» Joint military exercise Iron Union 12, between units from the US Army Central Command and UAE Armed Forces, concluded in the UAE today. The final exercise was attended by Chief of Staff of the US Army General James C. McConville and Commander of the Emirati Land Forces Major General Saleh Mohamed Saleh Al Ameri.
Read More» Abu Dhabi, UAE – Wednesday, November 13, 2019 kicked off the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), Preclearance Field Office (PCFO), Port Directors (PD) Summit in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The Port Director Summit was attended by 16 Preclearance Port Directors and Preclearance Field Office Leaders to strategically plan for the new fiscal year. …
Read More» PRESS STATEMENT MORGAN ORTAGUS, DEPARTMENT SPOKESPERSON NOVEMBER 6, 2019 The United States welcomes the signing of the Riyadh Agreement between the Republic of Yemen Government (ROYG) and the Southern Transitional Council (STC) yesterday in Riyadh. We are hopeful that with this agreement, all parties will work together to end the conflict and to achieve the peace and stability that Yemen’s …
Read More» Abu Dhabi, UAE – Ambassador of the United States of America to the United Arab Emirates John Rakolta Jr. arrived in Abu Dhabi on October 27, 2019. Ambassador Rakolta was confirmed by the U.S. Senate to be Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United States of America to the United Arab Emirates on September 17, …
Read More» The United States Mission to the UAE and EducationUSA are pleased to participate in the 2019 NAJAH Education Fair in Abu Dhabi. The U.S. Embassy in Abu Dhabi will host an EducationUSA booth at the 2019 NAJAH fair, where EducationUSA advisors will provide comprehensive information about the U.S. higher education system. Additionally, the Embassy will …
Read More» Emirates Environmental Group’s Chairperson Habiba Al Mar’ashi presented an award to Consulate Dubai for recycling 770 kgs of paper. Monica Shum and Cheri Powers accepted the award on behalf of the Consulate’s Green Team. The EEG will plant a tree in honor of the Consulate’s participation.
Read More» We are pleased to announce the confirmation of Ambassador John Rakolta, Jr. of Michigan as United States Ambassador to the United Arab Emirates.
Read More» Currently, the U.S. Mission to the UAE has 2 Facebook accounts: “US Embassy Abu Dhabi” and “US Consulate General Dubai.” We are happy to announce that we will merge both accounts into one account named “USAinUAE,” similar to our Instagram and Twitter accounts. Followers of each account will be automatically carried over to the …
Read More» Dear U.S. citizens: Greetings from the American Citizen Services Unit at U.S. Consulate General Dubai! U.S. citizens and their immediate family members are invited to an Open House on September 28, 2019. Come join us to learn about services available to U.S. citizens, voting overseas, studying in the U.S., and visa information for the United …
Read More» The Universal Declaration of Human Rights proclaims that “everyone has the right to freedom of thought, conscience and religion.” Throughout history, religious expression and people of faith have played important roles in our global community, promoting peace and tolerance. As one of the first rights enshrined in the Constitution of the United States of America, …
Read More» Washington – Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) designated key Hizballah political and security figures leveraging their privileged positions to facilitate Hizballah’s malign agenda and do Iran’s bidding. Specifically, OFAC designated Hizballah Members of Parliament Amin Sherri and Muhammad Hasan Ra’d, and Hizballah security official Wafiq Safa, for …
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Team USA triumphs again at the 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cup Final! This is the U.S. Women’s Soccer’s fourth World Cup title!
Read More» Senior Advisor to the President Jared Kushner, Special Representative for International Negotiations Jason Greenblatt, and United States Special Representative for Iran Brian Hook met yesterday in the United Arab Emirates with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. They discussed increasing cooperation between the United States and the United Arab Emirates, and the Trump Administration’s …
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Organized by Special Olympics World Games Abu Dhabi and sponsored by the U.S. Embassy in Abu Dhabi, the Special Olympics Medical Volunteer Training kicked off at Department of Health, Abu Dhabi to train volunteers on best practices in healthcare designed to meet the needs of Special Olympians.
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U.S. Consul General Dubai Philip Frayne and Director of the U.S. Department of State’s Expo Unit James Core unveiled the initial plans for the building of the U.S. Pavilion and its experiences. The event featured the unveiling of an architectural model of the US pavilion, designed by world-renowned American architect Curtis W. Fentress, FAIA, RIBA; …
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USAID Senior Development Advisor Mary Eileen Devitt and UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Assistant Minister of State for International Development Affairs Sultan Al Shamsi signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to establish a framework for collaboration in support of the Food for Thought School Feeding Program implemented by World Food Program in …
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Acting DCM Jeff Lodinsky and AMIDEAST UAE director Rula Dajani presented certificates of completion to all students who successfully completed the English language training program.
Read More» The below is attributable to Spokesperson Heather Nauert: Secretary Michael R. Pompeo met on July 10 in Abu Dhabi with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan of the United Arab Emirates. The Secretary thanked the Crown Prince and the Foreign Minister for the United Arab …
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The U.S. Embassy in Abu Dhabi invites mid-career professionals who are UAE citizens and have a proven track record of leadership, a commitment to public service, and the capacity to take full advantage of a self-defined program of independent study to apply for the Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program for the 2019-2020 academic year. This …
Read More» Press Statement Mike Pompeo Secretary of State Washington, DC June 11, 2018 ________________________________ The United States is closely following developments in Hudaydah, Yemen. I have spoken with Emirati leaders and made clear our desire to address their security concerns while preserving the free flow of humanitarian aid and life-saving commercial imports. We expect all parties …
Read More» THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MAY 15, 2018 Presidential Message on Ramadan With the rising of tonight’s moon, I send my greetings and best wishes to all Muslims observing Ramadan in the United States and around the world. During the holy month of Ramadan, Muslims commemorate the revelation of …
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THE PRESIDENT: My fellow Americans, a short time ago, I ordered the United States Armed Forces to launch precision strikes on targets associated with the chemical weapons capabilities of Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad. A combined operation with the armed forces of France and the United Kingdom is now underway. We thank them both. Tonight, I …
Read More» Secretary’s Remarks: Annual Observance of International Women’s Day Press Statement Rex W. Tillerson Secretary of State Washington, DC March 8, 2018 As we commemorate International Women’s Day on March 8th, the United States renews our steadfast commitment to addressing inequalities between women and men at home and abroad and reaffirms the importance of advancing the …
Read More» Meeting of the Terrorist Financing Targeting Center Member States Convenes in Kuwait [March 6, 2018] Co-led by the United States and Saudi Arabia, TFTC members meet in Kuwait City KUWAIT CITY –On March 4-5, the United States and Saudi Arabia co-led a meeting of the Terrorist Financing Targeting Center (TFTC) in Kuwait City, Kuwait. Representatives …
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Remarks for Ambassador Barbara A. Leaf 2018 National Day Event March 5, 2018 / 7:00 p.m. / Marriott Al Forsan Hotel Your Excellency, Dr. Thani Al Zeyoudi, the Minister of Climate Change and Environment; Ladies and Gentlemen, my fellow Americans; Good evening and thank you so much for joining us for our celebration of America’s …
Read More» Press Statement Rex W. Tillerson Secretary of State Washington, DC December 6, 2017 President Trump‘s decision to recognize Jerusalem as Israel’s capital aligns U.S. presence with the reality that Jerusalem is home to Israel’s legislature, Supreme Court, President’s office, and Prime Minister‘s office. We have consulted with many friends, partners, and allies in advance of …
Read More» On November 13, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit granted, in part, the government’s motion for an emergency stay of the U.S. District Court for the District of Hawaii’s October 17, preliminary injunction. The preliminary injunction prohibited the U.S. government from enforcing or implementing Sections 2(a), (b), (c), (e), (g), and (h) …
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October 1, 2017 By: Ambassador Barbara A. Leaf, US Ambassador to the UAE I am thrilled to be launching the third annual Discover America UAE campaign, which kicks off today. From October 1 to 31, the U.S. Mission, together with industry partners, will stage a series of events that will multiply people-to-people connections between Americans …
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September 24, 2017 New security measures establish minimum requirements for international cooperation to support U.S. visa and immigration vetting Today, President Donald J. Trump announced the establishment of enhanced national security measures, aimed at creating—for the first time in history—minimum requirements for international cooperation to support visa and immigration vetting and adjudications for individuals seeking …
Read More» On August 22, 2017, Senior Advisor to the President Jared Kushner, Special Representative for International Negotiations Jason Greenblatt, Deputy National Security Advisor for Strategy Dina Powell, and Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for Arabian Gulf Affairs Tim Lenderking met with Crown Prince Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan of the United Arab Emirates and his senior …
Read More» Your opportunity to learn new teaching skills and teach Arabic to American students for one academic year.
Read More» Self-service passport photo booth is now available in the Consular Section waiting area of the U.S. Embassy Abu Dhabi. Four U.S. compliant passport/visa photos for 40 AED. Exact change required. Photo Booth (PDF 179 KB)
Read More» https://www.dhs.gov/news/2017/06/29/frequently-asked-questions-protecting-nation-foreign-terrorist-entry-united-states Release Date: June 29, 2017 Q1. Who is subject to the suspension of entry under the Executive Order? Per the Executive Order and the June 14 Presidential Memorandum, the temporary suspension of entry applies, with limited exceptions, only to foreign nationals from Sudan, Syria, Iran, Libya, Somalia, and Yemen, who are outside the United States …
Read More» Release Date: June 29, 2017 For Immediate Release Office of the Press Secretary WASHINGTON – The Department of Homeland Security, in coordination with the Departments of State and Justice, will begin the implementation of certain travel restriction provisions in the President’s Executive Order: Protecting the Nation from Foreign Terrorist Entry into the United States at …
Read More» Press Statement Heather Nauert, Department Spokesperson Washington, DC – June 26, 2017 With the objective of maximizing national security, the Department of State will implement Executive Order 13780, “Protecting the Nation From Foreign Terrorist Entry Into the United States” in an orderly fashion, consistent with the Supreme Court’s unanimous order, and in accordance with the …
Read More» In regards to the continuing dispute within the GCC, we understand a list of demands has been prepared and coordinated by the Saudis, Emiratis, Egyptians, and Bahrainis. We hope the list of demands will soon be presented to Qatar and will be reasonable and actionable. We support the Kuwaiti mediation effort and look forward to …
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U.S. Consul General Paul Malik spoke about the importance of tolerance at the Harvard Kennedy School Alumni Network of the UAE’s second annual gala dinner on May 18 in Dubai. Please see his full remarks (as prepared for delivery) below. Your excellency, Sheikha Lubna, ladies and gentleman, friends – good evening. I am very pleased …
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In collaboration with the Ismaili Centre, U.S. Consul General Paul Malik hosted a concert by the American “Oasis Gospel Choir” on Wednesday, May 24 at the Ismaili Centre in Dubai. Please see below for his full introductory remarks. Ladies and gentlemen, distinguished guests, thank you for joining us this evening. It is wonderful to be …
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THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 15, 2017 Readout of President Donald J. Trump’s Meeting with Crown Prince Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan of the United Arab Emirates President Donald J. Trump welcomed Crown Prince Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan of the United Arab Emirates to the White House …
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Readout from Secretary Jim Mattis’ Meeting with Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan of the United Arab Emirates. May 15, 2017 Pentagon Chief Spokesperson Dana W. White provided the following readout: Secretary of Defense Jim Mattis met with Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan of the United Arab Emirates Monday at the White …
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U.S. Ambassador Barbara Leaf recently hosted a visit of senior Emirati military and government officials to the U.S. aircraft carrier USS George W.H. Bush operating in the Gulf.
Read More» April 6, 2017 The President: My fellow Americans: On Tuesday, Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad launched a horrible chemical weapons attack on innocent civilians. Using a deadly nerve agent, Assad choked out the lives of helpless men, women, and children. It was a slow and brutal death for so many. Even beautiful babies were cruelly murdered in …
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The Offshore Technology Conference (OTC) is where energy professionals meet to exchange ideas and opinions to advance scientific and technical knowledge for offshore resources and environmental matters. OTC is the largest event in the world for the oil and gas industry featuring more than 2,300 exhibitors, and attendees representing 100 countries. Founded in 1969, OTC’s …
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Ambassador Leaf helped open the SEMA section of the Custom Show Emirates at the Abu Dhabi.
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For information about the recent Aviation Security Enhancements For Select Last Point Departure Airports With Commercial Flights to the United Sates, please see the Department of Homeland Security fact here .
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U.S. Embassy in Abu Dhabi is Pleased to Announce Its Support for The U.S. Presence at IDEX2017. IDEX 2017, a U.S. Department of Commerce-certified trade show, is the premier land and naval defense exhibition serving the Middle East and Africa region. Over 110 American firms will participate in the show as part of the official …
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Red Baraat’s UAE Concert Tour! The U.S. Embassy in Abu Dhabi and the U.S. Consulate General in Dubai are proud to sponsor the musical tour of the American band “Red Baraat” here in the UAE. (see details of concerts in Abu Dhabi, Dubai, and Sharjah below) Dubbed “the best party band in years”, Red Baraat’s …
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Read More» Thank you all for joining us tonight, and Ramadan Kareem. For those of you who are observing this holy month of Ramadan, all of us at the U.S. Consulate General in Dubai are delighted to break your fast with you tonight. Ramadan is a time for purification, faith and reflection, self-discipline, sacrifice, and charity. All …
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