This link contains the current data on the number of active COVID-19 cases in Bermuda, a breakdown of their transmission status, as well as the total number of tests that have been administered, and the number of individuals under quarantine. The Government of Bermuda is requiring that all travelers to Bermuda complete an online Travel Authorization and pay a $75 fee ...
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By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 6 August, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Health Issues, Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: Coronavirus, COVID-19, Novel coronavirus
The U.S. Consulate General is beginning a phased resumption of routine visa services. On July 15, the Consulate will resume visa services for students who are legal permanent residents of Bermuda. In addition, Third Country National (TCN) workers who have been furloughed or terminated from their employment in Bermuda, and require a U.S. visa to ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 15 July, 2020 | Topics: Consular Affairs, Press Releases, Visas
Suspension of Visa Services Due to the global impact of COVID-19, the Department of State has temporarily suspended routine visa services at all U.S. Embassies and Consulates worldwide, effective March 20. We do not have a timeline for when we will be able to resume routine visa appointments. We are currently able to provide visa ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 10 July, 2020 | Topics: Consular Affairs, News
On July 15, the U.S. Consulate General will resume visa services for students attending schools in the United States. Students who have a valid I-20 Form, paid the SEVIS fee, and wish to apply for a F, M, or J visa should visit our website and follow the instructions to complete the electronic application. On ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 10 July, 2020 | Topics: Consular Affairs, Press Releases, Study in the U.S., Visas
The U.S. Consulate will host a live Facebook Q&A session on Friday, July 10, to answer questions about the suspension of visa services, waivers, travel to the United States, cannabis regulations, U.S. citizen services and voter registration. This is an opportunity for the public to ask questions about available services and issues surrounding travel to ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 8 July, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases
The U.S. Consulate General Hamilton and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agency hosted a small donation ceremony at the airport facility in St. David’s on July 8. On behalf of CBP, the Ministry of Health received a small supply of contactless thermometers, 10×10 pop-up tents, and bottled water as additional resources for public testing ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 8 July, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. & Bermuda | Tags: CBP, COVID-19
Location: Hamilton, Bermuda Event: Bermuda Entry Requirements and Resumption of Commercial Flights at L.F. Wade Airport Effective July 1, 2020, commercial flight service will resume at L.F. Wade Airport. The Government of Bermuda is requiring that all travelers to Bermuda complete an online Travel Authorization and pay a $75 fee before traveling to Bermuda. The Travel Authorization can be found ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 30 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, Travel & Tourism, U.S. & Bermuda | Tags: COVID-19
Location: Hamilton, Bermuda Event: Additional flight to the United States A privately chartered jet will be traveling from Bermuda to Teterboro, New Jersey on Thursday, July 2. The flight is scheduled to depart Bermuda at 2 PM ADT. There are 6-8 seats available at an estimated cost of $1,750-2,000 per seat. If anyone has an interest, please contact: Carlton Smith,
CSmith@longtailaviation.bm . ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 26 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. & Bermuda
Location: Hamilton, Bermuda Event: Upcoming flight to the United States and resumption of limited American Citizen Services A privately chartered jet will be traveling from Bermuda to White Plains, New York on Saturday, June 27. There are seats available at an estimated cost of $1,000 per seat. If anyone has an interest, please contact: Anthony Richardson,
arichardson@cedaraviation.com L.F. Wade Airport in Bermuda ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 25 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Consular Affairs, Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. & Bermuda, U.S. Citizen Services
The U.S. Consulate General continues to follow COVID-19 guidelines issued by the Government of Bermuda. While maintaining adherence to social distancing requirements and Government regulations during Phase 3B, the Consulate is available to provide limited consular services, including U.S. citizen services and emergency visa services. As of June 18, the Consulate is providing passport renewal ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 22 June, 2020 | Topics: Consular Affairs, Press Releases, U.S. & Bermuda, U.S. Passports
Location: Hamilton, Bermuda Event: COVID 19 Update – Expansion of Services at the U.S. Consulate On June 17, we will to open up our appointment schedule for limited U.S. citizen services. All services will be by appointment only – we are not offering walk in services at this time. If your passport has expired or is going to ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 17 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Consular Affairs, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: passports
Location: Hamilton, Bermuda Event: COVID 19 Update – Upcoming flight to the United States A privately chartered aircraft will be traveling from Bermuda to Teterboro, N.J. today, Monday, June 8 at 2 p.m. Please contact
arichardson@cedaraviation.com directly for information and ticketing. L.F. Wade Airport in Bermuda closed for incoming commercial passenger flights on March 20. Charter aircraft ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 8 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Health Issues, Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. & Bermuda | Tags: Coronavirus, COVID-19, quarantine
Location: Hamilton, Bermuda Event: COVID 19 Update – Status of Services at the U.S. Consulate The flight we mentioned in our last message, which is going from Bermuda to New Jersey on Friday, June 12 is now full. If we become aware of any future flights, we will send out additional messaging. We know that many of you ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 5 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. & Bermuda | Tags: Coronavirus, COVID-19, quarantine
Location: Hamilton, Bermuda Event: COVID 19 Update – Upcoming flight to the United States An eight-passenger privately chartered jet will be traveling from the United States to Bermuda and back to Teterboro, New Jersey on Friday, June 12. There are seats available on both legs, at a cost of $1,812.50 per seat. If anyone has an interest, please contact: Raymond ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 4 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, Travel & Tourism, U.S. & Bermuda | Tags: Coronavirus, COVID-19, quarantine
Location: Hamilton, Bermuda Event: COVID 19 Update – Flight to the United States – must book today! A privately chartered aircraft will be traveling from the United States to Bermuda and back to Fort Lauderdale, Florida on Monday, June 1. There is a very small number of seats available to U.S. citizens on the U.S. bound ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 1 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, Travel & Tourism, U.S. & Bermuda | Tags: Coronavirus, COVID-19, quarantine
Location: Hamilton, Bermuda Event: Social media reports the possibility of demonstrations occurring in Bermuda on June 1, 2020. The U.S. Consulate General will be closed to the public on Monday, June 1, 2020. We expect to reopen for emergency services only on Tuesday, June 2. Actions to Take: Be aware of your surroundings, and avoid crowds and ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 1 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. & Bermuda | Tags: demonstration
Location: Hamilton, Bermuda Event: COVID-19 Update Bermuda is currently in
Phase 2 of the Reopening of Bermuda plan. For full details, continue to monitor the Government of Bermuda COVID-19
website . Status of Services: The Consular Section remains closed for routine U.S. citizen and visa services, including walk-in passport renewals. We will open for these services as soon as it is safe ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 28 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Consular Affairs, Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: Coronavirus, COVID-19, quarantine
Location: Hamilton, Bermuda Event: COVID 19 Update: On May 21, Bermuda will enter
Phase 2 of Bermuda’s re-opening plan. This phase only permits a modest expansion of services, which will still require restricted operations. There are currently no plans for any further repatriation flights to the United States, and there is no established date yet for the return of ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 20 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Emergency Services, Health Issues, Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. & Bermuda | Tags: Coronavirus, COVID-19, quarantine
The U.S. Consulate General continues to follow COVID-19 guidelines issued by the Government of Bermuda. While maintaining adherence to social distancing requirements, the Consulate is available to those in need of emergency U.S. passport services. U.S. Citizens who require emergency passports, and have confirmed travel plans, should contact hamiltonconsulate@state.gov or call 441-335-3828. At this time, ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 11 May, 2020 | Topics: Consular Affairs, Emergency Services, Press Releases, U.S. Citizen Services
By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 5 May, 2020 | Topics: Consular Affairs, Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. Citizen Services, U.S. Passports
Location: Hamilton, Bermuda Event: COVID 19 Update – Status of Services at the U.S. Consulate The U.S. Consulate is currently open for emergency services only. Walk-in renewal services for U.S. passports have been temporarily suspended. If you are a U.S. citizen and require an emergency passport, please email us at hamiltonconsulate@state.gov. We will resume routine services ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 5 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Consular Affairs, Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. & Bermuda | Tags: Coronavirus, COVID-19, quarantine
Location: Hamilton, Bermuda Event: COVID 19 Update – Possible Flight to the United States A local travel agency has received authorization from the Government of Bermuda to operate a charter flight between Bermuda and Atlanta. The flight will operate on Friday, May 15, providing there is sufficient interest. If you are interested, please email the travel agency directly at ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 4 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Emergency Services, Messages for U.S. Citizens, Travel & Tourism, U.S. & Bermuda | Tags: Coronavirus, COVID-19, quarantine
Location: Hamilton, Bermuda Event: COVID 19 Update – Possible Flight to the United States There is the possibility of a charter flight from Bermuda to Atlanta in mid-May. In order to gauge interest in such a flight, please email the U.S. Consulate as soon as possible at
hamiltonconsulate@state.gov if you would be interested in taking such a flight. If you ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 30 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Health Issues, Messages for U.S. Citizens | Tags: Coronavirus, COVID-19, quarantine
Location: Hamilton, Bermuda Event: COVID 19 Update – Flight Departing Bermuda A British Airways flight from Bermuda to London is scheduled to depart on April 25th. U.S. citizens who are interested in returning to the United States via London should contact Government House via email atexecutiveofficer@gov.bm . Tickets are £500 or $620 each with an additional ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 21 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Emergency Services, Health Issues, Messages for U.S. Citizens, Travel & Tourism, U.S. & Bermuda | Tags: Coronavirus, COVID-19, quarantine
Location: Hamilton, Bermuda, April 13, 2020 Event: COVID 19 Update – Flight Availability to the United States There will be a private aircraft departing Bermuda on 15 April to Palm Beach, Florida. Any interested travelers should please contact Carlton Smith at Longtail Aviation for additional information. He may be reached at 293-5971, extension 1024. As of ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 13 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. & Bermuda, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: Coronavirus, COVID-19, quarantine
Location: Bermuda, April 7, 2020 Event: COVID 19 Update – Shelter in Place in effect As of April 6, the Government of Bermuda confirmed 20 active cases of COVID-19 (there have been a total of 39 cases; 17 individuals have recovered, and 2 have died). Effective 6:00 am on Saturday, April 4, a 24 hour shelter in place order ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 8 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Emergency Services, Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. & Bermuda, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: Coronavirus, COVID-19, quarantine
Location: Hamilton, Bermuda, April 6, 2020 Event: COVID 19 Update – Shelter in Place in effect As of April 5, the Government of Bermuda confirmed 23 active cases of COVID-19 (there have been a total of 37 cases; 14 individuals have recovered). Effective 6:00am on Saturday, April 4, a 24 hour shelter in place order went into ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 6 April, 2020 | Topics: Emergency Services, Health Issues, Messages for U.S. Citizens, Security & Emergency Messages, Travel & Tourism, U.S. & Bermuda, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: Coronavirus, COVID-19, quarantine
Location: Hamilton, Bermuda Event: COVID 19 Update – Flight to the United States – Must Book Travel TODAY! As of April 4, the Government of Bermuda confirmed 23 active cases of COVID-19 (there have been a total of 37 cases; 14 individuals have recovered). A repatriation charter flight from Bermuda to Atlanta is scheduled for April 7. ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 6 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Health Issues, Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. & Bermuda, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: Coronavirus, COVID-19, quarantine
The U.S. Consulate General urges U.S. citizens, and all others who may need to travel to the United States, to make arrangements now. A repatriation flight departing Bermuda to Atlanta will take place on Tuesday, April 7. The flight is available for anyone currently seeking to travel to the United States, or to transit to ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 3 April, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases, Travel & Tourism, U.S. Citizen Services
Location: Hamilton, Bermuda Event: COVID 19 Update – Repatriation Flight to the United States As of April 2, the Government of Bermuda confirmed 24 active cases of COVID-19 (there have been a total of 35 cases; 11 individuals have recovered). A repatriation charter flight from Bermuda to the U.S. is being arranged by the Bermudian travel agency Travel Edge. ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 3 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Health Issues, Messages for U.S. Citizens, Security & Emergency Messages, Travel & Tourism, U.S. & Bermuda | Tags: Coronavirus, COVID-19, quarantine
Location: Hamilton, Bermuda Event: COVID 19 Update – Continuation of Curfew Note: There are no updates for today. The following information remains in effect until further notice. The U.S. Consulate is resending this notice to assure widest possible dissemination of this information, and for the benefit of those who just recently registered with the Consulate. The Government of Bermuda confirmed ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 31 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Health Issues, Messages for U.S. Citizens, Travel & Tourism, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: Coronavirus, COVID-19, quarantine
Location: Hamilton, Bermuda Event: COVID 19 Update – Continuation of Curfew Note: The following information remains in effect until further notice. The U.S. Consulate is resending this notice to assure widest possible dissemination of this information, and for the benefit of those who just recently registered with the Consulate. The Government of Bermuda confirmed 22 cases of COVID-19 in ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 30 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Health Issues, Messages for U.S. Citizens, Travel & Tourism, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: Coronavirus, COVID-19, quarantine
Health Alert – U.S. Consulate General Hamilton, Bermuda, March 27, 2020 Location: Hamilton, Bermuda Event: COVID-19 Update The following information remains in effect until further notice. The U.S. Consulate General is resending this notice to assure widest possible dissemination of this information. The Government of Bermuda confirmed 15 cases of COVID-19 in Bermuda, as of March 26. The Government ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 27 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, U.S. Citizen Services
STEP: Smart Traveler Enrollment Program Subscribe to get up-to-date safety and security information and help us reach you in an emergency abroad. U.S. Citizens Travelers: Please enroll in
step.state.gov to receive alerts & ensure you can be located in an emergency. U. S. Citizens in an Emergency: In Case of Emergency: Call 1-888-407-4747 (U.S./Canada); +1-202-501-4444 (overseas); or contact the nearest ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 26 March, 2020 | Topics: Travel & Tourism, U.S. Citizen Services
Location: Hamilton, Bermuda Event: Interest in Flights to the United States The Government of Bermuda confirmed 6 cases of COVID-19 in Bermuda, as of March 23. All U.S. Citizens currently in Bermuda who wish to return to the United States by commercial air service, are asked to please inform the U.S. Consulate of your potential interest. In ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 25 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Health Issues, Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. & Bermuda, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: Coronavirus, COVID-19, quarantine
The U.S. Consulate General supports all efforts made by the Government of Bermuda to ensure the safety and security of the country while combating the spread of COVID-19. In accordance with the closure guidelines and social distancing advice issued by the Government of Bermuda, the U.S. Consulate will suspend routine consular services as of March ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 23 March, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases | Tags: American Citizen Services, COVID-19, Suspended Consular Services, US Consulate General
Global Health Advisory: Effective Friday, March 20, at 11:59 pm, L.F. Wade Airport in Bermuda will close for incoming passenger flights for two weeks. Only returning residents will be allowed on flights to Bermuda arriving March 19 and March 20. In countries where commercial departure options remain available, U.S. citizens who live in the United ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 20 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: Coronavirus, COVID-19, quarantine, Travel Restrictions, virus
The Department of State advises U.S. citizens to avoid all international travel due to the global impact of COVID-19. In countries where commercial departure options remain available, U.S. citizens who live in the United States should arrange for immediate return to the United States, unless they are prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite period. ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 19 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Notification
In accordance with the Bermuda Ministry of Health’s COVID-19 prevention guidelines, the U.S. Consulate General in Bermuda is implementing all appropriate measures to help control the spread of the virus. The Consulate remains open and available for American Citizen Services. However, as of March 17, the Consulate is cancelling routine nonimmigrant visa appointments. The Consulate ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 17 March, 2020 | Topics: Consular Affairs, News, Press Releases
Location: Hamilton, Bermuda Event: There is an ongoing outbreak of Coronavirus (COVID-19) first identified in Wuhan, China. The global public health threat posed by COVID-19 is high, with more than 147,000 reported cases worldwide. As of March 13, 2020, the Government of Bermuda announced there were NO confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Bermuda. Bermuda has ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 14 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, Security & Emergency Messages, U.S. & Bermuda, U.S. Citizen Services
U.S. Consulate General Hamilton March 12, 2020 On March 11, President Donald J. Trump signed a
Presidential Proclamation suspending the entry of most foreign nationals who have been in Schengen Area countries at any point during the 14 days prior to their scheduled arrival to the United States. These countries include: Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 12 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News, Press Releases, Public Affairs, Security & Emergency Messages, U.S. & Bermuda, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: Bermuda, Consular Messaging, Coronavirus, COVD-19, press release, Travel, US Citizen Services, US Consulate General Hamilton
Meet with the U.S. Consulate General to learn how you can study and earn your degree in the United States during a public information session at the Bermuda EducationUSA Advising Centre on Thursday, March 19, at 5:30 p.m. EducationUSA Advisor and Bermuda College Counsellor Janea Mallory along with Vice Consul of the U.S. Consulate Nurik ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 4 March, 2020 | Topics: Education, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Bermuda | Tags: Bermuda College, Bermuda EducationUSA Advising Centre, Education, US Consulate General Hamilton
The U.S. Consulate General and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) would like to advise the public of a scheduled rocket launch on Sunday, February 9, which may be visible from Bermuda. NASA’s Wallops Flight Facility on Wallop’s Island, Virginia, will launch Northrop Grumman’s Antares rocket and Cygnus spacecraft at 6:39 p.m. (Atlantic Time) ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 7 February, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. & Bermuda | Tags: International Space Station, NASA, NASA Tracking Station, Rocket Launch, Tracking Station Cooper's Island, Wallops Flight Facility
Location: Hamilton, Bermuda Event: Heightened Middle East Tensions There is heightened tension in the Middle East that may result in security risks to U.S. citizens abroad. While there is no direct or immediate threat in Bermuda, the Consulate will continue to review the security situation and will provide additional information as needed. Actions to Take: ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 6 January, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Security & Emergency Messages
On November 23, the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) introduced new features to the Electronic Travel System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) website, the portal through which prospective Visa Waiver Program travelers can apply to travel to the United States. ESTA enables eligible travelers to apply for authorization to travel to the United States for ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 30 December, 2019 | Topics: News, Press Releases | Tags: CBP, Electronic Travel System for Travel Authorization, ESTA Website New Features, US Consulate General Hamilton
Members of the public are advised to be on the guard against dishonest visa expeditor service companies. While there are reputable service providers available to the public, there are also, unfortunately, those that take advantage of uninformed customers. Individuals who use third parties to complete U.S. non-immigrant visa applications should be aware that the U.S. ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 20 December, 2019 | Topics: News, Press Releases | Tags: online visa application, US Consulate General Hamilton, visa application fee, visa scam, visas
United States Consul General Constance Dierman and the Bermuda National Library invite you to attend a special screening of “The Public” Join us for a movie, food/refreshments, and discussion about raising awareness of the plight of the homeless in Bermuda and the role public libraries play in the community. This
film , stars ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 17 December, 2019 | Topics: Events, News
On December 5, U.S. Consul General Constance Dierman met with a group of representatives from the Women’s Resource Centre (WRC) and Habitat for Humanity who were selected to participate in an exchange program designed by the U.S. Department of State. Before their departure to Washington D.C. on December 8, the group discussed how the International ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 9 December, 2019 | Topics: News, Press Releases | Tags: Bermuda Habitat for Humanity, Exchange Program, IVLP, US Consulate General Hamilton, Women's Resource Centre
US Consulate General Hamilton is pleased to announce that eleven U.S. colleges and universities will host EducationUSA Academy participants across the United States in summer 2020. The EducationUSA Academy, a pre-college academic enrichment program for international high school students, is an additional effort by the United States to recruit the world’s best and brightest students ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 14 November, 2019 | Topics: Education, Press Releases, Study in the U.S.
Funding opportunities for postgraduate studies or research at an accredited university in the United States are now available to Bermuda through the Fulbright Commission. For further information and a full list of postgraduate and scholar awards, visit the Fulbright website –
fulbright.org.uk Download details about the program here:-
Fulbright Awards – British Overseas Territories Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 21 October, 2019 | Topics: Education, Scholarships and Exchanges, Study in the U.S. | Tags: Fulbright Awards, Fulbright Commission, Study in the USA
Weather Alert: The Bermuda Weather Service is closely tracking Tropical Storm Jerry, which is currently 309 nautical miles SSW of the island, moving NNW at 9 miles per hour. Closest point of approach to Bermuda within 72 hours (3 days) is forecast to be 56 nautical miles to the NW, at 7:00 ADT on Wednesday, 25 September, 2019. However, this system ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 23 September, 2019 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, Security & Emergency Messages
Weather Alert: The Bermuda Weather Service is closely tracking Hurricane Humberto, which is currently 429 nautical miles west of the island, moving east-northeast at 8 miles per hour. Closest point of approach to Bermuda within 72 hrs (3 days) is forecast to be 78 nm to the NW, 10 pm Wed, Sep 18, 2019. However, this system may move closer to ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 17 September, 2019 | Topics: Alert
Weather Alert: The Bermuda Weather Service is closely tracking Hurricane Humberto, which is currently 618 nautical miles west-southwest of the island, moving east-northeast at 6 miles per hour. Closest point of approach to Bermuda within 72 hours (3 days) is forecast to be 79 nautical miles to the NNW, at 7 am on Thursday, September 19, 2019. However, this system ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 16 September, 2019 | Topics: Alert, Emergency Services, Messages for U.S. Citizens | Tags: hurricane
These workshops are open and available to the public. To register or for more information, contact JMallory@college.bm or 441-239-4063. Download the schedule here:
Education USA Workshops Fall Semester 2019 Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 12 September, 2019 | Topics: Education, News, Study in the U.S., U.S. & Bermuda | Tags: EducationUSA, EducationUSA Advising Center Bermuda, EducationUSA Bermuda, Study in the USA
On July 16, 1969, more than half a billion people watched the launch of
Apollo 11 from the Kennedy Space Flight Center, taking commander Neil Armstrong, lunar module pilot Buzz Aldrin and command module pilot Michael Collins on a mission for the history books – a mission to become the first humans to land on another celestial ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 19 July, 2019 | Topics: News, U.S. Agencies
The U.S. Coast Guard Cutter “Eagle” is scheduled to arrive in Bermuda on Thursday, July 18, as part of its 2019 summer training deployment. The ship will be moored along Front Street in Hamilton, July 18- 20, and will be open for free public tours on the following dates and times: ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 12 July, 2019 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. Agencies
Hurricane Season Alert – U.S. Consulate General Hamilton, Bermuda (June 10, 2019) Location: Atlantic Ocean, Caribbean, and the Gulf of Mexico EVENT: Hurricane Season officially began June 1. Don’t wait until a hurricane is approaching to prepare; take steps now to ensure you are ready. Actions to Take: Visit the website of the
Bermuda Weather Service for updates and forecasts. ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 10 June, 2019 | Topics: Alert
The U.S. Consulate General Hamilton is pleased to announce the U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s (CBP) Global Entry Enrollment on Arrival program at the L.F. Wade International Airport. Enrollment on Arrival enables conditionally-approved Global Entry applicants to complete their interview, the final step of the enrollment procedure, during the U.S. pre-clearance process. Enrollment on Arrival ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 29 May, 2019 | Topics: Messages for U.S. Citizens, News, Press Releases | Tags: Enrollment on Arrival, Global Entry, LF Wade International Airport, US Consulate General Hamilton
A representative from the United States Social Security Administration (SSA) will visit Bermuda on June 4 and 5 to assist with social security and federal benefits matters. The representative will be available to answer questions from the public about matters including, but not limited to, social security number applications, applying for social security benefits, veterans ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 16 May, 2019 | Topics: Press Releases
The U.S. Consulate enjoyed spending time with colleagues and their families during the Consulate’s Annual Spring Celebration where kids and parents joined together to participate in fun activities including an Easter Egg Hunt!
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 18 April, 2019 | Topics: Events, News
A Collaborative Effort by International Organizations Makes Travel Possible Mystic, Conn. (April 12, 2019): A gray seal rescued in Bermuda on March 19 has arrived at Mystic Aquarium for the next leg of its long journey. After receiving care from the veterinary team and staff at the Bermuda Aquarium, Museum and Zoo (BAMZ) the ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 12 April, 2019 | Topics: Press Releases, Public Affairs, U.S. & Bermuda | Tags: BAMZ, Customs Border Protection, Gray Seal, Mystic Aquarium, Northern Atlantic Ocean, seal rescue Bermuda, US Consulate Hamilton
Consul General Constance Dierman visited the airport this morning to speak with Customs Border Protection (CBP) officers and members of their Diversity Program about Women’s History Month and her background and experience as a career member of the Senior Foreign Service. During her remarks, CG Dierman highlighted a number of courageous women who were recognized ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 25 March, 2019 | Topics: Consul General, Events
The U.S. Consulate and the Bermuda National will premiere
Balancing the Scales to celebrate Women’s History Month on Tuesday, March 26 at 6:00 p.m. at the National Library. The feature documentary created by lawyer and filmmaker Sharon Rowen, explores the history of women lawyers in the U.S. and cultural issues that they continue to face. In this groundbreaking ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 21 March, 2019 | Topics: Culture, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Bermuda | Tags: American Film Showcase, Balancing the Scales, Bermuda National Library, Film Screening Event, US Consulate General Hamilton, US History, Women Lawyers
U.S. Consul General Constance Dierman and Bishop Nicholas Dill invite residents and visitors of all ages to attend a free concert at the Cathedral of the Most Holy Trinity (‘Anglican Cathedral’) on Tuesday, March 19, at 12:30 p.m., featuring the Harvard
Krokodiloes and the
Radcliffe Pitches . As two of Harvard University’s oldest a Cappella groups, the Kroks ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 11 March, 2019 | Topics: Events, News | Tags: Cathedral of the Most Holy Trinity, Free Concert, Harvard Krokodiloes, Harvard University, Harvard University Performs in Bermuda, Meals on Wheels, Radcliffe Pitches
Consul General Dierman and Deputy Governor Alison Crocket joined thirty visiting members of the National Society United States Daughters of 1812 in remembering American soldiers and prisoners of war on February 24. CG Dierman and the Deputy Governor unveiled a plaque presented by the Daughters of 1812, featuring names of 15 POWs who were laid ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 28 February, 2019 | Topics: Consul General, Events, History, News, U.S. & Bermuda | Tags: american prisoners of war, american soldiers, Bermuda, Deputy Governor to Bermuda, history, National Society U.S. Daughters of 1812, St. Peter's Church Bermuda, U.S. Consulate General Hamilton
Paget Primary School transformed into a Bermuda Black History Museum on Thursday, February 21. Consul General Dierman joined Premier David Burt, Sir John Swan, Minister of Education Diallo Rabain, special honorees, parents and other visitors on a student-led tour throughout the school which featured detailed exhibits of Bermuda’s heroes. Thank you to all students and ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 22 February, 2019 | Topics: Art & Culture, Consul General, Events, News, U.S. & Bermuda | Tags: Bermuda heroes, Bermuda history, Black History Month, U.S. Consulate General Hamilton
The United States Consulate General and the Bermuda National Library invite you to attend a special screening of the award winning film “Green Book.” As Dr. Don Shirley, a world-class African-American pianist, embarks on a concert tour through the Deep South in 1962, he recruits a bouncer from an Italian-American neighborhood in the Bronx to ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 12 February, 2019 | Topics: Events, News
Global Entrepreneurship Summit 2019 – June 4-5, The Hague, the Netherlands To scale up your business, you need knowledge, a network, and funding. With all of these, powered by regulators, the Global Entrepreneurship Summit 2019 is the place to be. This summer in the Netherlands, two thousand next generation entrepreneurs, investors and thought-leaders from around the world come together to invest ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 4 February, 2019 | Topics: News | Tags: Bermuda, bermuda business, bermuda entrepreneurs, business, entrepreneur, GES2019, global entrepreneurship summit 2019, investors, networking
To celebrate Catholic Schools Week, Consul General Dierman visited Mount Saint Agnes Academy to say thank you to MSA administrators, faculty, and staff for helping students in Bermuda to learn, serve, lead, and succeed. Go Saints!
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 1 February, 2019 | Topics: Events, News | Tags: Bermuda, Catholic Schools Week, Education, Mount Saint Agnes Academy
The U.S. Consulate Hamilton will be CLOSED for the Christmas holiday. Christmas Closures We will be closed and there will be no visa, waiver or passport services on the following days: Monday, December 24 (
closed by Executive Order ) Tuesday, December 25 (UK Boxing Day holiday) Wednesday, December 26 (Christmas Day holiday) The U.S. Consulate Hamilton will ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 20 December, 2018 | Topics: News | Tags: Holiday Closures 2018, US Consulate General Hamilton
U.S. Consul General Constance Dierman and Mr. Roger Dierman invited guests to their home to attend a special holiday reception on December 13.
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 14 December, 2018 | Topics: News, Photo Gallery, Public Affairs | Tags: Holiday, Reception, U.S. Consulate General Hamilton
President Donald Trump has issued a proclamation appointing December 5, 2018, as a National Day of Mourning throughout the United States. The U.S. Consulate General in Bermuda will observe this day of homage to the memory of President George H.W. Bush, and, therefore, the Consulate will be closed. All appointments will be rescheduled. For emergencies, ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 3 December, 2018 | Topics: President of the United States, Press Releases
The U.S. Consulate General invited American speaker Stacey Ferreira to participate in Bermuda’s Global Entrepreneurship Week activities November 14 – 16. Ms. Ferreira will participate in outreach events facilitated by the U.S. Consulate General as well as events sponsored by the Bermuda Economic Development Corporation (BEDC) and other local partners. On November 16, Ms. Ferreira ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 13 November, 2018 | Topics: Events, Press Releases | Tags: GEW, global entrepreneurship week
The NASA Bermuda Tracking Station opened its facility on Cooper’s Island with an official ribbon cutting ceremony on November 5. U.S. Consul General to Bermuda Constance Dierman welcomed Deputy Premier, Walter Roban, former Premier Sir John Swan, Director of NASA’s International Space Station, Sam Scimemi, Director of the Wallops Flight Facility, Bill Wrobel, senior ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 6 November, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases, Science & Tech | Tags: NASA
October 18, 2018 — Alexandria, Va. — The Federal Voting Assistance Program (FVAP) has become aware of reports that some overseas voters are unable to access their state’s online voter registration and election systems. This is primarily due to states blocking web traffic from foreign countries in an effort to increase the cybersecurity of their ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 19 October, 2018 | Topics: Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: voting
In an effort to assist Bermudians while traveling overseas, the U.S. Consulate General is making available information regarding Bermudians’ privilege to enter the United States without a visa. This travel information is intended for Bermuda passport holders to have readily available in the event airline personnel or immigration officers outside Bermuda and the United States ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 12 September, 2018 | Topics: Notification, Press Releases, U.S. & Bermuda, Visas
Weather Alert:The Bermuda Weather Service is closely tracking Hurricane Florence, which is currently 1,170 miles east-southeast of the island, moving northwest at 12mph. Actions to Take: All U.S. citizens living in or traveling to Bermuda should monitor local weather reports, and follow directions from local officials. For more information, follow this link which is updated every 6 ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 6 September, 2018 | Topics: Security & Emergency Messages
The U.S. Consulate and Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute (BUEI) will end their free summer film series with Big Cats Episode 1, a documentary about endangered wildlife and the big cat species including tigers, lions, leopards and jaguars. The public is welcome to attend a free matinee on Saturday, August 25 at 2:00 p.m. Scientists are ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 20 August, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute, Free Summer Film Series, press release, US Consulate Hamilton
The U.S. Consulate is now offering a walk-in adult passport renewal service for United States citizens on Mondays and Tuesdays from 8:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Qualified applicants can deliver their completed passport renewal application, photograph, current U.S. passport and a payment of $110 to the U.S. Consulate without an appointment on the days and ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 14 August, 2018 | Topics: News, U.S. Citizen Services, U.S. Passports
A representative from the United States Social Security Administration (SSA) will visit Bermuda next week to assist American Citizens with social security matters. The representative will be available to answer questions from the public about matters including, but not limited to, social security number applications, applying for social security benefits, veterans benefits and any issues ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 19 July, 2018 | Topics: Federal Benefits, Notification, Press Releases, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: social security
The U.S. Consulate is partnering with the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute (BUEI) to offer a free summer film series May – August. The public is welcome to attend a free matinee on the last Saturday of each month featuring films that cover a range of interesting topics from women in science, ocean conservation, endangered wildlife ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 18 July, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases, Public Affairs
On July 3, the U.S. Consulate held its annual Independence Day celebration at ‘Cedarhurst’, the Consul General’s Official Residence. Newly appointed U.S. Consul General Constance Dierman and her husband Roger, hosted the event where they were introduced to many special guests and welcomed to Bermuda. Independence Day is a federal holiday commemorating the adoption of ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 10 July, 2018 | Topics: Uncategorized | Tags: Celebration, Fourth of July, Independence Day, July 4, U.S. Consulate Hamilton
The U.S. Consulate is partnering with the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute (BUEI) to offer a free summer film series May – August. The public is welcome to attend a free matinee on the last Saturday of each month featuring films that cover a range of interesting topics from women in science, ocean conservation, endangered wildlife ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 22 June, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: LGBTI, MattShepard, Pride Month, US Consulate Hamilton
The U.S. Consulate and BUEI Host a Free Summer Movie Series May - August.
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 24 May, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: Bermuda, BUEI, Free Movie, Free Summer Film Series, Hidden Figures, U.S. Consulate Hamilton
Saturday, April 22 marks the 48th Annual Earth Day celebration where communities all over the world will participate in cleanup efforts and promote reducing the use of harmful plastics. Mismanaged waste pollutes the environment and flows into our ocean, affecting marine health everywhere. Marine debris, including microplastics in the ocean, can lead to declining global ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 19 April, 2018 | Topics: Environment, Our Ocean
The U.S. Department of State has appointed Constance M. Dierman to serve as the next U.S. Consul General to Bermuda. Mrs. Dierman, a senior career diplomat, is currently serving as Deputy Assistant Secretary in the Bureau of Human Resources at the Department of State where she manages global human resource services, the administration of the ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 15 March, 2018 | Topics: Consul General, Press Releases
Consul General Mary Ellen Koenig hosted the
Women’s Resource Centre Bermuda and invited guests for an
International Womens Day event last night featuring virtual guest speaker Madeline Di Nonno, CEO of the
Geena Davis Institute on Gender in Media – the only research based non-profit organization working with the entertainment industry to improve gender diversity in children’s entertainment. With over 30 years’ experience in media, marketing and business development ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 12 March, 2018 | Topics: Gender Issues, Public Affairs
Bishop Nicholas Dill and U.S. Consul General Mary Ellen Koenig invite all ages to attend a free lunchtime concert at the Cathedral of the Most Holy Trinity (‘Anglican Cathedral’) on Tuesday, March 13th at 12:30, featuring the
Radcliffe Pitches , the Harvard
Krokodiloes and the
Din and Tonics . These Harvard a Capella groups have performed annually in Bermuda for over ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 2 March, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases, Public Affairs
The U.S. Consulate encourages those in need of routine consular services including the renewal of visas and U.S. passports to schedule appointments as soon as possible to avoid potential delays in service due to ongoing construction on the premises. Construction is underway on the Consulate grounds and is soon expected to impact the Consular Section. ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 23 February, 2018 | Topics: Consular Affairs, Press Releases
The Bermuda National Library and the U.S. Consulate will host a screening of the film Marshall in honor of Black History Month at the National Library on Queen Street on Thursday, February 22 at 6:00 p.m. Marshall, tells the story of a young Thurgood Marshall as he travels across the U.S. on behalf of the ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 21 February, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: Black History Month
After leasing “Cedarhurst” for nine years, the United States Government purchased the residence located on Wilkinson Avenue in Hamilton Parish earlier this week. The property will continue to serve as the official home for the U.S. Consul General to Bermuda. Consul General Mary Ellen Koenig commented, “I am delighted that this gracious and lovely Bermuda ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 2 February, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases
Consul General Koenig and the Bermuda exchange group welcomes Ms. Valerie Palamountain to Bermuda. From top left – Tawana Flood, Pandora Glasford, Jason Hayward, Consul General Mary Ellen Koenig, Valerie Palamountain, Dr. Radell Tankard, Judy Teart, George Outerbridge. For the first time in the 72-year history of the Fulbright Program, a U.S. academic ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 10 January, 2018 | Topics: Education, Press Releases, Scholarships and Exchanges
Consul General Koenig hosted a holiday reception for special guests on December 12.
Christmas Reception 2017 – video
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 14 December, 2017 | Topics: Photo Gallery, U.S. & Bermuda
As part of the Department of State’s continuous efforts to provide U.S. citizens traveling abroad with information about safety and security events, we are updating the Worldwide Caution with information on the continuing threat of terrorist actions, political violence, and criminal activity against U.S. citizens and interests abroad. This replaces the Worldwide Caution dated September ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 7 December, 2017 | Topics: Messages for U.S. Citizens, Security & Emergency Messages
The U.S. Consulate has invited American speaker Hilary Shelton to Bermuda to participate in a series of events leading up to Human Rights day on December 10. Mr. Shelton, Director of the National Association for the Advancement for Colored People (NAACP) Washington Bureau and Senior Vice President for Advocacy and Policy, will participate in activities ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 4 December, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases
U.S. Consul General Mary Ellen Koenig hosted a luncheon sponsored by Butterfield Bank for local entrepreneurs celebrating Women’s Entrepreneurship Day on November 17, featuring American guest speaker, Monica Dodi, founder of The Women’s Venture Capital Fund. The luncheon was part of a series of activities highlighting Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW) in partnership with the Bermuda ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 24 November, 2017 | Topics: Business, Press Releases | Tags: women
The Consulate participated in a series of events in partnership with the Bermuda Economic Development Corporation (BEDC) for
Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW), Nov. 13 – 20. To highlight BEDC’s 10th anniversary of participating this global initiative, which is celebrated in over 150 countries, the Consulate invited two American speakers to participate in a series of Bermuda’s GEW activities. ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 21 November, 2017 | Topics: Business, Consul General, Education | Tags: entrepreneur
1. The Department of State alerts U.S. citizens to the heightened risk of terrorist attacks throughout Europe, particularly during the holiday season. U.S. citizens should exercise caution at holiday festivals and events. This Travel Alert expires on January 31, 2018. 2. Recent, widely-reported incidents in France, Russia, Sweden, the United Kingdom, Spain, and Finland demonstrate ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 17 November, 2017 | Topics: Security & Emergency Messages, Travel & Tourism
On Saturday, Nov. 11 U.S. Consul General Koenig participated in Remembrance Day ceremonies held in both Hamilton and the St. George’s Town Square.
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 14 November, 2017 | Topics: Consul General, U.S. & Bermuda
We celebrated International Education Week on Friday, November 9 by hosting a luncheon to recognize high school counselors and teachers who promote international education here in Bermuda. The Consulate was happy to share information about the resources on higher education opportunities in the United States that are available at the EducationUSA educational advising center at ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 9 November, 2017 | Topics: Education | Tags: EducationUSA
The U.S. Consulate has invited two American speakers to participate in Bermuda’s Global Entrepreneurship Week activities. The two speakers, Monica Dodi and Buzzy Thibodeaux, will participate in events sponsored by the Bermuda Economic Development Corporation (BEDC) and other local partners. On November 17, Ms. Dodi will highlight Women’s Entrepreneurship Day by participating in a breakfast ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 8 November, 2017 | Topics: Business, Press Releases | Tags: entrepreneur
Date & Time: Thursday, November 16, 2017, 9:00 EST / 14:00 UTC Event page: https://www.facebook.com/EducationUSA/ Want to go to a U.S. college or university, but don’t know where to start? Join EducationUSA for an interactive webchat on “College and University Admission Explained.” Experts on U.S. higher education, international students and U.S. Department of State will ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 6 November, 2017 | Topics: Education, U.S. & Bermuda
This year’s Global Entrepreneurship Summit (GES) highlights the theme “Women First, Prosperity for All” and focuses on supporting women entrepreneurs and fostering economic growth globally. The increased participation of women and marginalized groups in the economy is a valuable source of expertise and leadership for businesses, but also empowers and strengthens families and communities. Marginalized ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 19 October, 2017 | Topics: Business, Economic Issues | Tags: entrepreneur
The Experience of Studying in the USA October 4th, 2017 2:30 – 4:00 pm Bermuda College: Education USA Advising Centre/Counselling & Career Centre Overview: One of the most attractive features of the U.S. higher education system is the flexibility if provides through the number and diversity of institution types it encompasses. Learn more about the ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 12 October, 2017 | Topics: Education, Study in the U.S.
The Social Security Administration (SSA) has consolidated its overseas operations into several regional offices that provide a full range of SSA services for U.S. citizens residing outside of the United States. Effective October 1, 2017, individuals residing in Bermuda who require social security services or have questions about SSA benefits must email
SJRegion@ssa.gov . As of ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 12 October, 2017 | Topics: Messages for U.S. Citizens, Press Releases
The U.S. Consul General and Consulate staff participated in the Annual
Keep Bermuda Beautiful ‘EY Coastal Cleanup’ on Friday, September 15th, joining hundreds of volunteers in collecting trash and debris around the island over the weekend. Take a look at what we collected at Blue Hole Park.
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 12 October, 2017 | Topics: Environment, Our Ocean, Public Affairs
As part of the Department of State’s continuous efforts to provide U.S. citizens traveling abroad with information about safety and security events, we are updating the Worldwide Caution with information on the continuing threat of terrorist actions, political violence, and criminal activity against U.S. citizens and interests abroad. This replaces the Worldwide Caution dated March ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 15 September, 2017 | Topics: Security & Emergency Messages, Travel & Tourism, U.S. Citizen Services
The State of Alabama will conduct a special general election on Tuesday, December 12, 2017, for the office of U.S. Senator to replace Jeff Sessions. Service members, eligible family members and overseas citizens may use the Federal Post Card Application (FPCA), which is the registration and ballot request form accepted by all States and territories. ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 14 September, 2017 | Topics: News, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: voting
The State of Alabama will conduct a special primary runoff election on Tuesday, September 26, 2017, for the office of U.S. Senator to replace Jeff Sessions. A special primary election was held on August 15, 2017. With no candidate receiving more than 50% of the vote, a special primary runoff election will now be held ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 22 August, 2017 | Topics: News, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: voting
The State of Utah will conduct a special general election on Tuesday, November 7, 2017, for the 3rd Congressional District to replace Jason Chaffetz who resigned from Congress on June 30. This district consists of Carbon, Emery, Grand, San Juan and Wasatch counties as well as portions of Salt Lake and Utah counties. Service members, ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 10 August, 2017 | Topics: News, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: voting
U.S. Consul General Mary Ellen Koenig released the following statement regarding the death on Saturday of former U.S. Consul General Bob Farmer:- On behalf of the U.S. Consulate, our condolences go out to the family and friends of former U.S. Consul General Bob Farmer. I know that Bob was an enormously popular figure when he ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 25 July, 2017 | Topics: Consul General, Press Releases
The U.S. Consulate held its annual Independence Day celebration at Consul General Mary Ellen Koenig’s official residence, ‘Cedarhurst’, on July 3. The event was attended by over 400 guests including Governor John Rankin, Premier Michael Dunkley, members of Parliament and other Bermuda Government officials.
Please click here to view more photos. Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 5 July, 2017 | Topics: Photo Gallery, U.S. & Bermuda
The U.S. Consulate held its annual Independence Day celebration at Consul General Mary Ellen Koenig’s official residence, ‘Cedarhurst’, on July 3. The event was attended by over 400 guests including Governor John Rankin, Premier Michael Dunkley, members of Parliament and other Bermuda Government officials.
Please click here to view more photos. Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 5 July, 2017 | Topics: Photo Gallery, U.S. & Bermuda
The U.S. Coast Guard Cutter VENTUROUS (WMEC 625) is scheduled to arrive in Bermuda this week, as it continues its Living Marine Resources patrol in the Atlantic Ocean, enforcing fisheries laws and ensuring vessels conform with Safety Of Life At Sea (SOLAS) regulations. The cutter will be moored at Penno’s Wharf in St. George. VENTUROUS ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 15 June, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. & Bermuda
The Bermuda National Library and the U.S. Consulate will host a book donation ceremony followed by the screening of the movie Hidden Figures at the National Library on Queen Street on Thursday, June 15th at 5:30 p.m. Hidden Figures, tells the story of three African-American women working at NASA who made major – previously unacknowledged ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 9 June, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases, Public Affairs
The Department of State alerts U.S. citizens to the Hurricane and Typhoon Seasons in the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, the Caribbean, and the Gulf of Mexico. Hurricane and Typhoon Season will last through November 2017, though most tropical cyclones typically develop between May and October. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) recommends that those ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 7 June, 2017 | Topics: Emergency Services, Security & Emergency Messages, Travel & Tourism | Tags: hurricane
The State of Alabama will conduct a special primary election on Tuesday, August 15, 2017, for the office of U.S. Senator to replace Jeff Sessions. The special runoff election will be held on September 26, 2017. The special general election will be held on December 12, 2017. Service members, eligible family members and overseas citizens ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 30 May, 2017 | Topics: U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: voting
The U.S. Consulate hosted a welcome reception on board the US Coast Guard Cutter Eagle Tall Ship on May 18.
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 23 May, 2017 | Topics: Photo Gallery | Tags: Eagle
On May 18, the U.S. Consulate and the U.S. Coast Guard recognized four shipping companies registered in Bermuda for participating in the United States Coast Guard’s (USCGC) voluntary search and rescue network, AMVER (Automated Mutual-Assistance Vessel Rescue). Search and rescue authorities around the world use the voluntary ship reporting system to assist ships and aircraft ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 22 May, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: Eagle
The U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Eagle is scheduled to arrive in Bermuda this week as part of its 2017 cadet summer training deployment. The ship will be moored along Front Street, Hamilton. The Eagle will be open for free public tours on the following dates and times: Friday, May 19 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 16 May, 2017 | Topics: Events, Press Releases
The State of Georgia will conduct a special runoff election on Tuesday, June 20, 2017, for the 6th Congressional District to replace Tom Price who was confirmed as the U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary. This district consists of parts of Cobb, DeKalb, and Fulton counties. A special election was held on April 18, 2017. ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 15 May, 2017 | Topics: U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: voting
The U.S. Consulate will launch its first Facebook Q&A session where questions about travel to the United States, passports, visas and waivers will be answered during a live chat on May 2. The public is encouraged to log on between 1:00 – 2:00 pm and submit questions to the Consulate’s Facebook page – facebook.com/usconshamilton. Consular ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 28 April, 2017 | Topics: Consular Affairs, Press Releases
Have questions about travel to the United States, passports, visas or waivers? The U.S. Consulate’s consular staff will answer questions related to consular services during a live Facebook Q&A chat on Tuesday, May 2. The public is encouraged to log onto Facebook between 1:00 – 2:00 PM and join the conversation on the U.S. Consulate’s ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 27 April, 2017 | Topics: Consular Affairs, Public Affairs
On April 25, the U.S. Consulate will take to the airwaves, appearing on two radio shows, first on the Sherri Simmons Show, MAGIC 1027 FM at 12:30 pm, then on the Shirley Dill Show, VSB 106FM at 2:00 pm. Questions will be answered by U.S. Consul General Mary Ellen Koenig, Consular Chief Mila Millman, and ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 21 April, 2017 | Topics: Consular Affairs, Press Releases
The State of California will conduct a special general election on Tuesday, June 6, 2017, for the 34th Congressional District to replace Xavier Becerra who was confirmed as Attorney General of California. This district consists of part of Los Angeles County. A primary election was held on April 4, 2017, with no candidate receiving more ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 19 April, 2017 | Topics: News, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: voting
Consul General Koenig celebrated Earth Day 2017 with a series of activities at Bermuda’s GLOBE school, Paget Primary, on April 13. After the screening of Ocean Warriors: Episode 1, students took CG Koenig on a tour of the school’s compost gardens where they compile waste, building up soil for the garden plots on school grounds. ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 18 April, 2017 | Topics: Consul General, Education | Tags: Earth Day
The U.S. Consulate’s phone systems are temporarily down due to the thunderstorms on the weekend. We are working as quickly as possible to put them back on line. In the meantime, please review this website for all pertinent information. We are sorry for any inconvenience.
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 10 April, 2017 | Topics: Consular Affairs
The State of South Carolina will conduct a special primary election on Tuesday, May 2, 2017, for the 5th Congressional District to replace Mick Mulvaney who was confirmed as the Director of the U.S. Office of Management and Budget. This district consists of Cherokee, Chester, Fairfield, Kershaw, Lancaster, Lee, Union, and York counties, and portions ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 23 March, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: voting
March 22, 2017 5:30 – 7:00 pm Bermuda College: Education USA Advising Centre/Counselling & Career Centre Overview: Research Your Options Finance Your Studies Complete Your Application Student Visa Prepare For Your Departure
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 21 March, 2017 | Topics: Education, Events | Tags: EducationUSA
The Harvard Krokodiloes and the Radcliffe Pitches raised over $700 to help Saving Children and Revealing Secrets (
SCARS ) during a free public concert on March 14 at the Cathedral of the Most Holy Trinity (‘Anglican Cathedral’). Both groups performed at the Consul General’s residence on March 16 during a reception for special guests. ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 20 March, 2017 | Topics: Consul General, Photo Gallery, Public Affairs
The State of Montana will conduct a special election on Thursday, May 25, 2017, for its at-large Congressional District to replace Ryan Zinke who was confirmed as the U.S. Secretary of the Interior. This district represents all counties in Montana. Service members, eligible family members and overseas citizens may use the Federal Post Card Application ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 16 March, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: voting
Bishop Nicholas Dill and U.S. Consul General Mary Ellen Koenig invite all ages to attend a free lunchtime concert at the Cathedral of the Most Holy Trinity (‘Anglican Cathedral’) on Tuesday, March 14th at 12:00 noon, featuring the
Radcliffe Pitches and the
Harvard Krokodiloes . This is the 10th year that the Harvard a Capella groups have performed publically ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 9 March, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases, Public Affairs
1. As part of the Department of State’s continuous efforts to provide U.S. citizens traveling abroad with information about safety and security events, we are updating the Worldwide Caution with information on the continuing threat of terrorist actions, political violence, and criminal activity against U.S. citizens and interests abroad. This replaces the Worldwide Caution ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 6 March, 2017 | Topics: Security & Emergency Messages, Travel & Tourism
U.S. immigration policy related to Bermuda has NOT changed and Bermudians do NOT require a visa to enter the United States, as has been long-standing policy. Per 8 CFR 212.1, Bermudian passport holders are visa exempt. 8 CFR 212.1 States: Citizens of the British Overseas Territory of Bermuda – A visa is generally not required ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 2 March, 2017 | Topics: Alert, News, U.S. & Bermuda, Visa Waiver Program, Visas
The State of Georgia will conduct a special election on Tuesday, April 18, 2017, for the 6th Congressional District to replace Tom Price who was confirmed as the U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary. This district consists of parts of northern Atlanta and parts of surrounding counties such as Cobb, Fulton, and Dekalb. Service members, ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 23 February, 2017 | Topics: U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: voting
February 22, 2017 5:30 – 7:00 pm Bermuda College: Education USA Advising Centre/Counselling & Career Centre Overview: One of the most attractive features of the U.S. higher education system is the flexibility if provides through the number and diversity of institution types it encompasses. Learn more about the variety of available U.S. higher education options, ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 16 February, 2017 | Topics: Education, News | Tags: EducationUSA
The Bermuda National Library and the U.S. Consulate will host two movie screenings in honor of Black History Month at the National Library on Queen Street on Tuesday, February 7 and 21. The National Library will screen Freedom Riders on February 7 at 6:00 p.m. and Red Tails on February 21 at 6:00 p.m. Freedom ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 16 February, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases, Public Affairs
The State of California will conduct a special primary election on Tuesday, April 4, 2017, for the 34th Congressional District to replace Xavier Becerra who was confirmed as Attorney General of California. This district consists of part of Los Angeles County. If no candidate receives more than 50% of the vote, a special general election ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 14 February, 2017 | Topics: U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: voting
The State of Kansas will conduct a special election on Tuesday, April 11, 2017, for the 4th Congressional District to replace Mike Pompeo who resigned from the U.S. House of Representatives when he was confirmed and formally sworn in as the Director of the Central Intelligence Agency. This district consists of all or part of ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 6 February, 2017 | Topics: News, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: voting
The Royal Bermuda Regiment – Public Relations Office MEDIA RELEASE FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2017 U.S. MILITARY GIFTS FOUR VEHICLES TO RBR The U.S. military will next week hand over three refurbished vans and a truck to the Royal Bermuda Regiment (RBR). The vehicles, three Toyota vans and an Isuzu truck, were formerly ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 6 February, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: military
Consul General Mary Ellen Koenig will host an information session about exchange opportunities available to young Bermudians to work and travel in the United States. This session is open to young people from any school in Bermuda and their parents, but please note that these opportunities are only open to young people over the age ...
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 6 February, 2017 | Topics: Education, Press Releases
On January 19, Consul General Koenig hosted the viewing of a documentary on Humpback Whales at Paget Primary School. The school’s science committee, sponsored by the Global Learning Observation to Benefit the Environment Program (GLOBE), organized the screening where students demonstrated the importance of keeping our ocean, reefs and air clean.
Read More» By U.S. Consulate General Hamilton | 27 January, 2017 | Topics: Our Ocean, Photo Gallery
