Employment Opportunities
Thank you for your interest in employment with the U.S. Mission in Barbados, the Eastern Caribbean, and the OECS. To view a current list of…
Emergency response capabilities enhanced with donation of new ambulance to Ministry of Health
St. Kitts and Nevis Red Cross Society (SKNRCS), has partnered with the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) and the United…
The United States Announces a US$4 billion Contribution to a Global Vaccine Initiative
On February 18, 2021, the United States announced a $4 billion contribution to support the purchase and delivery of safe and effective COVID-19 vaccines for…
U.S. Provides Forklift to Dominica’s Office of Disaster Management
The United States Embassy donated a forklift to Dominica’s Office of Disaster Management to enhance Dominica’s disaster readiness and resilience. The equipment was acquired through…
Saint Lucia Independence Day
PRESS STATEMENT ANTONY J. BLINKEN, SECRETARY OF STATE FEBRUARY 22, 2021 On behalf of the United States Government, it is my pleasure to congratulate the…
Crisis Communications TechCamp kicks off with Virtual Meet and Greet Session
A virtual meet and greet session for participants of the Crisis Communication TechCamp took place on Wednesday, February 17, 2021. The event was coordinated by…
United States Completes First Maritime Vessel Upgrade in Dominica
On Monday, February 1, work was completed on the first of Dominica Marine Unit’s two nearshore intercept vessels, as part of a US$800,000 modernization initiative…
Antigua and Barbuda National Participates in Prestigious Fulbright Program
The U.S. Embassy to Barbados, the Eastern Caribbean, and the Organization of the Eastern Caribbean States is pleased to announce the Fulbright Foreign Students Scholarship…
Grenadian Participates in Prestigious Fulbright Program
The U.S. Embassy to Barbados, the Eastern Caribbean, and the Organization of the Eastern Caribbean States is pleased to announce the Fulbright Foreign Student Scholarship…
Apply for OneBeat Virtual
OneBeat announces an exciting new series of virtual exchanges in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. OneBeat Virtual will digitally convene 70 musicians from up to…
U.S. Visa Renewal Interview Waiver Extended to Antigua and Barbuda
As part of the United States Government’s continuing efforts to facilitate travel with our Caribbean partners, improve customer service during the COVID-19 pandemic, and streamline…
U.S. Visa Renewal Interview Waiver Extended to the Commonwealth of Dominica
As part of the United States Government’s continuing efforts to facilitate travel with our Caribbean partners, improve customer service during the COVID-19 pandemic, and streamline…
Grenada Independence Day
PRESS STATEMENT ANTONY J. BLINKEN, SECRETARY OF STATE FEBRUARY 7, 2021 On behalf of the government of the United States, I congratulate the people of…
U.S. Visa Renewal Interview Waiver Extended to St. Vincent and the Grenadines
As part of the United States Government’s continuing efforts to facilitate travel with our Caribbean partners, improve customer service during the COVID-19 pandemic, and streamline…
Statement by President Joe Biden on Black History Month
This February, during Black History Month, I call on the American people to honor the history and achievements of Black Americans and to reflect on…
National Freedom Day: Deepening Our Resolve to Fight Human Trafficking
Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State Today marks National Freedom Day, a day that commemorates President Abraham Lincoln’s signing of the joint resolution that established…
Waiver Process for CDC Order on Pre-Flight COVID Testing
Effective January 26, all airline passengers to the United States ages two years and older must provide either a negative COVID-19 viral test taken within three calendar days of travel or provide a positive test result and documentation from a…
U.S. Embassy seeks proposals for the 2021 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund
The Embassy of the United States to Barbados, the Eastern Caribbean and the OECS (U.S. Embassy Bridgetown) announces an open call for past participants (“alumni”)…
U.S. Embassy Cancels All Non-Immigrant Visa Appointments
Due to changes in Barbados’s general COVID-19 posture, Embassy Bridgetown has canceled all nonimmigrant visa appointments effective Thursday, January 28. If you have an urgent…
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