The Department of State alerts U.S. citizens to the Hurricane Season which lasts through November 2022. Hurricane Season in the Atlantic begins June 1 and runs through November 30. The
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) Climate Prediction Center expects the 2022 season to be above average for the seventh consecutive year. NOAA predicts that the 2022 Atlantic hurricane season will produce: 14 to 21 ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 25 May, 2022 | Topics: Alert
U.S. Consular Officer to Hold Appointments for U.S. Citizens in Anguilla, Saint Barthélemy, and French Saint Martin June 8-9, 2022 We are pleased to announce that a Consular Officer from the U.S. Embassy to Barbados, the Eastern Caribbean, and the Organization of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) will visit Anguilla on Wednesday, June 8 to Thursday ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 24 May, 2022 | Topics: News, Press Releases
Grammy award-winning musician Tim Kubart and his band, Tim and the Space Cadets, joined the Dominica Festival of Arts, DOMFESTA, with concerts across the island May 20-23. The U.S. Embassy hosted the award-winning musical group as part of its arts envoy program in partnership with the Dominica Ministry of Sports, Culture, and Community Development. From schools in ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 23 May, 2022 | Topics: News, Press Releases
Castries – May 17, 2022 The four islands which comprise Peace Corps Eastern Caribbean (PCEC) are abuzz with preparations to receive the first Volunteers since global operations were suspended two years ago because of the pandemic. The occasion is a distinct honor for the Eastern Caribbean as its four islands are among the first countries ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 18 May, 2022 | Topics: News, Press Releases
PRESS STATEMENT ANTONY J. BLINKEN, SECRETARY OF STATE MAY 17, 2022 The United States affirms today, on the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Interphobia, and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT), that the human rights of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and intersex (LGBTQI+) persons are the same human rights to which all persons are entitled. As enshrined in Article 1 ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 17 May, 2022 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
U.S. Embassy Bridgetown Online Auction The U.S. Embassy is currently holding an online auction that closes Monday May 16th, 2022 to dispose of excess U.S. government property that is beyond its lifecycle. The items for the auction can be viewed online here:
https://online-auction.state.gov/ Winners MUST deposit/transfer the total amount of their winning bid into the Embassy’s bank account and provide a receipt along with a valid ID for collection of their items; no in person payments will be accepted! Bank Account ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 13 May, 2022 | Topics: Events, News
April 29, 2022 Good afternoon, everyone. Good afternoon. Thank you all for joining us today for this very important meeting. I am Kamala Harris, and I’m pleased to welcome you all to this conversation and this convening. As a neighbor in the Western Hemisphere, the United States shares a common bond with the nations of ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 3 May, 2022 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
To celebrate World Book and Copyright Day 2022, the U.S. Embassy donated copies of the book The Journey of Bim along with STEM-themed children’s titles to seven primary schools across Barbados. Participating in one of the donations at the Vauxhall Primary School were U.S. Congressional Representatives Barbara Lee (D-CA) and Robin Kelly (D-IL). They were ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 30 April, 2022 | Topics: News, Press Releases
Implementers and graduates of the Academy for Women Entrepreneurs (AWE) in Barbados, Saint Lucia, and Antigua and Barbuda shared their business success and challenges with U.S. House Committee on Financial Services Chairwoman Maxine Waters and members of the U.S. Congressional Delegation both in-person and virtually at the Barbados Hilton on Thursday, April 21. AWE ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 29 April, 2022 | Topics: News, Press Releases
Twenty legislators from Barbados, the Eastern Caribbean, and the United States gathered at the Hilton Barbados for a governance workshop hosted by the U.S. House Democracy Partnership on Saturday, April 23. They were joined by U.S. Ambassador Linda Taglialatela, Barbadian Ambassador Noel Lynch, and Antiguan Barbudan Ambassador Ronald Sanders. Representatives from the National Democratic Institute and International ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 29 April, 2022 | Topics: News, Press Releases
U.S. Social Security and other Federal Benefits Services Individual Consultations Bridgetown, Barbados – May 16 through May 18, 2022 The U.S. Embassy Bridgetown is pleased to announce that representatives from the Regional Federal Benefits Office will visit Barbados to offer services for beneficiaries or individuals with questions about U.S. Social Security and other federal ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 29 April, 2022 | Topics: News, Press Releases
Ten Barbadian filmmakers completed a five-day documentary film workshop at the 1ofK Penthouse on the Limegrove Rooftop Saturday, April 23 with the screening of two documentary shorts. With support from Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc. (BTMI) and TEN Habitat, U.S. filmmakers Cole Sax and Mack Woodruff led the American Film Showcase (AFS) workshop. They collaborated with ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 27 April, 2022 | Topics: News, Press Releases
A VARIETY OF ITEMS All bids must be placed exclusively online at
https://online-auction.state.gov/ Once the auction Closes, Winners MUST pay via the bank ONLY! NO cash/in person payments will be accepted. Successful bidders should deposit/transfer the total amount into the Embassy’s bank account and provide the physical receipt and valid identification upon collection. Bank Account info: ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 26 April, 2022 | Topics: Events, News
U.S. Consular Officer to Hold Appointments for U.S. Citizens in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines May 5-6, 2022 We are pleased to announce that a Consular Officer from the U.S. Embassy to Barbados, the Eastern Caribbean, and the Organization of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) will visit Saint Vincent and the Grenadines on Thursday, May 5 ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 25 April, 2022 | Topics: News, Press Releases
On April 20, Chairwoman of the U.S. House Committee on Financial Services, Maxine Waters (D-CA), joined Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley to co-host a Caribbean Financial Access Roundtable at the Lloyd Erskine Sandiford Center in Barbados. The full-day roundtable focused on concrete proposals to tackle the challenges that small island states face due to the ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 21 April, 2022 | Topics: News, Press Releases
April 19, 2022 Level 1 Travel Advisory Updates for Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean Given the increases in international travel, the availability of effective COVID-19 mitigation measures, and recently announced changes to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) COVID-19 Travel Health Notice (THN) process, the U.S. Department of State has reassessed how ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 20 April, 2022 | Topics: Alert
A delegation of six members of the U.S. Congress arrived to Barbados April 18 and 19 to reinforce the strong U.S.-Barbadian bilateral relationship and explore opportunities to expand access to financial services and banking in the Caribbean. The congressional delegation, led by the Chairwoman of the U.S. House Committee on Financial Services, Maxine Waters (D-CA), ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 20 April, 2022 | Topics: News, Press Releases
Funding Opportunity Title: Women in Politics Leadership Institute Program Coordinator Funding Opportunity Number: PAS-BGI-FY22-03 Deadline for Applications: May 15, 2022 Assistance Listing Number: 19.040 – Public Diplomacy Programs Total Amount Available: $20,000.00 A. PROGRAM DESCRIPTION The Public Affairs Section (PAS), U.S. Embassy Bridgetown, of the U.S. Department of State announces an open competition for eligible ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 19 April, 2022 | Topics: Education, News | Tags: Women in Politics
U.S. Embassy Bridgetown is pleased to announce that on April 15 Barbadian musician Juanita Clarke traveled to the United States to participate in the U.S. Embassy’s OneBeat program. Juanita is the 2020 finalist from Barbados, but due to the COVID-19 pandemic the program was postponed until this month. Known as Juanz in music circles, she ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 19 April, 2022 | Topics: News, Press Releases
Location: British Virgin Islands Event: The Department of State has issued a
Travel Advisory Level 1 – Exercise Normal Precautions for the British Virgin Islands. Exercise normal precautions in the British Virgin Islands. Read the
country information page for additional information on travel to the British Virgin Islands. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has determined the British Virgin Islands have a low level of ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 18 April, 2022 | Topics: Alert
Location: Montserrat Event: The Department of State has issued a
Travel Advisory Level 1 – Exercise Normal Precautions for Montserrat. Exercise normal precautions in Montserrat. Read the
country information page for additional information on travel to Montserrat. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has determined Montserrat has a low level of COVID-19. Visit the CDC page for the latest
Travel Health Information related to your travel. If you ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 18 April, 2022 | Topics: Alert
Location: French West Indies Event: The Department of State has issued a
Travel Advisory Level 1 – Exercise Normal Precautions for the French West Indies. Exercise normal precautions in the French West Indies, which includes the islands of Guadeloupe, Martinique, French Saint Martin, and Saint Barthélemy. Read the
country information page for additional information on travel to the French West Indies. The Centers for Disease Control and ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 18 April, 2022 | Topics: Alert
Location: Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Event: The Department of State has issued a
Travel Advisory Level 1 – Exercise Normal Precautions for Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. Exercise normal precautions in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. Read the Department of State’s
country information page before you plan any international travel. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has determined Saint Vincent and the Grenadines has ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 18 April, 2022 | Topics: Alert
Location: Saint Lucia Event: The Department of State has issued a
Travel Advisory Level 1 – Exercise Normal Precautions for Saint Lucia. Exercise normal precautions in Saint Lucia. Read the
country information page for additional information on travel to Saint Lucia. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has determined Saint Lucia has a high level of COVID-19. Visit the CDC page for the latest
Travel Health Information related ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 18 April, 2022 | Topics: Alert
Location: Saint Kitts and Nevis Event: The Department of State has issued a
Travel Advisory Level 1 – Exercise Normal Precautions for Saint Kitts and Nevis. Exercise normal precautions during travel to Saint Kitts and Nevis. Read the
country information page for additional information on travel to St. Kitts and Nevis. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has determined St. Kitts and Nevis ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 18 April, 2022 | Topics: Alert
Location: Dominica Event: The Department of State has issued a
Travel Advisory Level 1 – Exercise Normal Precautions for Dominica. Exercise normal precautions in Dominica. Read the
country information page for additional information on travel to Dominica. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has determined Dominica has a high level of COVID-19. Visit the CDC page for the latest
Travel Health Information related to your travel. If you ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 18 April, 2022 | Topics: Alert
Location: Barbados Event: The Department of State has issued a
Travel Advisory Level 1 – Exercise Normal Precautions for Barbados. Exercise normal precautions in Barbados. Read the
country information page for additional information on travel to Barbados. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has determined Barbados has a high level of COVID-19. Visit the CDC page for the latest
Travel Health Information related to your travel. If ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 18 April, 2022 | Topics: Alert
Location: Antigua and Barbuda Event: The Department of State has issued a
Travel Advisory Level 1 – Exercise Normal Precautions for Antigua and Barbuda. Exercise normal precautions in Antigua and Barbuda. Read the
country information page for additional information on travel to Antigua and Barbuda. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has determined Antigua and Barbuda has a high level of COVID-19. Visit the CDC ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 18 April, 2022 | Topics: Alert
Location: Anguilla Event: The Department of State has issued a
Travel Advisory Level 1 – Exercise Normal Precautions for Anguilla. Read the
country information page for additional information on travel to Anguilla. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has determined Anguilla has a high level of COVID-19. Visit the CDC page for the latest
Travel Health Information related to your travel. If you decide to travel to Anguilla: ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 18 April, 2022 | Topics: Alert
The Spearhead-class expeditionary fast transport ship USNS Burlington arrived at the Port of Bridgetown, Barbados on April 11 for a two-day port call to conduct joint training exercises with the Barbados Defense Force. Sailors from Burlington’s military detachment conducted subject matter expert exchanges with the Barbados Coast Guard, including small arms training and exchanging preventative ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 14 April, 2022 | Topics: News, Press Releases
April 12, 2022 (Bridgetown, Barbados) – Eight young innovators from across the Eastern Caribbean received information technology (IT) equipment from the United States Government, through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), to support their innovation and entrepreneurship in areas related to climate and disaster resilience. The suite of IT products was presented today ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 12 April, 2022 | Topics: News, Press Releases
Travel Advisory Update for Saint Vincent and the Grenadines to Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions – U.S. Embassy Bridgetown, Barbados (April 11, 2022) Location: Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Event: The Department of State has issued a
Travel Advisory Level 1 – Exercise Normal Precautions for Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. Exercise normal precautions during travel to Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 11 April, 2022 | Topics: Alert
Travel Advisory Update for Saint Kitts and Nevis to Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions – U.S. Embassy Bridgetown, Barbados (April 11, 2022) Location: Saint Kitts and Nevis Event: The Department of State has issued a
Travel Advisory Level 1 – Exercise Normal Precautions for Saint Kitts and Nevis. Exercise normal precautions during travel to Saint Kitts and Nevis. Read the Department of State’s
COVID-19 page ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 11 April, 2022 | Topics: Alert
On Thursday, April 7, the U.S. Embassy in Bridgetown donated scholarship, study, and test preparation materials to the Samuel Jackman Prescod Institute of Technology (SJPI). U.S. Embassy Public Affairs Officer Larry Socha and SJPI Principal Mr. Ian Drakes participated in the exchange. The resources are an important addition to the SJPI Media Resource Center, which ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 7 April, 2022 | Topics: News
The Antigua & Barbuda Defence Force (ABDF) hosted soldiers from the Florida National Guard (FLNG) Security Forces Assistance Brigade (SFAB), who were on island to participate in a series of training exercises which began on March 24 and concluded April 5. The exchange provided both the ABDF and FLNG operational training to include small unit ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 7 April, 2022 | Topics: News
Location: Saint Lucia Event: The Department of State has issued a
Travel Advisory Level 3 – Reconsider Travel for Saint Lucia due to COVID-19. Reconsider travel to Saint Lucia due to COVID-related conditions. Read the Department of State’s
COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 3 Travel Health Notice for
Saint Lucia due to COVID-19, indicating a high level of COVID-19. Your ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 4 April, 2022 | Topics: Alert
Location: Antigua and Barbuda Event: The Department of State has issued a
Travel Advisory Level 3 – Reconsider Travel for Antigua and Barbuda due to COVID-19. Reconsider travel to Antigua and Barbuda due to COVID-related conditions. Read the Department of State’s
COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 3 Travel Health Notice for
Antigua and Barbuda due to COVID-19, indicating a high level ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 4 April, 2022 | Topics: Alert
March 30, 2022 On Wednesday, March 30, U.S. Ambassador to Grenada Linda Taglialatela and Principal Officer to Grenada Karl Duckworth joined Minister of Carriacou and Petite Martinique Affairs Hon. Kindra Maturine-Stewart at a handing over ceremony for a new emergency operations centre and warehouse in Carriacou. This centre will serve as an important site for ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 30 March, 2022 | Topics: News
Travel Advisory Update for Saint Kitts and Nevis to Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution – U.S. Embassy Bridgetown, Barbados (March 28, 2022) Location: Saint Kitts and Nevis Event: The Department of State has issued a
Travel Advisory Level 2 – Exercise Increased Caution for Saint Kitts and Nevis due to COVID-19. Exercise increased caution during travel to Saint Kitts ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 29 March, 2022 | Topics: Alert
A VARIETY OF WORKSHOP ITEMS All bids must be placed exclusively online at
https://online-auction.state.gov/ ONLINE AUCTION Monday, April 11, 2022 Closes 11:30am Once the auction Closes, Winners MUST pay via the bank ONLY! NO cash/in person payments will be accepted. Successful bidders should deposit/transfer the total amount into the Embassy’s bank account and provide the physical ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 29 March, 2022 | Topics: Events, News
For Immediate Release March 25, 2022 The United States Government today, announced plans to provide $1.5 million in urgent COVID-19 assistance through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) for countries including Antigua and Barbuda, Dominica, Grenada, Barbados, St. Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, The Bahamas, Guyana, Suriname, and ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 25 March, 2022 | Topics: News, Press Releases
We are pleased to announce that a Consular Officer from the U.S. Embassy to Barbados, the Eastern Caribbean, and the Organization of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) will visit St. Lucia on Tuesday, April 5 to Wednesday, April 6, 2022 to provide limited, routine U.S. Citizens Services and accept applications for U.S. passports and Consular Reports ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 23 March, 2022 | Topics: News, Press Releases
The U.S. Embassy hosted an evening of film and conversation at 1ofK Penthouse in Limegrove Tuesday, March 22, to share information on the upcoming American Film Showcase Documentary Workshop April 19-24. Applications are now open to film students, amateur filmmakers, and professionals to work alongside U.S. filmmakers Cole Sax and Mack Woodruff to develop, shoot, ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 23 March, 2022 | Topics: News, Press Releases
People across the globe have been shocked and moved by the harrowing scenes from Ukraine. Whole cities are being destroyed by Russian missiles, with hospitals, apartment buildings and railway stations reduced to rubble. Thousands have been killed, including many children. Three million people – equivalent to the entire population of Jamaica – have fled their ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 21 March, 2022 | Topics: News, Press Releases
In collaboration with the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), the United States Government through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), donated 1,525 hand sanitizing stations with temperature monitors and vaccination messages to the Ministry of Education at the Arthur Smith Primary School on March 10, 2022. The units are valued at more than ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 17 March, 2022 | Topics: News, Press Releases
The U.S. Embassy and American Film Showcase invite you to apply for the 2022 Barbados Documentary Workshop. U.S. Embassy Bridgetown will host its 2022 Documentary Workshop in-person April 19-24 for amateur and professional videographers and filmmakers. Three virtual 90-minute evening sessions will be held in April prior to the start of the workshop. The U.S. ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 16 March, 2022 | Topics: Events, News
Location: British Virgin Islands Event: The Department of State has issued a
Travel Advisory Level 3 – Reconsider Travel for the British Virgin Islands due to COVID-19. Reconsider travel to the British Virgin Islands due to COVID-related conditions. Read the Department of State’s
COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 3 Travel Health Notice for
British Virgin Islands due to COVID-19, indicating a ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 14 March, 2022 | Topics: Alert
Location: Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Event: The Department of State has issued a
Travel Advisory Level 3 – Reconsider Travel for Saint Vincent and the Grenadines due to COVID-19. Do not travel to Saint Vincent and the Grenadines due to COVID-related conditions. Read the Department of State’s
COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 3 Travel Health Notice for ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 14 March, 2022 | Topics: Alert
Location: Saint Kitts and Nevis Event: The Department of State has issued a
Travel Advisory Level 3 – Reconsider Travel for Saint Kitts and Nevis due to COVID-19. Reconsider travel to Saint Kitts and Nevis due to COVID-related conditions. Read the Department of State’s
COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 3 Travel Health Notice for
Saint Kitts and Nevis due ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 14 March, 2022 | Topics: Alert
Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative (YLAI) Fellows from across the Eastern and Southern Caribbean were challenged by the Honorable Minister C. Sandra Husbands to leverage the strengths of the CARICOM Single Market Economy (CSME) and “be the catalyst for a new vision of hope and prosperity” for the region. The Honorable Minister delivered these ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 11 March, 2022 | Topics: News, Press Releases
On Thursday, March 10, the United States donated two 40-bed field hospitals to the government of Grenada during a handover ceremony at the Royal Grenada Police Force Service Unit headquarters in St. Georges. The donation of the two field hospitals valued at over US$1 million, will help respond to the ongoing pandemic and expand the ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 11 March, 2022 | Topics: News, Press Releases
The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) in collaboration with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), and the Royal Grenada Police Force (RGPF) launched an automated Police Records Management Information System (PRMIS), February 24, 2022. The PRMIS will transition police stations from paper-based reporting to a digital format which will assist the Police Force ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 11 March, 2022 | Topics: News
U.S. Ambassador to Barbados Linda Taglialatela kicked off Women’s History Month with a reception and screening of the film Qualified on Thursday, March 3. As part of the Barbados Independent Film Festival (BIFF), guests were treated to the documentary that tells the story of Janet Guthrie, the first woman driver to compete in the Indianapolis ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 10 March, 2022 | Topics: News, Press Releases
March 4, 2022 For Immediate Release Axyahn Smithen of the Washington Archibald High School in St. Kitts and Nevis won the top prize at the U.S. Embassy’s Annual Black History Month Secondary School Speech Competition. The competition is held every February in recognition of Black History Month. This year, secondary school students from across Barbados ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 8 March, 2022 | Topics: News, Press Releases
March 4, 2022 At the start of Women’s History Month, the U.S. Embassy to Barbados, the Eastern Caribbean, and the OECS celebrates the graduation of the third cohort of the Academy for Women Entrepreneurs (AWE). Twenty-five female entrepreneurs from across Barbados completed the six-month course, which provided them the skills, resources, and networks needed ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 7 March, 2022 | Topics: Press Releases
Location: Anguilla Event: The Department of State has issued a
Travel Advisory Level 3 – Reconsider Travel for Anguilla due to COVID-19. Reconsider travel to Anguilla due to COVID-related conditions. Read the Department of State’s
COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 3 Travel Health Notice for
Anguilla due to COVID-19, indicating a high level of COVID-19. Your risk of contracting ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 7 March, 2022 | Topics: Alert
Join us at 6:00pm on Monday, February 28 to end off Black History Month with the award-winning film “The Great Debaters” Excel Plaza Grand Anse, St. George BB15094 Grenada Register
HERE Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 22 February, 2022 | Topics: Events, News
On behalf of the United States, I send best wishes to the people of Saint Lucia as you celebrate your 43rd anniversary of independence. We are proud of the strong bilateral relationship between Saint Lucia and the United States. Our partnership is rooted in a shared commitment to advancing security, prosperity, and democracy in the ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 22 February, 2022 | Topics: News, Press Releases
Earlier this week, the United States donated its third tranche of Pfizer vaccines to St. Kitts and Nevis. The additional 18,000 COVID-19 vaccines support of the continued fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. This U.S. donation is in addition to the 18,000 Pfizer vaccines delivered to St. Kitts and Nevis within the last year, bringing the ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 17 February, 2022 | Topics: News, Press Releases
In three separate tranches this week, the United States donated an additional 32,400 Pfizer COVID-19 vaccines to Antigua and Barbuda in support of the continued fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. This U.S. donation adds to the 40,950 Pfizer vaccines delivered to Antigua and Barbuda within the past year, bringing the total of U.S.-donated vaccines to ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 17 February, 2022 | Topics: News, Press Releases
On Thursday 20 January 2022, representatives from the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) returned stolen Vincentian artifacts to the Embassy of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines in Washington D.C, USA. The artifacts from Saint Vincent and the Grenadines are tools believed to be used by the indigenous people. The artifacts were found in a raid ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 17 February, 2022 | Topics: News, Press Releases
On February 17, the United States donated an additional 129,600 Pfizer COVID-19 vaccines to Barbados in support of the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. This U.S. donation is in addition to the 140,400 Pfizer vaccines delivered to Barbados within the past year. This week, the United States delivered more than 212,000 COVID-19 vaccine doses to ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 17 February, 2022 | Topics: Press Releases
The U.S. Embassy in Bridgetown is proud to announce the 2022 cohort for the U.S. Department of State’s Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative (YLAI) Fellowship. This year we celebrate Christina Pooler, Johann Callender, and Kerri-Anne Brathwaite (Barbados); Bevon Charles and Tallia Rogers (Grenada); Renee Edwards-Ambrose, Durand Meade, and Chaneil Imhoff (Antigua and Barbuda); Veronique ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 17 February, 2022 | Topics: News, Press Releases
2022 Virtual EducationUSA Academy Scholarships Program Description EducationUSA Academy Connects is the virtual program model of EducationUSA Academy, a campus-based college preparatory program for international students. The Academy is a short-term (four- to six-week) academic enrichment program for 15 to 18 year-old international secondary school students who are interested in pursuing higher education in the United States. EducationUSA Academy Connects involves ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 17 February, 2022 | Topics: Education, News
Event: U.S. Citizen Virtual Town Hall on February 24, 2022 U.S. Ambassador Linda Taglialatela is pleased to invite U.S. citizens to a virtual Town Hall on Thursday, February 24, at 3:00pm, AST. During the Town Hall, the Ambassador, Consul General and Consular officers will discuss a range of topics, including current COVID-19 entry requirements to ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 16 February, 2022 | Topics: Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
February 7: Grenada Independence Day Statement by Secretary Antony J. Blinken On behalf of the Government of the United States, I congratulate the people of Grenada on the 48th anniversary of your independence. Grenada and the United States share close ties and a strong, steadfast partnership. We appreciate Grenada’s role in addressing the climate crisis ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 8 February, 2022 | Topics: News, Press Releases
Location: Montserrat Event: The Department of State has issued a
Travel Advisory Level 3 – Reconsider Travel for Montserrat due to COVID-19. Reconsider travel to Montserrat due to COVID-related conditions. Read the Department of State’s
COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 3 Travel Health Notice for
Montserrat due to COVID-19, indicating a high level of COVID-19 in the country. Your ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 7 February, 2022 | Topics: Alert
Travel Advisory Update for Anguilla to Level 4: Do Not Travel – U.S. Embassy Bridgetown, Barbados (January 31, 2022) Location: Anguilla Event: The Department of State has issued a
Travel Advisory Level 4 – Do Not Travel for Anguilla due to COVID-19. Do not travel to Anguilla due to COVID-related conditions. Read the Department of State’s
COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel. The Centers for Disease Control and ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 2 February, 2022 | Topics: Alert
Travel Advisory Update for Saint Vincent and the Grenadines to Level 4: Do Not Travel – U.S. Embassy Bridgetown, Barbados (January 31, 2022) Location: Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Event: The Department of State has issued a
Travel Advisory Level 4 – Do Not Travel for Saint Vincent and the Grenadines due to COVID-19. Do not travel to Saint Vincent and the Grenadines due ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 2 February, 2022 | Topics: Alert
On February 1, the U.S. Embassy kicked off its Black History Month celebrations with a movie screening of the award-winning film The Great Debaters. More than 70 movie-goers attended the free event at the Globe Drive-In Tuesday night. The movie tells the story of an underdog 1930’s Black debate team, and both the rhetorical and ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 2 February, 2022 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
WASHINGTON – Tax season takes place Jan. 24 through April 18, and IRS Criminal Investigation (IRS-CI) reminds U.S. citizens and green card holders living abroad to follow the same rules for paying taxes as if they were residing in the U.S. U.S. taxpayers are subject to tax on worldwide income from all sources and must ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 31 January, 2022 | Topics: News, Press Releases
The U.S. Embassy invites you to our culinary focused Black History Month Program “Black Health and Wellness” on Wednesday, February 23 at 6:00PM. The Food Sermon Chef Rawlston Williams, The Fat Fowl Chef Shorne Benjamin, and Dominica Gourmet Mayma Raphael will share their culinary experience, healthy food recipes, and mental health and wellness tips to ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 27 January, 2022 | Topics: Events, News
U.S. Ambassador to Barbados Linda Taglialatela and members of the U.S. Embassy community participated in a candle lighting ceremony at the Nidhe Israel Synagogue and Museum in Bridgetown to mark International Holocaust Remembrance Day on Thursday, January 27. Chairman of the Barbados Synagogue Historic District Sir Paul Altman welcomed the delegation and led the group ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 27 January, 2022 | Topics: News, Press Releases
Location: French West Indies Event: The Department of State has issued a
Travel Advisory Level 4 – Do Not Travel for the French West Indies due to COVID-19. Do not travel to the French West Indies, which includes the islands of Guadeloupe, Martinique, French Saint Martin, and Saint Barthélemy, due to health and safety measures and COVID-related conditions. Read the Department of State’s
COVID-19 page before you plan ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 24 January, 2022 | Topics: Alert
The United States congratulates the people of Barbados on their peaceful elections and looks forward to deepening our partnership with Prime Minister Mia Mottley and her administration. We will continue to work together to promote security, economic prosperity, and democratic rights for the citizens of Barbados and people throughout the Caribbean. We look forward to ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 21 January, 2022 | Topics: Press Releases
On Thursday, January 20, the United States donated a 40-bed field hospital and three utility vehicles to the government of Saint Lucia during a handover ceremony at the St. Lucia Fire Service Training Center in Vieux Fort. The donation of the field hospital and utility vehicles, valued at more than US$650,000, will help respond to ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 20 January, 2022 | Topics: News, Press Releases
Location: Saint Barthélemy Event: The Department of State has issued a
Travel Advisory Level 3 – Reconsider Travel for Saint Barthélemy due to COVID-19. Read the Department of State’s
COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a
Level 3 Travel Health Notice for Saint Barthélemy due to COVID-19, indicating a high level of COVID-19 in the country. Your risk of contracting COVID-19 and ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 19 January, 2022 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: St. Kitts and Nevis Event: The Department of State has issued a
Travel Advisory Level 4 – Do Not Travel for St. Kitts and Nevis due to COVID-19. Read the Department of State’s
COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a
Level 4 Travel Health Notice for St. Kitts and Nevis due to COVID-19, indicating a high level of COVID-19 in the ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 19 January, 2022 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: British Virgin Islands Event: The Department of State has issued a
Travel Advisory Level 4 – Do Not Travel for the British Virgin Islands due to COVID-19. Read the Department of State’s
COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a
Level 4 Travel Health Notice for the British Virgin Islands due to COVID-19, indicating a very high level of COVID-19 in the ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 19 January, 2022 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: Saint Lucia Event: The Department of State has issued a
Travel Advisory Level 4 – Do Not Travel for Saint Lucia due to COVID-19. Read the Department of State’s
COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a
Level 4 Travel Health Notice for Saint Lucia due to COVID-19, indicating a very high level of COVID-19 in the country. Your risk of contracting COVID-19 ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 19 January, 2022 | Topics: News, Press Releases
Location: Montserrat Event: The Department of State has issued a
Travel Advisory Level 2 – Exercise Increased Caution for Montserrat due to COVID-19. Read the Department of State’s
COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a
Level 2 Travel Health Notice for Montserrat due to COVID-19, indicating a moderate level of COVID-19 in the country. Your risk of contracting COVID-19 and developing severe symptoms ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 19 January, 2022 | Topics: Alert, News
The vital national interests of the United States are inextricably bound to the fortunes of our closest neighbors in the Americas. To that end, the ability of our democracies to close the gap between what we promise and what we deliver depends in no small part on what we do, together, to make it better. ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 19 January, 2022 | Topics: News, Press Releases
U.S. Embassy Black History Month Secondary School Speech Competition Official Speech Contest Rules Contest Sponsors1 The Black History Month Secondary School Speech Competition is sponsored by the U.S. Department of State and U.S. Embassy Bridgetown (the “Contest Sponsors”). Description of Contest Objectives The United States Embassy to Barbados, the Eastern Caribbean, and the OECS is pleased to announce its Black History Month Secondary School Speech Competition which ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 12 January, 2022 | Topics: Education, News
Join us at 6:00pm on Tuesday, February 1 to kick off Black History Month with the award-winning film “The Great Debaters” Register
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OneBeat is accepting applications for OneBeat Virtual 2022, which will digitally convene 35 musicians from 50 eligible countries and territories. This fully virtual residency program will take place July 11th – September 6th, 2022. During this 8-week period, OneBeat Fellows will investigate new forms of virtual collaboration, form ensembles to write, produce, and perform genre-defying ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 11 January, 2022 | Topics: Art & Culture, News, Press Releases
Emergency physician specialist Dr. Chaynie Williams has been selected by the U.S. Embassy in Bridgetown to participate in the 2021 Fulbright Scholar-in-Residence (S-I-R) Program. Dr. Williams, who serves as the Clinical Director in the Office of the Director of Medical Services at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Barbados, is also an associate lecturer with the ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 30 December, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases
The United States congratulates St. Vincent and the Grenadines on the successful delivery of 70,200 doses of the Pfizer vaccine to fight COVID-19. These Pfizer vaccine shipments are part of the United States Government’s donation of 1.2 billion safe and effective COVID-19 vaccines for the world through the COVID-19 Vaccine Global Access (COVAX) initiative to ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 28 December, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
The United States congratulates Saint Lucia on the December 14 delivery of 115,830 doses of the Pfizer vaccine to fight COVID-19. These Pfizer vaccine shipments are part of the United States Government’s donation of 1.2 billion safe and effective COVID-19 vaccines for the world through the COVID-19 Vaccine Global Access (COVAX) initiative, to which the ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 28 December, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
The United States congratulates Dominica on the December 15 and December 16 arrival of 63,180 doses of the Pfizer vaccine to fight COVID-19. These Pfizer vaccine shipments are part of the United States Government’s donation of 1.2 billion safe and effective COVID-19 vaccines for the world through the COVID-19 Vaccine Global Access (COVAX) initiative, to ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 28 December, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
Location: Worldwide Subject: Travel to the United States on Expired U.S. Passports If you are overseas and your U.S. passport expired on or after January 1, 2020, you may be able to use your expired passport to return directly to the United States until March 31, 2022. You qualify to travel on your expired passport if all the ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 28 December, 2021 | Topics: Alert
On Monday, December 20, the children at the Nightingale Children’s Home received toys from U.S. Ambassador Linda Taglialatela and U.S. Marines on staff at the U.S. Embassy. The toys, games, and clothing were donated by Barbadian and American employees at the U.S. Embassy in Bridgetown, through the annual Toys for Tots campaign. Toys For Tots ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 23 December, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
On Saturday, December 18, the U.S. Embassy hosted its first Holiday Bazaar dubbed “Entrepren(hers) in the Square” to support alumnae of its Academy for Women Entrepreneurs (AWE). The bazaar held at Worthing Square, Christ Church, featured 16 former and current participants of the AWE program, who showcased everything from jewelry to educational services on Saturday ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 21 December, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
(December 20, 2021) Location: St. Vincent & the Grenadines Event: The Department of State has issued a
Travel Advisory Level 3 – Reconsider Travel to Saint Vincent and the Grenadines due to COVID-19. Read the Department of State’s
COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 3
Travel Health Notice for Saint Vincent and the Grenadines due to COVID-19, indicating a high level ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 21 December, 2021 | Topics: Alert
We are happy to celebrate the holidays this year, and would love to share some of our favorite holiday recipes with you! Click on the PDFs linked below and receive the recipes listed.
Celebrate with these great pear dishes! Appetizer: Grilled Pear & Shrimp Entrée: Braised Pork with Pears and Sherry Vinegar Dessert: Baked Pear Crumb Doughnuts
Don’t forget the Wine! Appetizer: A Duo ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 17 December, 2021 | Topics: Art & Culture, News
The weekend of December 11 and 12 Grammy award winning musician Tim Kubart and his band, Tim and the Space Cadets, joined the celebration at the Artisan Village Night Market. New York City based Tim and his band had Nevis on its feet singing and dancing well into the night. The U.S. Embassy is hosting ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 14 December, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases
The Overseas Criminal Investigation program within the U.S. Department of State’s Regional Security Office hosted a Prevention and Detection of Fraud Training program in Grenada from December 7 to 10, 2021, at the True Blue Bay Resort. The program trained participants from the Royal Grenada Police Force, Customs and Excise Department, Immigration Department, and local ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 10 December, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
IRS Criminal Investigation (IRS-CI) has 11 attaché offices strategically positioned abroad to tackle financial and tax-related crimes and train foreign government partners on investigative techniques. As the world observes 2021 International Anti-Corruption Day Dec. 9, IRS-CI underscores its commitment to investigating bribery, money laundering and fraud schemes that take place across the globe. “Criminal ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 9 December, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
On Wednesday, December 8, U.S. Ambassador to Dominica, the Eastern Caribbean and the O.E.C.S, Linda S. Taglialatela attended the arrival ceremony for American Airlines’ inaugural flight from Miami, Florida to Dominica. The new American Airlines flights will operate three times weekly and will be the only nonstop link from the United States to Dominica. Prime ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 9 December, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
Human Rights Day is observed by the international community every year on December 10. It commemorates the day in 1948 the United Nations General Assembly adopted the
Universal Declaration of Human Rights . This year on Human Rights Day, we want to recognize the brave work of human rights defenders. The United States government defines human rights defenders as individuals, ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 9 December, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
Join Tim Kubart and the Space Cadets for an after-work chat at Clarence Fitzroy Community college in St. Kitts and Nevis. Registration for in-person viewing:
https://forms.gle/hNi6eREMUW6CCwjq8 View LIVE on YouTube:
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On Sunday, December 5, U.S. Ambassador to Barbados, the Eastern Caribbean and the O.E.C.S, Linda S. Taglialatela attended the arrival ceremony for United Airlines’ two inaugural flights out of the United States to Barbados. The flights, which originate from Newark Liberty International in New Jersey and Washington’s Dulles International Airport will operate every Sunday through ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 6 December, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
Health Alert for US Embassy Bridgetown Barbados Consular District – U. S. Embassy Bridgetown, Barbados (December 6, 2021) Location: US Embassy Bridgetown Barbados Consular District Event: On November 26, the White House announced a travel restriction for certain travelers physically present within the Republic of Botswana, the Kingdom of Eswatini, the Kingdom of Lesotho, the ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 6 December, 2021 | Topics: Alert
Join us at the
#AWEsome “Entrepren(hers) in the Square” Barbados Holiday Fair Choose from a variety of hand-made products and crafts made by our amazing
#AWEBarbados ladies. Learn about education, communications, health and wellness services.We can’t wait! Saturday, December 18 12:00pm – 5:00pm @worthingsquare
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Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Bridgetown, Barbados (December 3, 2021) Location: Worldwide Event: On December 6, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will implement a one-day COVID-19 testing requirement for travelers over age two coming to the United States. Regardless of vaccination status or nationality, any individual coming to the United States must show a negative pre-departure COVID-19 viral test taken the day ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 4 December, 2021 | Topics: Alert
On Monday, December 6, all individuals traveling to the United States, regardless of vaccination status or nationality, must show a negative pre-departure COVID-19 viral test taken no more than one day before boarding their flight to the United States. This new regulation, announced by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), applies to ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 3 December, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
BRIDGETOWN, Barbados (2nd December 2021) – Members of the diplomatic corps proudly displayed Barbados’ national colours on Wednesday, December 1st, as the High Commission of Canada, the Delegation of the European Union, the British High Commission and the Embassy of the United States of America hosted a cocktail reception to commemorate Barbados’ 55th anniversary of ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 3 December, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases
(December 1, 2021) Location: St. Lucia Event: The Department of State has issued a
Travel Advisory Level 3 – Reconsider Travel for St. Lucia due to COVID-19. Read the Department of State’s
COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a
Level 3 Travel Health Notice for St. Lucia , indicating a high level of COVID-19 in the country. Your risk of contracting COVID-19 and developing severe symptoms may be lower ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 1 December, 2021 | Topics: Alert
(December 1, 2021) Location: The British Virgin Islands Event: The Department of State has issued a
Travel Advisory Level 1 – Exercise Normal Precautions for the British Virgin Islands. Read the Department of State’s
COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a
Level 1 Travel Health Notice for the British Virgin Islands due to COVID-19, indicating a low level of COVID-19 in the country. Your risk of ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 1 December, 2021 | Topics: Alert
On behalf of the United States of America, I extend my best wishes to the people of Barbados as you celebrate the 55th anniversary of your nation’s independence. We value the strong partnership between the United States and Barbados and appreciate your continued leadership in promoting democracy, human rights, and security throughout the Caribbean. The ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 30 November, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
The Embassy of the United States in Barbados announces an open competition for past participants (“alumni”) of U.S. government-funded and U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs to submit applications to the 2022 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF 2022). We seek proposals from teams of at least two alumni that meet all program eligibility requirements below. Proposals can ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 26 November, 2021 | Topics: News
On November 24, the United States Embassy to Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean donated a Thanksgiving meal to the Barbados Alliance to End Homelessness (BAEH). The donation coincided with the American holiday of Thanksgiving. Thanksgiving Day provides an occasion for reunions of friends and families, and it affords Americans a shared opportunity to express gratitude ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 26 November, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
Location: Fort-de-France, Martinique, French West Indies Event: There are reports of demonstrations and roadblocks taking place in the city center of Fort-de-France and throughout Martinique by citizens protesting health pass rules and COVID-19 vaccine mandates. Local authorities have implemented a curfew between 7:00 pm and 5:00 am which will remain in place indefinitely. Actions to ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 26 November, 2021 | Topics: Alert
On November 23, the United States Embassy to Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean hosted a signing ceremony to mark the provision of grant funding to the University of the West Indies (UWI) Cave Hill Campus, which are geared towards supporting regional trade and investment. UWI’s Shridath Ramphal Centre for International Trade Law, Policy, and Services ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 24 November, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
Demonstration Alert: Guadeloupe – U.S. Embassy Bridgetown, Barbados (November 20, 2021) Location: Pointe-á-Pitre, Guadeloupe, French West Indies Event: There are reports of demonstrations and roadblocks taking place in the city center of Pointe-á-Pitre and throughout Guadeloupe by a collective of trade unions and citizens’ organizations protesting health pass rules and COVID-19 vaccine mandates. Local authorities ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 20 November, 2021 | Topics: Alert
A virtual opening ceremony launched the Antigua and Barbuda Esports Club at the American Corner on November 18. Permanent Secretary Rosa Greenaway of the Antigua and Barbuda Ministry of Education, Sports, and Creative Industries joined U.S. Embassy Public Affairs Officer Larry Socha, Esports Mentor Elijah James, students, and parents for the kick-off of the youth ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 19 November, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
The United States donated two 40-bed field hospitals to the government of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines during a handover ceremony on November 18. U.S. Ambassador to Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Linda Taglialatela joined Prime Minister Ralph Gonsalves for the handover at E.T. Joshua Tarmac, Arnos Vale. A tour of one of the hospitals ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 18 November, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
On Saturday, November 13, the U.S. Government, in partnership with the Government of Barbados, U.S. Southern Command, World Hope International, and MAP International delivered a new oxygen generation system and US$3 million in medicine and PPE to the Ministry of Health and Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Bridgetown. The new oxygen generation system will enable Barbados ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 13 November, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
EducationUSA invites you to connect with more than 40 U.S. accredited higher education institutions who are excited to welcome you on their campuses! Join our LOUNGE and start a small group VIDEO CALL with an institutional representative to discover their program offerings such as degrees, fields of study, extracurricular activities, life on campus, financial aid ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 12 November, 2021 | Topics: News
The United States donated two 40-bed field hospitals to Antigua and Barbuda during a handover ceremony on November 11. U.S. Ambassador to Antigua and Barbuda Linda Taglialatela joined Prime Minister Gaston Browne for the handover at Antigua and Barbuda Defence Force Headquarters at Camp Blizzard. “Today’s donation marks yet another step in our journey together ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 11 November, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
November 5, 2021 Starting on November 8, all non-U.S. citizen and non-immigrant adult air passengers will be required to be fully vaccinated and provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination status prior to boarding an airplane flying to the United States. This applies to all non-U.S. citizens over age 18 with only limited exceptions. This is in ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 8 November, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
When Neighbors Work Together, the Community Benefits By Ambassador Linda S. Taglialatela Prime Minister Mottley’s October 13 meeting with Vice President Harris represented a historic first: The first female Prime Minister of Barbados joining the first female Vice President of the United States at the White House. Their discussion on COVID-19, economic recovery in the ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 8 November, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
The United States donated an additional 93,600 Pfizer COVID-19 vaccines to Antigua and Barbuda and Barbados on Thursday, November 4. U.S. Ambassador to Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean Linda Taglialatela joined Barbados’ Acting Prime Minister Santia Bradshaw and Minister of Health and Wellness Jeffrey Bostic at Grantley Adams International Airport to receive Barbados’ shipment. The ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 4 November, 2021 | Topics: News
On behalf of the government of the United States and the American people, I congratulate the people of Dominica on the 43rd anniversary of your independence. Dominica’s cooperation with the United States on public health, security, and economic prosperity attests to our shared values and close ties. Our donation of a medical field hospital in April ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 3 November, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
Location: Worldwide Event: On October 25, President Biden announced the United States will adopt a global air travel policy. This policy prioritizes public health, protecting U.S. citizens and residents as well as those who come to visit us. Effective November 8 all non-citizen, nonimmigrant (not a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent resident, or traveling to ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 2 November, 2021 | Topics: Alert
On behalf of the government of the United States and the American people, I congratulate the people of Antigua and Barbuda on the 40th anniversary of your independence. The United States values the partnership of Antigua and Barbuda to create a healthier, safer, and more prosperous Caribbean. Our work together to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 1 November, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases, Western Hemisphere
Florida State University (FSU) and Santa Fe College welcomed 20 leaders in vocational and technical education from Grenada, Saint Lucia, and Suriname to the United States to participate in the Community College Administrator Program (CCAP). The exchange, funded by the U.S. Government, began October 18 with a one-week Executive Dialogue in Florida’s state capital, Tallahassee. ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 28 October, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
Press Statement By Antony J. Blinken, Secretary Of State October 27, 2021 On behalf of the government of the United States of America and the American people, I congratulate the people of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines on the 42nd anniversary of your independence. Saint Vincent and the Grenadines demonstrated its strength and resilience in ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 27 October, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
As we continue to work to protect people from COVID-19, today, the Biden Administration is releasing additional detail around implementation of the new international air travel policy requiring foreign national travelers to the United States to be fully vaccinated. This updated policy puts in place an international travel system that is stringent, consistent across the ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 27 October, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
Travel Advisory Update for the French West Indies – U.S. Embassy Bridgetown, Barbados (October 26, 2021) Location: The French West Indies, which includes the islands of Guadeloupe, Martinique, French Saint Martin, and Saint Barthélemy. Event: The Department of State has lowered the Travel Advisory Level for the French West Indies, which includes the islands ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 26 October, 2021 | Topics: Alert, News
by US Chargé d’ Affaires, Karl Duckworth It is an honour for me to represent the United States of America in Grenada on this Thanksgiving Day. The theme of “Streams of Hope in Perilous Times” is appropriate as Grenada and other countries, including my own, deal with the recent surge in Covid-19 cases. My heart ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 25 October, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
Building on the strong partnership with the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), the United States—through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID)—announced $2.5 million in urgent COVID-19 assistance for countries in the Eastern Caribbean region, The Bahamas, Guyana, Suriname, and Trinidad & Tobago. This assistance will provide further support for the operational costs of COVID-19 vaccination ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 25 October, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
The U.S. Government is preparing to donate its second tranche of Pfizer vaccine doses to Antigua and Barbuda and Barbados early next month. The White House notified CARICOM earlier this week that approximately 550,000 vaccine doses would be ready to ship in November to CARICOM countries. Antigua and Barbuda is scheduled to receive its second ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 24 October, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
Vice President Kamala Harris met on October 13 with Barbadian Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley. Vice President Harris underscored the importance of the U.S.-Barbados bilateral relationship and the United States’ commitment to the Caribbean more broadly. The two leaders discussed the need to create economic opportunity in the region, including through efforts to accelerate COVID-19 ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 18 October, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases
The United States donated two 40-bed field hospitals, one to each island of the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis, during a handover ceremony on October 13. U.S. Ambassador to St. Kitts and Nevis Linda Taglialatela joined Prime Minister Timothy Harris virtually for the handover. A tour of one of the hospitals with members of ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 13 October, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
Location: Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Event: The Department of State has increased the
Travel Advisory Level for St. Vincent and the Grenadines to Level 4 – Do Not Travel to Saint Vincent and the Grenadines due to COVID-19. Read the Department of State’s
COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a
Level 4 Travel Health Notice for Saint Vincent and the Grenadines due to COVID-19, indicating ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 13 October, 2021 | Topics: Alert, News
Since time immemorial, American Indians, Alaska Natives, and Native Hawaiians have built vibrant and diverse cultures — safeguarding land, language, spirit, knowledge, and tradition across the generations. On Indigenous Peoples’ Day, our Nation celebrates the invaluable contributions and resilience of Indigenous peoples, recognizes their inherent sovereignty, and commits to honoring the Federal Government’s trust and ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 11 October, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases
The United States Southern Command, in partnership with the U.S. Navy, has further contributed to the security of St. Kitts and Nevis through a three-week refurbishment project of a St. Kitts and Nevis Defence Force (SKNDF) Coast Guard maritime vessel in September of this year. This project follows the refurbishment of two other SKNDF nearshore intercept ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 6 October, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
The U.S. Embassy in Barbados has paused routine nonimmigrant visa services effective Tuesday, October 12 due to COVID-19 local conditions. While the Embassy continues to provide emergency and mission-critical nonimmigrant visa services, these appointments are extremely limited. Routine visa services will resume as soon as possible but the Embassy is unable to provide a specific ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 6 October, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
The U.S. Embassy in association with the National Cultural Foundation (NCF) will present the Next Level Hip Hop Exchange, a two-week intensive arts residency, from November 1-12. Four American hip hop artists – Aysha Upchurch (dance), UnLearn the World (MC), Vincent “GYREFUNK” Czekus (beat maker), and J Muzacz (aerosol art) – will join videographer, Anthony ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 5 October, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
Travel Advisory Update for Barbados – U.S. Embassy Bridgetown, Barbados (October 4, 2021) Location: Barbados Event: The Department of State has issued a Travel Advisory Level 4 – Do Not Travel for Barbados due to COVID-19. Read the Department of State’s
COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 4
Travel Health Notice for Barbados due to ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 4 October, 2021 | Topics: Alert
U.S. Embassy Bridgetown is pleased to announce the launch of its Foreign National Student Internship Program (FNSIP) for Barbados. The FNSIP offers students the unique opportunity to experience a foreign affairs work environment and gain valuable professional experience in relation to their studies. The program commenced in September 2021, and the first students will complete their ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 4 October, 2021 | Topics: News
On September 9, 2021, the U.S. Internal Revenue Service (IRS) presented the Offshore Tax Evasion Case Study training course to the Grenada Inland Revenue Division and Financial Intelligence Unit. The course incorporated multiple areas of transnational financial crimes specific to offshore banking schemes, tax evasion, and Klein conspiracy, while specifically focusing on an offshore tax ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 1 October, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
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Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 30 September, 2021 | Topics: Events, News
The Ministry of Education, Sustainable Development, Innovation, Science, Technology and Vocational Training launched a two-year initiative referred to as the Saint Lucia ConnectEd Activity. The project is funded through a US$1 million grant from the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). The project is a timely response to the need for building the resilience ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 30 September, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
As announced by the White House on September 20, beginning in early November, all adult foreign nationals will be required to be fully vaccinated and show proof of vaccination against COVID-19 prior to boarding a U.S.-bound international flight. Fully vaccinated aircraft passengers departing from any foreign country with a destination in the United States will ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 23 September, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases, Travel & Tourism, Visas
A VARIETY OF HOUSEHOLD FURNITURE, APPLIANCES & COMPUTER ITEMS. All bids must be placed exclusively online at https://online-auction.state.gov/ You must register and subscribe to participate. Read more click here Items can ONLY be viewed online! Once the auction Closes, Winners MUST pay via the bank ONLY! NO cash/in person payments will be accepted. Successful bidders ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 22 September, 2021 | Topics: News
On Thursday, September 23, at 10a.m, the U.S. Embassy to Barbados, the Eastern Caribbean and the OECS will host a Facebook Live discussion with the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)’s Caribbean Regional Office Director Dr. Varough Deyde. The session will allow the public to ask their questions about vaccines in real-time. The ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 22 September, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
The United States donated 11,700 COVID-19 Pfizer vaccine doses free of charge to the people of Dominica on Tuesday, September 21. U.S. Embassy to Dominica Deputy Chief of Mission David Schnier joined Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit at the Douglas Charles Airport to welcome the vaccines, a direct result of cooperation between the United States and ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 22 September, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
Location: Antigua and Barbuda Event: The Department of State has increased the Travel Advisory Level for Antigua and Barbuda to Level 4 – Do Not Travel due to COVID-19. Read the Department of State’s
COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a
Level 4 Travel Health Notice for Antigua and Barbuda due to COVID-19, indicating a very high level of ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 21 September, 2021 | Topics: Alert
On Monday, September 20, U.S. Ambassador to Barbados Linda S. Taglialatela opened the Tactical Safety and Survival Course held at the Regional Police Training Center (RPTC) in Christ Church. The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) joined efforts to conduct the ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 20 September, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
On behalf of the government of the United States and the American people, I congratulate the people of the Federation of Saint Christopher and Nevis on the 38th anniversary of your independence.
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 19 September, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. Secretary of State
On September 15, the University of the West Indies (UWI) Cave Hill campus launched an initiative to boost education in Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean. The initiative, aptly named, RISE Caribbean – the Research Initiative for Supporting Education in the Caribbean, is funded by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) through a grant ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 15 September, 2021 | Topics: Events, News
Location: St. Kitts and Nevis Event: The Department of State has issued a
Travel Advisory Level 4 – Do Not Travel for St. Kitts and Nevis due to COVID-19. Read the Department of State’s
COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a
Level 4 Travel Health Notice for St. Kitts and Nevis due to COVID-19, indicating a very high level of COVID-19. Your risk of contracting COVID-19 and developing ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 14 September, 2021 | Topics: Alert
The U.S. Embassy and American Film Showcase invite you to apply for our “Documentary Distribution for Emerging/Intermediate Producers Workshop” Session details Session 1 Tuesday, November 2, 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. AST Welcome, introduction, overview and networking Note: Mandatory for all participants Session 2 Wednesday, November 3, 11:00 a.m. ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 13 September, 2021 | Topics: Art & Culture, Events, News
More than 140 media professionals, academics, and communication students participated in a virtual workshop on “Media and the Law” hosted by the Media Institute of the Caribbean (MIC), with support from the U.S. Embassy to Barbados, the Eastern Caribbean, and Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) between July 20 and August 3, 2021. Over a ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 8 September, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
On Tuesday, September 7, the U.S. Embassy in partnership with the Barbados Youth Business Trust (BYBT) launched its third year of the Academy for Women Entrepreneurs (AWE). The six-month program provides women entrepreneurs with the skills, resources, and networks needed to start and scale successful businesses. Twenty-eight female entrepreneurs from Barbados will take part in ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 8 September, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
Location: Anguilla Event: The Department of State has increased the Travel Advisory Level for Anguilla to Level 3 – Reconsider Travel due to COVID-19. Read the Department of State’s
COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a
Level 3 Travel Health Notice for Anguilla due to COVID-19, indicating a high level of COVID-19 in the country. Your risk of contracting ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 8 September, 2021 | Topics: Alert
Location: Antigua and Barbuda Event: The Department of State has increased the Travel Advisory Level for Antigua and Barbuda to Level 3 – Reconsider Travel due to COVID-19. Read the Department of State’s
COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a
Level 3 Travel Health Notice for Antigua and Barbuda due to COVID-19, indicating a high level of COVID-19 in ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 8 September, 2021 | Topics: Alert
All U.S. immigrant visa applicants are required to complete a medical examination as part of the normal application process. Effective October 1, a completed COVID-19 vaccine series is a new CDC requirement for U.S. immigrant visa medical examinations. The U.S. Department of State is currently working with the CDC to implement this requirement. This requirement ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 2 September, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
Can data be the answer to unveiling the pathway to reducing crime? Answers to this pertinent question flooded the virtual auditorium as regional agencies, national partners, security personnel and the general public joined in a two-day conference to discuss, examine and analyse data’s role in the future of citizen security in the region. The Citizen ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 1 September, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
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 all available positions at the U.S. Mission in Barbados, the Eastern Caribbean, and the OECS and to apply online, please visit –
https://bb.usembassy.gov/embassy/jobs/ Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 1 September, 2021 | Topics: Job Opportunities, News
The United States joins others around the world in commemorating the first International Day for People of African Descent. This day was created to promote the extraordinary contributions of Africans and members of the African diaspora around the world and is an opportunity to focus on eliminating all forms of discrimination against people of ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 31 August, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
Location: Saint Lucia Event: The Department of State has issued a
Travel Advisory Level 4 – Do Not Travel for Saint Lucia due to COVID-19. Read the Department of State’s
COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a
Level 4 Travel Health Notice for Saint Lucia due to COVID-19, indicating a very high level of COVID-19. Your risk of contracting COVID-19 and developing severe symptoms may be lower if you are ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 31 August, 2021 | Topics: Alert
The United States Agency for International Development/Eastern and Southern Caribbean (USAID/ESC) is pleased to announce the launch of its
2020-2025 Regional Development Cooperation Strategy (RDCS) in partnership with the Caribbean Community (CARICOM). The goal of the new strategy is to promote a safe, prosperous, resilient Caribbean region that supports its vulnerable populations, withstands external shocks, and promotes accountable institutions, economic ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 31 August, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
This week, representatives from the Military Liaison Office (MLO) of the U.S. Embassy to Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean and the Caribbean Basin Security Initiative’s Technical Assistance Field Team (CBSI TAFT) conducted a joint maritime assessment and security assistance planning visit with the Royal Saint Lucia Police Force’s (RSLPF) Marine Unit. The visit was the ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 27 August, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
The U.S. Embassy to Barbados, the Eastern Caribbean, and the Organization of the Eastern Caribbean States is pleased to announce that two Saint Lucians, Crussie Moise and Virgil Bideau are currently in the United States pursuing graduate and post graduate studies, funded by the U.S. Government. Crussie and Bideau are recipients of the Fulbright Foreign ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 27 August, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
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 recipients for this academic year. Barbadian Kimberley Benjamin has travelled to Washington D.C to begin graduate studies in National and Global Health Law at the Georgetown University Law Center. She ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 27 August, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
US Embassy Seal Bid Auto Auction September 25th, 2021 at our Embassy Parking Lot 9:00am until 1:00pm Vehicles can be inspected on day of auction. The U.S. Embassy will be holding a sealed-bid auction at the U.S. Embassy parking lot in Wildey Business Park, Wildey, St. Michael. Viewing begins at 9:00am and all bids must ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 25 August, 2021 | Topics: Events, News
On Tuesday, August 24, United States Ambassador to Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean Linda Taglialatela attended the ceremony for the arrival of the latest allocation of 33,600 doses of the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine to Barbados through the COVAX Facility. This delivery brings the total doses delivered to Barbados through COVAX to 100,800. COVAX, a global ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 24 August, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
The U.S. Embassy in St. George’s is pleased to announce the delivery of 29,250 Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine doses to Grenada this week. These vaccines are donated to Grenada by the U.S. Government as part of the Biden-Harris Administration’s global vaccine sharing framework. If fully used, this donation could bring Grenada’s fully vaccinated population from 15% to 59%. This ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 19 August, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
The United States donated 52,650 COVID-19 Pfizer vaccine doses free of charge to the people of Saint Lucia on Tuesday, August 17. U.S. Ambassador to Saint Lucia Linda Taglialatela joined Prime Minister Philip Pierre at the George F.L. Charles Airport to welcome the vaccines, a direct result of cooperation between the United States and Saint ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 18 August, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
Location: Dominica Event: The Department of State has issued a
Travel Advisory Level 4 – Do Not Travel for Dominica due to COVID-19. Read the Department of State’s
COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a
Level 4 Travel Health Notice for Dominica due to COVID-19, indicating a very high level of COVID-19. Your risk of contracting COVID-19 and developing severe symptoms may be lower if you are fully vaccinated with ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 17 August, 2021 | Topics: Alert
Location: Antigua and Barbuda Event: The Department of State has increased the Travel Advisory Level for Antigua and Barbuda to Level 2 – Exercise Increased Caution due to COVID-19. Read the Department of State’s
COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a
Level 2 Travel Health Notice for Antigua and Barbuda due to COVID-19, indicating a moderate level of ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 17 August, 2021 | Topics: Alert
Location: Antigua and Barbuda, St. Kitts and Nevis, Montserrat, Anguilla, St. Barthelemy, St. Martin, and British Virgin Islands Event: Tropical Storm Watch issued for Antigua and Barbuda, St. Kitts and Nevis, and Montserrat The National Hurricane Center advises that Potential Tropical Cyclone Seven is headed towards the Eastern Caribbean. Maximum sustained winds are currently near ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 14 August, 2021 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens
The U.S. Embassy in Bridgetown is pleased to announce the delivery of nearly 200,000 doses of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine to Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean. These vaccines are donated to Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean by the U.S. Government as part of the Biden-Harris Administration’s global vaccine sharing framework. This donation is in ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 13 August, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
U.S. Navy Admiral Craig S. Faller, commander of U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM), wrapped up his four-day visit to Barbados meeting with acting Prime Minister Santia Bradshaw and members of Barbados’ National Security Council, including Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade Dr. Jerome Walcott, Minister of Health and Wellness Lt. Col. Jeffrey Bostic, Minister of ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 13 August, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
Location: Martinique, Dominica, and Guadeloupe Event: Tropical Storm Watch issued for Martinique, Dominica, and Guadeloupe The National Hurricane Center advises that Potential Tropical Cyclone Six is headed towards the Eastern Caribbean. Maximum sustained winds are currently near 35 mph and may strengthen as the disturbance proceeds. The disturbance is expected to become a Tropical Storm ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 9 August, 2021 | Topics: Alert
On behalf of the U.S. Embassy to Barbados, the Eastern Caribbean, and the OECS, I express our deepest condolences on the passing of former Prime Minister of Antigua and Barbuda Sir Lester Bryant Bird. We extend our sympathies to the Bird family and to the people of Antigua and Barbuda who are mourning his loss ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 9 August, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
August 8, 2021 U.S. Navy Adm. Craig S. Faller, commander of U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM), will visit Barbados August 10-13 to meet with security leaders and discuss U.S.-Caribbean cooperation against regional threats and challenges. Faller will meet Lt. Col. Michael Jones, Executive Director of the Caribbean Community Implementation Agency for Crime and Security. They will ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 9 August, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
This year, the United States has allocated just under $8 million in extra-budgetary funding to the IAEA’s Peaceful Uses Initiative (PUI) to help countries around the world improve health, agricultural productivity, and infrastructure. The PUI projects funded thus far in 2021 help countries achieve their respective economic and social development goals, and include: GLOBAL Cancer ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 6 August, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
Ms. Lee Ann Salandy-Gill, an Accreditation Support Specialist/ Health Planner at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Barbados, has been selected by the U.S. Embassy in Bridgetown to participate on the 2021 Fulbright Scholar-in-Residence Program. She recently departed for the United States to begin her program at Fayetteville State University in North Carolina. Ms. Salandy-Gill will ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 5 August, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
Travel Advisory Update for Barbados – U.S. Embassy Bridgetown, Barbados (August 4, 2021) Location: Barbados Event: The Department of State has issued a Travel Advisory Level 3 – Reconsider Travel for Barbados due to COVID-19. Read the Department of State’s
COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 3 ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 5 August, 2021 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: The French West Indies which includes the islands of Guadeloupe, Martinique, French Saint Martin, and Saint Barthélemy. Event: The Department of State has issued a
Travel Advisory Level 4 – Do Not Travel for the French West Indies, which includes the islands of Guadeloupe, Martinique, French Saint Martin, and Saint Barthélemy, due to health and safety measures and COVID-related conditions. Read the Department of ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 5 August, 2021 | Topics: Alert, News
On Tuesday July 27, the U.S. Embassy Bridgetown in partnership with the Jan’s Empowerment Institute (JEI) launched the U.S. Department of State’s Academy for Women Entrepreneurs (AWE) Program in Antigua and Barbuda. In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic and its impact on the global economy, AWE aims to work with women entrepreneurs to develop ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 29 July, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
During a July 27 groundbreaking ceremony in Crabbs Antigua, United States Ambassador to Antigua and Barbuda and the Eastern Caribbean, Linda Taglialatela hailed the collaboration of American company Eagle LNG and Antiguan companies Antigua Power Company (APC) and the Antigua Public Utilities Authority (APUA) in what will be the island’s first power plant integrating natural ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 28 July, 2021 | Topics: News
The U.S. Embassy and American Film Showcase in collaboration with Hairouna Film Festival present “Low Budget Documentary Shooting”. Join our three-session, virtual workshop to learn how to use planning, pre-visualizing, field sound recording and lighting on-location. Wednesday, August 11 – 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm AST Saturday, August 14 – 10:30 am – 12:45 pm ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 26 July, 2021 | Topics: Events, News
U.S. Embassy Bridgetown has partnered with the Barbados Youth Business Trust (BYBT) to implement the U.S. Department of State’s Academy for Women Entrepreneurs (AWE) Program. The AWE program will begin on Tuesday, September 7, 2021 and will run until Tuesday, February 22, 2022. Sessions will be held weekly on Tuesdays from 5:00 pm to 8:00 ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 23 July, 2021 | Topics: Education, News
Location: The British Virgin Islands Event: The Department of State has issued a Travel Advisory Level 4 – Do Not Travel for the British Virgin Islands due to health and safety measures and COVID-related conditions. Read the Department of State’s
COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a
Level 4 Travel Health Notice for the British Virgin Islands due ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 20 July, 2021 | Topics: Alert
At the end of this month, my tour here will come to an end. As the juncture approaches, I’m full of memories, thoughts, and feelings. More than anything, I feel blessed and fortunate to have had the opportunity to serve in the Eastern Caribbean for the last three years. Professionally and personally, it exceeded the ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 16 July, 2021 | Topics: News
The Women In Politics Leadership Institute is back! This summer, the Regional Organisation for Women in Leadership will be hosting the second, annual WIPLI program, sponsored by the U.S. Embassy, Bridgetown. The program will provide training to 25 hand selected, emerging female leaders from Barbados and the OECS. American and Caribbean experts and government officials ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 7 July, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
U.S. Embassy St. George’s Principal Officer Karl Duckworth paid a visit to Her Excellency Dame Cecile La Grenade, Governor General of Grenada, to convey the best wishes of the American people on the 245thanniversary of their independence from Great Britain. “The 4thof July is not only a celebration of our independence; it is a recognition ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 4 July, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
U.S. Ambassador to Barbados Linda Taglialatela met with Governor General Dame Sandra Mason to convey the best wishes of the American people on the 245th anniversary of their independence and to celebrate the close ties between the United States of America and Barbados. U.S. Embassy personnel fanned out across Barbados to share the independence ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 4 July, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
Location: Grenada Event: Grenada under Tropical Storm Watch Tropical Storm Elsa The National Hurricane Center advises that Tropical Storm Elsa is headed towards the Eastern Caribbean. Winds are currently 45 mph and may strengthen as the storm proceeds. Grenada has been placed under a Tropical Storm Watch, and tropical storm conditions are possible for Grenada ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 1 July, 2021 | Topics: Alert
Location: Anguilla, Antigua and Barbuda, Barbados, the British Virgin Islands, Dominica, Guadeloupe, Martinique, Montserrat, St. Barthelemy, St. Kitts and Nevis, St. Martin, St. Lucia, and St. Vincent and the Grenadines Event: The National Hurricane Center advises that Tropical Storm Elsa is headed towards the Eastern Caribbean. Winds are currently 40 mph and may strengthen ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 1 July, 2021 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, Security & Emergency Messages
This year’s Trafficking in Persons Report sends a strong message to the world that global crises, such as the COVID-19 pandemic, climate change, and enduring discriminatory policies and practices, have a disproportionate effect on individuals already oppressed by other injustices. These challenges further compound existing vulnerabilities to exploitation, including human trafficking. We must break this ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 1 July, 2021 | Topics: News
The Embassy of the United States to Barbados, the Eastern Caribbean, and the OECS lights up in rainbow colors this weekend as a call to action to work for equality, liberty, and justice for all. U.S. President Joe Biden proclaimed June 2021 as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer Pride Month in the United States. ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 25 June, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
On Wednesday, June 23, the United States completed its three-month long refurbishment of the Saint Kitts and Nevis Defence Force (SKNDF) Coast Guard’s two nearshore intercept vessels, as part of a US$950,000 modernization initiative. The SAFE Boat Mid-Life Upgrade included a complete vessel overhaul, new engines, and a spare parts package to ensure continued operability. ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 25 June, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
U.S. Ambassador to Barbados Linda Taglialatela joined Chief Justice of Barbados Sir Patterson Cheltenham and other distinguished guests from around the Caribbean on Wednesday, June 23, to sign an agreement to establish an electronic case management system in the Magistrates Courts in Barbados. U.S. Ambassador Taglialatela explained, “The introduction of an electronic court case management ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 24 June, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
American Citizen Services U.S. Embassy St. George’s, Grenada Consular Section June 22, 2021: The U.S. Embassy in Grenada is offering one-on-one appointments with a U.S. Social Security representative to U.S. citizens residing in Grenada who have had problems receiving Social Security benefits. A representative from the Federal Benefits Unit at the U.S. Embassy in Santo ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 23 June, 2021 | Topics: Alert, News
The United States Agency for International Development/Eastern and Southern Caribbean Mission (USAID/ESC) and the CARICOM Development Fund (CDF) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on Monday, June 21. The signing of the MOU occurred at the offices of the CDF in Barbados. The MOU provides a broad framework for cooperation between the two organizations and ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 21 June, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
U.S. Ambassador to Saint Lucia Linda Taglialatela announced Friday, June 18, the United States would be able to resume security cooperation and assistance to select units within the Royal Saint Lucia Police Force (RSLPF) with immediate effect. The announcement comes eight years after the suspension of cooperation and after a review that included extensive consultations ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 18 June, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
On Wednesday, June 16, the United States Embassy in Barbados along with other U.S. Embassies in the English-speaking Caribbean, joined the Caribbean Disaster Emergency Management Agency (CDEMA) and the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs to host a virtual session titled, “Producing Effective Video for Social Media.” The event is part ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 17 June, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
Travel Advisory Update for the British Virgin Islands – U.S. Embassy Barbados (June 15, 2021) Location: The British Virgin Islands Event: The Department of State has lowered the travel advisory level to a Travel Advisory Level 2 – Exercise Increased Caution for the British Virgin Islands due to health and safety measures and COVID-related conditions. Read the ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 15 June, 2021 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Saint Lucia Event: The Department of State has lowered the Travel Advisory Level for Saint Lucia to Level 3 – Reconsider travel to Saint Lucia due to COVID-19. Read the Department of State’s
COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 3 COVID-19 High Travel Health Notice Level ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 9 June, 2021 | Topics: Alert
Location: Antigua and Barbuda Event: The Department of State has lowered the Travel Advisory Level for Antigua and Barbuda to Level 1 – Exercise Normal Precautions. Read the Department of State’s
COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 1 Travel Health Notice for Antigua and Barbuda due to COVID-19, indicating a low level of COVID-19 ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 9 June, 2021 | Topics: Alert
Location: Barbados Event: The Department of State lowered the Travel Advisory Level for Barbados to Level 2 – Exercise Increased Caution due to COVID-19. Read the Department of State’s
COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 2
Travel Health Notice for Barbados due to COVID-19, indicating a moderate level of COVID-19 in the country. Visit the Embassy’s
COVID-19 page for ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 9 June, 2021 | Topics: Alert
Location: Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Event: The Department of State has lowered the Travel Advisory Level for St. Vincent and the Grenadines to Level 3 – Reconsider travel to Saint Vincent and the Grenadines due to COVID-19. Read the Department of State’s
COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 9 June, 2021 | Topics: Alert
Location: The British Virgin Islands Event: The Department of State has issued a Travel Advisory Level 4 – Do Not Travel for the British Virgin Islands due to health and safety measures and COVID-related conditions. Read the Department of State’s
COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has not issued a ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 9 June, 2021 | Topics: Alert
Location: The French West Indies which includes the islands of Guadeloupe, Martinique, French Saint Martin, and Saint Barthélemy. Event: The Department of State has lowered the Travel Advisory Level for the French West Indies, which includes the islands of Guadeloupe, Martinique, French Saint Martin, and Saint Barthélemy, to a Level 3 – Reconsider Travel due to health and safety measures and COVID-related ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 9 June, 2021 | Topics: Alert
By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 9 June, 2021 | Topics: Events, News
(December 30, 2021) Location: Grenada Event: U.S. citizens may directly return to the United States with certain expired U.S. passports. If you are overseas and your passport expired on or after January 1, 2020, you may be able to use your expired passport to return directly to the United States until March 31, 2022. . You ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 8 June, 2021 | Topics: Alert
June 7, 2021 On Friday, June 4, U.S. Southern Command, donated vital maritime parts to the Barbados Coast Guard at a handover ceremony held at the Barbados Coast Guard Headquarters, HMBS PELICAN. The donation, which is valued at approximately US$195,000, is part of the Caribbean Basin Security Initiative (CBSI) Foreign Military Financing Program and was ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 7 June, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
Statement by Senior Advisor and Chief Spokesperson Symone Sanders on Vice President Kamala Harris’s Calls with Foreign Leaders on the Global Allocation Plan for the First 25 Million Doses of COVID-19 Vaccines JUNE 03, 2021•STATEMENTS AND RELEASES Vice President Kamala D. Harris spoke this morning to President Andres Manuel López Obrador of Mexico, President Alejandro ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 7 June, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
Location: U.S. Embassy Bridgetown, Barbados – Wildey Business Park Event: A group of protesters plan to demonstrate in front of the U.S. Embassy Bridgetown on Saturday, June 5 at 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., to show support for Palestine. Actions to Take: Be aware of your surroundings Exercise caution if in the vicinity of large gatherings ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 4 June, 2021 | Topics: Alert
Location: Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean (Anguilla, Antigua, British Virgin Islands, Dominica, Guadeloupe, Martinique, Montserrat, St. Barthélemy (St. Barts), St. Kitts and Nevis, St. Lucia, St. Martin, St. Vincent and the Grenadines Event: The Department of State alerts U.S. citizens to the Hurricane Season which lasts through November 2021. Hurricane Season in the Atlantic begins ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 3 June, 2021 | Topics: Alert
Statement by President Joe Biden on Global Vaccine Distribution As the United States continues our efforts to get every eligible American vaccinated and fight COVID-19 here at home, we also recognize that ending this pandemic means ending it everywhere. As long as this pandemic is raging anywhere in the world, the American people will still ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 3 June, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
JUNE 01, 2021 •
PRESIDENTIAL ACTIONS The uprising at the Stonewall Inn in June, 1969, sparked a liberation movement — a call to action that continues to inspire us to live up to our Nation’s promise of equality, liberty, and justice for all. Pride is a time to recall the trials the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 1 June, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
JUNE 01, 2021 •
PRESIDENTIAL ACTIONS America’s diversity is and always has been the defining strength of our Nation — in every generation, our society, spirit, and shared ambitions have been refreshed by wave after wave of immigrants seeking out their American dream. Throughout our history, Caribbean Americans have brought vibrant cultures, languages, traditions, and values that strengthen ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 1 June, 2021 | Topics: News
The United States donated a field hospital valued at approximately US$640,000 to the Government of Dominica. This week, as a part of the donation, the U.S. manufacturer of the field hospital is training personnel from Dominica’s Ministry of Health, the Office of Disaster Management (ODM), the Dominica Fire and Ambulance Service, and the Dominica Cadet ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 29 May, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
Today, in the Oval Office, I met with George Floyd’s family. Although it has been one year since their beloved brother and father was murdered, for the family – for any family experiencing a profound loss – the first year can still feel like they got the news a few seconds ago. And they’ve had ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 26 May, 2021 | Topics: News, President of the United States
Message to U.S. Citizens: U.S. Embassy Bridgetown (May 25, 2021) Location: Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean (Anguilla, Antigua, British Virgin Islands, Dominica, Guadeloupe, Martinique, Montserrat, St. Barthélemy (St. Barts), St. Kitts and Nevis, St. Lucia, St. Martin, St. Vincent and the Grenadines Event: U.S. citizens may directly return to the United States with certain expired ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 25 May, 2021 | Topics: Alert, News
On Wednesday, May 19, U.S. Ambassador to Barbados Linda Taglialatela attended a brief ceremony with Lt Col Junior Browne, Director of Operations for the Barbados Defence Force’s Field Medical Team (FMT) to officially handover US$30,000 in medical equipment. This donation will assist with the deployment of the Field Medical Facility in the event of a ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 21 May, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
On Monday, May 17, U.S. Ambassador to Barbados, the Eastern Caribbean, and the OECS Linda Taglialatela and Executive Director of the RSS Captain Errington Shurland formally signed the agreement which will enhance the ability of Eastern Caribbean law enforcement and justice officials to investigate regional criminal actors. The Letter of Agreement on countering organized and ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 18 May, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
The U.S. Embassy will be holding a sealed-bid auction at the U.S. Embassy parking lot in Wildey Business Park, Wildey, St. Michael. The viewing on Saturday, June 5, begins at 9:00am and all bids must be in by 1:00pm. The following vehicle will be offered: 2014 Honda Accord 21,344KM, AT, PW, AC, PL, Gas, CD, ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 18 May, 2021 | Topics: Events, News
The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and Center on Crime and Community Resilience (CCR) at Northeastern University organized a virtual conference to promote evidence-based decision making for more effective strategies to prevent and reduce youth crime and violence in vulnerable and disadvantaged communities in the Eastern and Southern Caribbean (ESC). The event forms ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 18 May, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
Travel Advisory Update for Barbados – U.S. Embassy Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean The Department of State lowered the Travel Advisory Level for Barbados to Level 3 – Reconsider Travel to Barbados due to health and safety measures and COVID-related conditions. Read the Department of State’s
COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 3
Travel Health Notice ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 18 May, 2021 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens
PRESS STATEMENT ANTONY J. BLINKEN, SECRETARY OF STATE MAY 16, 2021 This year’s May 17 marks 16 years since the first International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia (IDAHOTB). In the intervening period, the United States has endeavored to reaffirm the human rights and fundamental freedoms of all persons, including lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 17 May, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. Secretary of State
U.S. Ambassador to St. Vincent and the Grenadines Linda Taglialatela announced in Kingstown an additional US$3.8 million in humanitarian assistance for people affected by the eruption of La Soufriere volcano on the island of Saint Vincent. This additional support through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) will provide thousands of people in Saint Vincent ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 14 May, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
April 30, 2021 In advance of May 3, World Press Freedom Day, U.S. Embassy Bridgetown partnered with Barbados journalists and the Caribbean Investigative Journalism Network (CIJN) to celebrate the importance of a free press as an indispensable component of any free society. To mark the occasion, the Embassy hosted a three-day virtual investigative journalism workshop ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 3 May, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
The U.S. Embassy community is saddened to learn of the passing of our colleague and friend Ambassador Larry Palmer. A career member of the U.S. Foreign Service, Ambassador Palmer served as Ambassador to Barbados, the Eastern Caribbean, and the Organization of Eastern Caribbean States from 2012-2015. He is fondly remembered for his larger-than-life personality, passion ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 22 April, 2021 | Topics: News
Statement by Ambassador Linda Taglialatela, US Ambassador to Barbados, the Eastern Caribbean and the OECS. The celebration of Earth Day throughout the Eastern Caribbean has special meaning this year. The suffering of our neighbours in St Vincent and the Grenadines and on other impacted countries across the region due to the La Soufrière eruptions reminds ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 22 April, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken met virtually with foreign ministers from the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) member states today to demonstrate the United States’ commitment to working with all countries in the region to advance bilateral and regional interests. Foreign ministers from Antigua & Barbuda, The Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, the Commonwealth of Dominica, Grenada, Guyana, ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 21 April, 2021 | Topics: News
Today, a jury in Minnesota found former Minneapolis Police Officer Derek Chauvin guilty on all counts in the murder of George Floyd last May. It was a murder in the full light of day, and it ripped the blinders off for the whole world to see the systemic racism the Vice President just referred to ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 21 April, 2021 | Topics: News
The Department of State has increased the Travel Advisory Level for Saint Lucia to Level 4 – Do not travel to Saint Lucia due to COVID-19. Read the Department of State’s
COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a
Level 4 Travel Health Notice for Saint Lucia due to COVID-19, indicating a very high level of COVID-19 ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 21 April, 2021 | Topics: Alert
The Department of State has increased the Travel Advisory Level for Saint Vincent and the Grenadines to Level 4 – Do not travel to Saint Vincent and the Grenadines due to COVID-19. Read the Department of State’s
COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a
Level 4 Travel Health Notice for Saint Vincent and the Grenadines due ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 21 April, 2021 | Topics: Alert
The Department of State has increased the Travel Advisory Level for Antigua and Barbuda to Level 4 – Do not travel to Antigua and Barbuda due to COVID-19. Read the Department of State’s
COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a
Level 4 Travel Health Notice for Antigua and Barbuda due to COVID-19, indicating a very high ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 21 April, 2021 | Topics: Alert
The Department of State has increased the Travel Advisory Level for Barbados to Level 4 – Do not travel to Barbados due to COVID-19. Read the Department of State’s
COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a
Level 4 Travel Health Notice for Barbados due to COVID-19, indicating a very high level of COVID-19 in the country. ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 21 April, 2021 | Topics: Alert
As travelers face ongoing risks due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Department of State has updated its Travel Advisories to align with the travel health notices from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC). The CDC currently has over 140 travel health notices, including for the United States and areas of the Caribbean, under ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 20 April, 2021 | Topics: Alert, News, Press Releases
On Friday, 108 U.S. citizens were among the 159 passengers who departed Kingstown Port for Dutch Sint Maarten on Royal Caribbean’s cruise ship Celebrity Reflection. Passengers arrived early to Kingstown Port on Friday morning for boarding and departed in the afternoon bound for Philipsburg, Sint Maarten for onward travel. The U.S. Embassy coordinated with Royal ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 20 April, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
The U.S. Embassy and American Film Showcase present “6 Steps to Write a Screenplay” with Aaron Benay. Join our three-session, virtual workshop to discuss how to choose ideas, develop characters, and structure your screenplay. Tuesday, May 18 – Thursday, May 20, 2021; 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. AST
REGISTER by Monday, May 10.
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 16 April, 2021 | Topics: Events, News
Join us on World Book and Copyright Day as Barbadian author Cherie Jones discusses her writing career and her new acclaimed novel, How the One-Armed Sister Sweeps Her House. Cherie will offer advice to aspiring writers and answer questions. U.S. Ambassador to the Eastern Caribbean Linda Taglialatela will welcome participants, and Haitian-American creative writer Inga Laurent will guide ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 15 April, 2021 | Topics: Events, News
Dear Friend, We invite you to join U.S. Embassy Bridgetown and the American Film Showcase to celebrate Earth Day 2021 with a virtual screening of
Inventing Tomorrow . The documentary features passionate teenage innovators from around the globe who are creating cutting-edge solutions to confront the world’s environmental threats – found right in their own backyards – ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 14 April, 2021 | Topics: Events, News
The U.S. government has mobilized a multi-tier, interagency approach to bring much needed relief to the people of St. Vincent and the Grenadines. The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) recently announced an increase of US$100,000 in disaster relief for people affected by violent eruptions of the La Soufrière volcano. Partnering with the St. Vincent ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 14 April, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
Location: St. Vincent and the Grenadines Event: The U.S. Embassy is coordinating with Royal Caribbean Cruises for a transit opportunity for U.S. citizens who wish to depart St. Vincent on Friday, 16 April to Dutch Sint Maarten. Boarding on the Celebrity Reflection will begin at 7:00 A.M. and will depart Kingstown Port, St. Vincent at 1:00 P.M. The ship will arrive in Philipsburg, Sint Maarten ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 14 April, 2021 | Topics: Alert, News
The U.S. Agency for International Development is providing an immediate $100,000 in disaster relief for people affected by violent eruptions of La Soufrière Volcano on the island of Saint Vincent. This assistance follows support USAID has already provided to the Saint Vincent and the Grenadines’ National Emergency Management Organization (NEMO) for evacuation efforts and the ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 13 April, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
Location: Barbados Event: The Barbados Meteorological Services issued a severe volcanic ash warning for the island on April 10, 2021. A thick plume of volcanic ash from the La Soufriere Volcano in St Vincent, which erupted on April 9, is currently affecting the island. Satellite imagery of the volcano continues to show a thick plume of ash ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 10 April, 2021 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: St. Vincent and the Grenadines Event: St. Vincent’s National Emergency Management Organization (NEMO) confirmed several eruptions at the La Soufriere volcano with ash plumes up to 20,000 feet on April 9. The ash cloud is moving east from St. Vincent with ash fall reported as far southeast as Argyle International Airport, which is located approximately 12 ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 9 April, 2021 | Topics: Alert, News
The United States congratulates St. Kitts and Nevis on the April 7 arrival of more than 21,000 vaccines through COVAX, its first tranche from the COVID-19 Vaccines Global Access (COVAX) Facility. COVAX is a global initiative to support equitable access to COVID-19 vaccines. St. Kitts and Nevis participate as a self-financing member and an active partner ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 9 April, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
The United States congratulates Antigua and Barbuda on the April 8 arrival of 24,000 vaccines through COVAX, its first tranche from the COVID-19 Vaccines Global Access (COVAX) Facility. COVAX is a global initiative to support equitable access to COVID-19 vaccines. Antigua and Barbuda participates as a self-financing member and an active partner in the multilateral effort ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 9 April, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
On Friday, April 9, U.S. Southern Command donated a C-26A maritime patrol aircraft spare engine to the Regional Security System (RSS) Air Wing, as well as additional aviation spare parts including gyros, landing actuators, and navigational transponders. The donation, which is valued at approximately US$750,000, is part of the Caribbean Basin Security Initiative (CBSI) Foreign ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 9 April, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
The United States congratulates Grenada on the successful arrival of 24,000 doses of the AstraZeneca COVID-19 on April 7, 2021. This shipment was made possible through the COVAX Advance Market Commitment, a global initiative to support equitable access to COVID-19 vaccines. The United States recently announced an initial $2 billion obligation—out of a total planned ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 9 April, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
[Kingstown, St. Vincent and the Grenadines] — The United States congratulates St. Vincent and the Grenadines on the successful arrival of 24,000 doses of the AstraZeneca COVID-19 on April 6, 2021. This shipment was made possible through the COVAX Advance Market Commitment, a global initiative to support equitable access to COVID-19 vaccines. The United States recently ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 9 April, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
[Castries, Saint Lucia] — The United States congratulates Saint Lucia on the successful arrival of 24,000 doses of the AstraZeneca COVID-19 on April 7, 2021. This shipment was made possible through the COVAX Advance Market Commitment, a global initiative to support equitable access to COVID-19 vaccines. The United States recently announced an initial $2 billion obligation—out ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 9 April, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
[Roseau, Dominica] — The United States congratulates Dominica on the successful arrival of 28,800 doses of the AstraZeneca COVID-19 on April 6, 2021. This shipment was made possible through the COVAX Advance Market Commitment, a global initiative to support equitable access to COVID-19 vaccines. The United States recently announced an initial $2 billion obligation—out of a ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 9 April, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
Location: St. Vincent and the Grenadines Event: Due to the increased seismic activity at the La Soufriere volcano in St. Vincent, the Prime Minister of St. Vincent and the Grenadines has issued an Evacuation Order of all premises in the areas designated in the Red Zones on the Northeast and Northwest of St. Vincent. The alert ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 9 April, 2021 | Topics: Alert
The United States congratulates Barbados on the April 6 arrival of more than 33,000 vaccines through COVAX, its first tranche from the COVID-19 Vaccines Global Access (COVAX) Facility. U.S. Ambassador to Barbados Linda Taglialatela joined Barbados Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley; Minister of Health and Wellness Jeffrey Bostic; Chief Medical Officer Dr. Kenneth George; PAHO/WHO ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 6 April, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases
On March 30th, the Embassy of the United States and the High Commission of Canada jointly hosted a virtual dialogue on the “Gender Economic Disparity in the Eastern Caribbean.” The event, streamed on Facebook Live, featured a moderated discussion on the ways in which the private and public sectors can incorporate more gender-inclusive policies as ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 31 March, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
On March 25, 2021, the U.S. Embassy to Barbados, the Eastern Caribbean, and the OECS convened 21 Eastern Caribbean and U.S. female leaders at a virtual conference to inspire and expand the networks of over 150 female conference participants from Antigua and Barbuda, Barbados, Dominica, Grenada, St. Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, and St. Vincent ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 29 March, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
On Tuesday, March 23, 2021, the U.S. Embassy to Barbados, the Eastern Caribbean and the OECS held a closing ceremony for its second cohort of Academy for Women Entrepreneurs (AWE) program. The Academy graduated 24 women creating and leading start-ups in construction, catering, fashion, education, human resource development, and other fields. The program provided them ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 29 March, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
On Thursday, March 18, members of the U.S. House of Representatives and the St. Vincent and the Grenadines House of Assembly met virtually to deepen and broaden U.S.-Vincentian bilateral ties. The meeting, part of the House Democracy Partnership (HDP), ran over its scheduled hour as the members discussed their legislatures’ role in the COVID-19 pandemic ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 23 March, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, Political Affairs, Press Releases
The United States has further expanded opportunities to renew U.S. visas without having to come to the U.S. Embassy in Bridgetown, Barbados for an in-person interview. These new “interview waiver” procedures will ease travel to the United States for many visitors who do not live in Barbados, as well as contribute to mitigating exposure to COVID-19. Most citizens and passport holders of Antigua and Barbuda, Barbados, Dominica, Grenada, Saint Lucia, ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 19 March, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases, Visas
On March 17, 2021 the United States Government, through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), provided five drones to the Caribbean Institute of Meteorology and Hydrology (CIMH) to strengthen the region’s capability to predict and respond to climate variability and natural disasters. The drones will support the CIMH’s work in gathering climate data ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 19 March, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
On Thursday March 11, the United States and the United Kingdom provided $75,000 of equipment to Barbados prosecutors to support remote criminal justice operations. The equipment will be used to facilitate remote working and virtual appearances at court proceedings, and further efforts to mitigate and contain the spread of COVID-19. The equipment gifted through the ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 12 March, 2021 | Topics: Events, Government Offices, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Barbados
On Tuesday, March 9, the United States Embassy in Bridgetown hosted a virtual panel discussion entitled Biz Talk: How WE (Women Entrepreneurs) Do Business! in celebration of Women’s History Month and as part of the Academy for Women Entrepreneurs Program (AWE). AWE is a business development and networking program for women entrepreneurs. The U.S. Embassy ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 10 March, 2021 | Topics: Business, Events, News, Press Releases
The U.S. Trade and Development Agency launched the Caribbean Regional Energy Procurement Assistance Program on March 4 to support the development of high-quality energy infrastructure in eight Caribbean countries. The Program is supported under USTDA’s Global Procurement Initiative: Understanding Best Value and represents a new U.S. government partnership with the Governments of Belize, Dominica, Grenada, ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 9 March, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases, Trade
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE WHA/U.S. Embassy Bridgetown Notice of Funding Opportunity Funding Opportunity Title: Women in Politics Leadership Institute Program Coordinator Funding Opportunity Number: PAS-BGI-FY21-03 Deadline for Applications: April 2, 2021 Assistance Listing Number: 19.040 – Public Diplomacy Programs Total Amount Available: $15,000.00 A. PROGRAM DESCRIPTION The Public Affairs Section (PAS), U.S. Embassy Bridgetown, of the U.S. Department ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 8 March, 2021 | Topics: News
Marika Baptiste of the St. Vincent Girls’ High School won the top prize at the U.S. Embassy’s Fourth Annual Black History Month Secondary School Speech Competition. The competition is held each February in recognition of Black History Month. This year secondary school students from across Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean were invited to give outstanding ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 5 March, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
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 States Agency for International Development (USAID) to present the Ministry of Health with a fully equipped ambulance on February 24, 2021, at the JNF General Hospital grounds. Dr. Delores Stapleton ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 25 February, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
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 the world’s most vulnerable and at-risk populations, including frontline health care workers. The U.S. contribution includes an initial and immediate $2 billion to the COVAX Advance Market Commitment (AMC), which ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 24 February, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases | Tags: COVID-19
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 U.S. Southern Command’s (USSOUTHCOM) Humanitarian Assistance Program, which is dedicated to helping partner nations build their disaster readiness, response and mitigation capabilities. “This donation to Dominica’s Office of Disaster Management ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 23 February, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
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 people of Saint Lucia on the occasion of their 42nd independence day. The United States values Saint Lucia’s regional leadership and partnership. We continue to take steps forward together in education, ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 22 February, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
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 the Caribbean Disaster Emergency Management Agency (CDEMA), U.S. Embassies of the Eastern Caribbean, and ECA TechCamp. The event brought together over 30 journalists, government information officers, disaster management professionals, and ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 19 February, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
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 to upgrade the Commonwealth of Dominica Police Force’s fleet. The SAFE Boat Mid-Life Upgrade included a complete vessel overhaul, new engines, and a spare parts package to ensure continued operability. ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 19 February, 2021 | Topics: Government Offices, News, Press Releases
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 recipients for this academic year. Antigua and Barbuda national Kendra Beazer has travelled to Pennsylvania to begin a Master’s degree in Environmental Policy at Lehigh University, funded by the U.S. ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 19 February, 2021 | Topics: Education, News, Press Releases, Success Stories
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 recipients for this academic year. Grenadian Larissa Mark has travelled to Omaha, Nebraska to begin graduate-level studies in Epidemiology at the University of Nebraska Medical Center, funded by the U.S. ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 19 February, 2021 | Topics: Education, News, Press Releases
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 44 countries and territories in two separate virtual exchanges taking place July 12 – September 6, 2021 and September 20 – November 17, 2021. Each program will offer a fully ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 17 February, 2021 | Topics: Art & Culture, News, Press Releases
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 the visa renewal process, the U.S. Embassy is pleased to announce interview visa waivers for qualified citizens of Antigua and Barbuda as of February 11, 2021. Passport holders from Antigua ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 11 February, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases, Visas
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 the visa renewal process, the U.S. Embassy is pleased to announce interview visa waivers for qualified citizens of Dominica as of February 8, 2021. Passport holders from Dominica, with the ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 10 February, 2021 | Topics: Consular Affairs, News, Visas
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 Grenada on the 47th anniversary of your independence. The United States appreciates Grenada’s regional leadership and partnership as we work toward greater security, prosperity, and democracy. This past year, the ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 7 February, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
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 the visa renewal process, the U.S. Embassy is pleased to announce interview visa waivers for qualified citizens of St. Vincent and the Grenadines as of February 4, 2021. Passport holders ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 4 February, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases, Visas
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 the centuries of struggle that have brought us to this time of reckoning, redemption, and hope. We have never fully lived up to the founding principles of this nation that ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 3 February, 2021 | Topics: Culture, News, President of the United States
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 the Constitution’s 13th Amendment abolishing slavery in the United States. It is a day when, thanks to the decades-long push of Richard R. Wright and his fellow civil rights advocates, ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 1 February, 2021 | Topics: Human Rights, Key Officials, News, U.S. Secretary of State, Western Hemisphere
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 licensed health care provider or public health official of having recovered from COVID-19 in the 90 days preceding travel. Waivers to the testing requirement may be granted by the CDC ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 27 January, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
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”) of U.S. government-funded and U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs to submit applications to the 2021 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF 2021). We seek proposals from teams of at least two alumni ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 26 January, 2021 | Topics: Alumni, News
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 matter and need to travel immediately, please follow the guidance provided at https://ais.usvisa-info.com/en-bb, or call 246 623 9832 or 246 623 9833 to request an emergency appointment. The MRV fee ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 26 January, 2021 | Topics: News, Non Immigrant Visas
JANUARY 20, 2021 The United States Capitol 11:52 AM EST THE PRESIDENT: Chief Justice Roberts, Vice President Harris, Speaker Pelosi, Leader Schumer, Leader McConnell, Vice President Pence, distinguished guests, and my fellow Americans. This is America’s day. This is democracy’s day. A day of history and hope. Of renewal and resolve. Through a crucible for ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 25 January, 2021 | Topics: News, President of the United States
U.S. Ambassador Linda Taglialatela visited the Mount Gay distillery in St. Lucy to toast the inauguration of President Joseph R. Biden Jr. and Vice President Kamala Harris. When George Washington was elected the first President of the United States in 1789, he special ordered a barrel of Barbados rum for his inauguration. Mount Gay is ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 20 January, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Press Releases, Western Hemisphere
Location: Worldwide: The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Director has signed an order requiring all airline passengers traveling to the United States, including U.S. citizens and Lawful Permanent Residents (LPRs), to provide proof of a negative COVID-19 viral test or recovery from COVID-19. Event: 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 ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 16 January, 2021 | Topics: Alert
U.S. Embassy Black History Month Secondary School Speech Competition Official Speech Contest Rules Contest Sponsors
[1] The Black History Month Secondary School Speech Competition is sponsored by the U.S. Department of State and U.S. Embassy Bridgetown (the “Contest Sponsors”). Description of Contest Objectives The United States Embassy to Barbados, the Eastern Caribbean, and the OECS is ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 15 January, 2021 | Topics: Culture, Education, Events, History
Today, on the occasion of the United States’ National Human Trafficking Awareness Day, the U.S. government recognizes the work of foreign governments and non-governmental organizations to combat the evils of human trafficking – the scourge of modern day slavery. On this day, we call attention to the multi-faceted efforts that advance the global goal of ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 11 January, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, Press Releases, U.S. & Barbados
Due to changes in Barbados’s general COVID-19 posture, the U.S. Embassy Bridgetown has canceled all visa appointments from Wednesday, January 6 to Friday, January 15, 2021. Non-immigrant visa applicants having an appointment during this period may reschedule their appointment here:
https://ais.usvisa-info.com/en-bb/niv . Your MRV fee remains valid. If you have an urgent need to travel to ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 2 January, 2021 | Topics: News, Visas
Location: St. Vincent and the Grenadines. Event: There is increased seismic activity at the La Soufriere volcano in St. Vincent. The government warned people to stay away from the volcano. No evacuation orders have been issued but residents in the surrounding communities have been urged to be prepared to evacuate should it become necessary. The ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 30 December, 2020 | Topics: Alert
The First Lady and I send our best wishes to all those observing Kwanzaa. For many, today marks the first day in a weeklong celebration of African culture and heritage. As families, friends, and communities light the Kinara over the next 7 days, our Nation honors the indelible contributions of African Americans to the strength ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 28 December, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases
The First Lady and I send our warmest wishes to all Americans as we celebrate Christmas. While our gatherings might look different than in years past, this Christmas, like every Christmas, is an opportunity for us to celebrate the birth of our Savior, Jesus Christ, and show our heartfelt gratitude for the abundant blessings God ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 28 December, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases
The Department of State has increased the Travel Advisory Level for the French West Indies, which includes the islands of Guadeloupe, Martinique, French Saint Martin, and Saint Barthélemy to a Level 4 – Do Not Travel, due to health and safety measures and COVID-related conditions. Read the Department of State’s
COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 22 December, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Notification, Press Releases
Having successfully launched our Instagram page in 2018 and our WhatsApp channel in 2020, the U.S. Embassy Bridgetown is excited to invite you to follow us today on our LinkedIn page! Our LinkedIn channel will allow us to share with you: – vacancies at the U.S. Embassy Bridgetown and our satellite offices business opportunities including ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 19 December, 2020 | Topics: News
Members of the Royal Grenada Police Force at a training session for the Police Incident Form which was developed under the CariSECURE project. The United States Government is Strengthening Evidence Based Decision Making in the Eastern and Southern Caribbean On December 14, 2020, the Citizen Security in the Caribbean (CariSECURE) project and its software development ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 17 December, 2020 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
Wednesday, December 16, marks the completion of the United States government’s year-long US$1 million upgrade of the Royal Grenada Police Force Coast Guard’s two nearshore intercept vessels. The SAFE Boat Mid-Life Upgrade included a complete vessel overhaul, new engines, and a spare parts package to ensure continued operability. The upgrades extend the vessels’ performance for ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 16 December, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases
The U.S. Embassy to Barbados, the Eastern Caribbean, and the Organization of the Eastern Caribbean States is pleased to announce that two Vincentians, Kayanna Burke and Benarva Browne, have been selected for the 2020-2021 Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program. The Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program is a Fulbright professional exchange program which brings accomplished young ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 15 December, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases
We are proud to announce the 2021 cohort from Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean for the U.S. Department of State’s
Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative (YLAI) Fellowship Program . This program will begin in January 2021 and close in April 2021, bringing together 263 young leaders from 37 countries in Latin America, the Caribbean, and Canada for a virtual fellowship. This year we ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 14 December, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases
On December 11, Barbadian entrepreneur Tirshatha Jeffrey met with U.S. Ambassador Linda Taglialatela to discuss her completion of the prestigious U.S.-sponsored International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP). Through this “WEAmericas” IVLP, female entrepreneurs from across the Caribbean, Latin America, and even as far away as South Africa examined how the United States supports women in business. ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 11 December, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases, Success Stories, U.S. & Barbados
On December 7, Barbados Minister of Health and Wellness Jeffrey Bostic joined U.S. Ambassador to Barbados Linda Taglialatela to mark the successful completion of the United States President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) program in Barbados. The ceremony celebrated the over nine years of cooperation between the two countries in combatting HIV, and which ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 7 December, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. & Barbados
The Department of State has increased the Travel Advisory Level for Saint Lucia to Level 3 – Reconsider travel to Saint Lucia due to health and safety measures and COVID-related conditions. Read the Department of State’s
COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 3 COVID-19 High Travel ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 1 December, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Every year on December 1 the world marks AIDS Day in remembrance of the millions of lives that have been lost to HIV/AIDS and pledge to continue working with the scientific community to find a cure to this terrible disease. The theme for World AIDS Day 2020 – Ending the HIV/AIDS Epidemic: Resilience and Impact is especially ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 1 December, 2020 | Topics: PEPFAR, Press Releases, Success Stories, U.S. & Barbados
The U.S. Embassy in Barbados has pledged $20,000 to support the new faculty at the University of the West Indies (UWI) Cave Hill Campus through cinema, poetry, and performance in 2021. U.S. Ambassador Linda Taglialatela met with Principal Eudine Barriteau and discussed opportunities for collaboration with Dean David Akombo, Deputy Dean Andrew Millington, and Head ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 27 November, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases
On Wednesday, November 25, local NGO Raya34Sports launched its “More than Boots” football clinic for more than 65 girls in 7 primary schools across Barbados. The ceremony, which took place in front of the Mount of Praise Wesleyan Holiness Church in Tudor Bridge, St. Michael, featured U.S. Ambassador Linda Taglialatela and Barbados Olympic Association Director ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 27 November, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. & Barbados
Travel Advisory – Traveling By Sea Near the British Virgin Islands U.S. Embassy Bridgetown advises travelers to exercise caution when traveling by sea near the British Virgin Islands including private/charter vessel day cruises. BVI borders are closed to U.S. tourists because of COVID restrictions and the government is strictly adhering to its border restrictions and ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 24 November, 2020 | Topics: Alert
The Department of State has lowered the Travel Advisory Level for Barbados to Level 2 – Exercise increased caution in Barbados due to health and safety measures and COVID-related conditions. Read the Department of State’s
COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has revised its Travel Health Notice Level for Barbados to a Level 2: COVID-19 ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 24 November, 2020 | Topics: Alert, U.S. Citizen Services
The Department of State has lowered the Travel Advisory Level for Saint Kitts & Nevis to Level 2 – Exercise increased caution in Saint Kitts & Nevis due to health and safety measures and COVID-related conditions. Read the Department of State’s
COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has revised its Travel Health Notice Level ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 24 November, 2020 | Topics: Alert, U.S. Citizen Services
U.S. Ambassador Linda Taglialatela celebrated Acting Director of the National Library Service Grace Haynes as she completes 43 years of employment with the library and retires November 24. Ms. Haynes began her career at age 19 and through four decades of service has managed multiple portfolios and projects for the library. Ambassador Taglialatela celebrated Ms. ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 24 November, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Education, Press Releases, Public Affairs
BRIDGETOWN – In celebration of Global Entrepreneurship Week, the U.S. Embassy for Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean and The Global Entrepreneurship Network (GEN) launched Startup Huddles in seven Eastern Caribbean countries. These monthly “Huddles” will support local entrepreneurs in honing their pitch skills and developing solutions to business challenges. Local successful entrepreneurs will serve as StartUp ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 16 November, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases
On Monday, November 16, 2020, U.S. Embassy Bridgetown will resume processing routine B1/B2 (non-immigrant tourist and business) visas. The first interview appointment date available will be December 1. At this time, U.S. Embassy Bridgetown is only able to interview citizens and permanent residents within its Eastern Caribbean consular district. Individuals residing outside of the Eastern ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 16 November, 2020 | Topics: Consular Affairs, Press Releases, Visas
BRIDGETOWN – On Wednesday, November 11, music students from Barbados Community College (BCC) and University of West Indies (UWI) Cave Hill Campus sang, danced, and played instruments alongside Tim and the Space Cadets, a New York-based music group touring Barbados this week. Tim Kubart, who won a Grammy award for Best Children’s Album in 2016, ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 13 November, 2020 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
November 6, 2020 CARRIACOU – On Friday, November 6, U.S. Principal Officer to Grenada Karl Duckworth joined Minister of Carriacou and Petite Martinique Affairs Hon. Kindra Maturine-Stewart, Minister of State with responsibility for Disaster Management Winston Garraway, and Permanent Secretaries Rholda Quamina and Rhonda Jones to commission a new emergency operations centre and warehouse ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 9 November, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases
CASTRIES – In support of Saint Lucia Business Month, the U.S. and Taiwan embassies joined efforts to explore private investment and entrepreneurship opportunities with Saint Lucia. The first virtual program, called the Partnership Opportunity Delegation (POD), discussed private sector partnership opportunities among the Saint Lucian Ministry of Commerce and U.S. and Taiwan companies representing critical ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 5 November, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases
The U.S. Embassy to Barbados, the Eastern Caribbean, and the OECS is pleased to issue a call for project proposals for the Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP) for 2020. The preservation of cultural heritage provides people with a link to traditions that might otherwise be lost. Historic buildings, monuments, artifacts etc. are important indicators ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 3 November, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador's Fund, Art & Culture, Culture, News, Notification
On behalf of the government of the United States and the American people, I congratulate the people of Antigua and Barbuda on your 39th anniversary of independence. As regional partners, our countries are working together to increase security, expand prosperity, and uphold democratic values. We are proud of the U.S.-Caribbean Resilience Partnership that strengthens our ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 3 November, 2020 | Topics: Notification, Western Hemisphere
BRIDGETOWN—On Thursday evening, the U.S. Embassy and the University of the West Indies (UWI) Cave Hill Campus screened the popular musical Hamilton for students and faculty in the creative arts. The musical traces the life of U.S. Founding Father Alexander Hamilton: his childhood in the Caribbean, his meteoric rise during the American Revolutionary War, his ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 30 October, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases
From October 19 to 22, the U.S. Embassy to Barbados conducted a fraud prevention and detection training with members of the Royal Barbados Police Force, Customs Department, Immigration Department, and the Barbados Defense Force at the Regional Police Training Centre Christ Church. The course, which was facilitated by the U.S. Diplomatic Security Services Overseas Criminal ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 29 October, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. & Barbados
The U.S. Embassy and the Barbados Ministry of Environment and National Beautification celebrated the completion of the 7-year Water Resource Management and Flood Resilience Project. The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) contributed US$5.3 million to the project, while the Government of Barbados invested US$1.7 million to the initiative. The project is a part ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 29 October, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. & Barbados
On behalf of the government and people of the United States of America, I congratulate the people of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines on the 41st anniversary of your independence. The United States is committed to helping make the Caribbean safer and more prosperous while upholding democratic values and human rights. The U.S.-Caribbean Resilience Partnership ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 27 October, 2020 | Topics: News, U.S. Secretary of State, Western Hemisphere
The U.S. Embassy in Bridgetown will be auctioning one truck bed, computer equipment, toners, household furniture & appliances, etc… “PLEASE READ THE DESCRIPTION FOR EACH ITEM BEFORE YOU BID”. Note that all bids (local currency BBD) must be placed exclusively online.
https://www.32auctions.com/NOV-03-2020 VIEWING:All items can be viewed on Friday October 30 between the hours of 9:00 ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 27 October, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases
On Monday, October 19, U.S. Ambassador to Grenada Linda Taglialatela joined Minister of Finance Gregory Bowen, Minister of State with responsibility for Disaster Management Winston Garraway, and Permanent Secretary Rhonda Jones to commission a new emergency operations centre and warehouse in Morne Jaloux. This centre will serve as the headquarters for the National Disaster Management ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 21 October, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases, Western Hemisphere
The Department of State has raised the Travel Advisory Level for Dominica to Level 3 – Reconsider travel to Dominica due to health and safety measures and COVID-related conditions. Read the Department of State’s
COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 2 Travel Health Notice for Dominica due ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 21 October, 2020 | Topics: Alert, U.S. Citizen Services
The Department of State has lowered the Travel Advisory Level for Saint Vincent and the Grenadines to Level 2 – Exercise increased caution in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines due to health and safety measures and COVID-related conditions. Read the Department of State’s
COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 21 October, 2020 | Topics: Alert, U.S. Citizen Services
With less than a month to go until the U.S. presidential election on November 3, U.S. Embassy officials are making one last call for Americans living in Barbados and across the Eastern Caribbean to vote. In recent weeks, hundreds of Americans have taken advantage of the Embassy’s voting assistance services, including arriving to the U.S. ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 16 October, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. Citizen Services
U.S. Ambassador to Barbados Linda Taglialatela toured the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory on Friday, October 2, to gain firsthand insight into its lifesaving work. The laboratory, completed in 2018 through a US$6 million investment by the U.S. Government, conducts all of Barbados’ COVID-19 testing. Chief Medical Officer Dr. Kenneth George and Laboratory Director Songee ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 5 October, 2020 | Topics: Health Issues, Press Releases, U.S. & Barbados | Tags: COVID-19, Health
On Tuesday September 29, the U.S. Embassy in Barbados in partnership with the Barbados Investment and Development Corporation (BIDC) and the Barbados Youth Business Trust (BYBT) launched the U.S. Department of State’s Academy for Women Entrepreneurs (AWE) Program. The Academy for Women Entrepreneurs (AWE) program, which is in its second year, is part of the ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 30 September, 2020 | Topics: Education, News, Press Releases, Success Stories, U.S. & Barbados
The U.S. Embassy Bridgetown invites you to participate in our online auction:- All bids must be placed exclusively online at
https://www.32auctions.com/OCT-10-2020 Once the auction Closes, Winners MUST pay via the bank ONLY! NO cash/in person payments will be accepted. Successful bidders should deposit/transfer the total amount into the Embassy’s bank account and provide a receipt ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 28 September, 2020 | Topics: Events
On behalf of the United States Government and the American people, I congratulate the Federation of Saint Christopher and Nevis on its 37th year of independence. Our strong relationship is rooted in deep historical and social ties based on democratic values, human rights, and prosperity. The U.S.-Caribbean Resilience Partnership strengthens our preparedness for hurricanes and ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 25 September, 2020 | Topics: Government Offices, Key Officials, Western Hemisphere
October 17, 2020 at our Embassy Parking Lot 9:00am until 1:00pm The U.S. Embassy will be holding a sealed-bid auction at the U.S. Embassy parking lot in Wildey Business Park, Wildey, St. Michael. Viewing begins at 9:00am and all bids must be in by 1:00pm. The following vehicle will be offered: 2013 Honda CRV 4WD ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 25 September, 2020 | Topics: Events, Notification
BRIDGETOWN, Barbados – Last week, more than 5,000 persons across the Caribbean and as far away as the UK tuned into the virtual Professional Development Series, hosted by the U.S. Embassy and the CARICOM Youth Ambassadors (CYA). The three-part series, which was streamed on the Embassy’s Facebook Live platform, provided aspiring professionals across the region ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 21 September, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases
September 11, 2020 BRIDGETOWN, Barbados – To promote high achievement in literacy, the United States, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), partnered with the Organization of Eastern and Caribbean States (OECS) since 2015 through the Early Learners Program (ELP) to improve reading achievements of learners in Grades K through 3 in Antigua and ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 14 September, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases
September 10, 2020 BRIDGETOWN, Barbados – The United States Embassy recently donated $30,000 USD worth of hurricane shelter equipment to Saint Lucia’s National Emergency Management Organization (NEMO) to aid in preparation efforts for future hurricane seasons. “This U.S. funded project will support the local purchase of 230 foam covered mattresses that will be pre-positioned at ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 14 September, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases
Due to the effects of COVID-19 routine B1/B2 in-person interviews remain suspended. If you have an urgent matter and need to travel immediately, please follow the guidance provided at
https://ais.usvisa-info.com/en-bb/niv , or 246-623-9832 or 246-6239833 to request an emergency appointment. For more information visit the
Nonimmigrant Visas page . The Consular Section of the U.S. Embassy in Bridgetown is responsible for ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 2 September, 2020 | Topics: Messages for U.S. Citizens, Non Immigrant Visas
The U.S. Embassy Bridgetown and the Caribbean Youth Ambassadors Barbados will host a three-part virtual professional development series in response to rising unemployment due to the suspension of global travel and the subsequent impact on the Eastern Caribbean tourism sector as a result of COVID-19. This week-long “Lunchtime Lecture” seminar will provide aspiring professionals with ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 31 August, 2020 | Topics: Events, Public Affairs, U.S. & Barbados
COVID-19 Information Last updated: 5/18/22 Travel to the USA All airline passengers to the United States ages two years and older, regardless of vaccination status or citizenship, must provide a negative COVID-19 viral test taken within one calendar day of travel. Alternatively, travelers to the United States may provide documentation from a licensed health care provider of having recovered from COVID-19 ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 25 August, 2020 | Topics: Alert | Tags: Grenada Alert
Location: Anguilla, Antigua and Barbuda, the British Virgin Islands, St. Barthelemy, St. Kitts and Nevis, St. Martin The U.S. Embassy to Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean alerts U.S. citizens that the National Hurricane Center is advising that Tropical Storm Laura is headed towards the Eastern Caribbean. Maximum sustained winds are near 45 mph (75 km/h) ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 21 August, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Consular Affairs, Messages for U.S. Citizens
2020 is a Presidential Election Year. All Americans, regardless of where you reside, can vote in this election. However, if you do not plan to return to the United States to vote in person, you will need to pay careful attention to registration, absentee request, and ballot receipt deadlines. Such deadlines vary by state and many have been adjusted ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 21 August, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Consular Affairs, Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. Citizen Services
The U.S. Embassy in Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean is pleased to announce that Xavier Caddle is the Fulbright LASPAU recipient for this academic year. Xavier has been accepted to pursue a PhD in Computer Science at the University of Central Florida beginning in the Fall of 2020. The Fulbright LASPAU program is affiliated with ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 21 August, 2020 | Topics: Education, Press Releases, Scholarships and Exchanges, Study in the U.S., U.S. & Barbados
August 19, 2020 US provides Masks, PPE to Assist in COVID Control in Dominica The United States Embassy recently donated $US30,000 worth of personal protective equipment COVID-19 related supplies to Dominica’s Office of Disaster Management to assist Dominica’s efforts to combat and control the COVID-19 pandemic. “These supplies will support national efforts to contain the ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 20 August, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases
On August 6, the U.S. Department of State removed the Global Level 4 Travel Advisory – Do Not Travel – and adjusted the individual travel advisories of Barbados and the countries of the Eastern Caribbean to Level 3 – Reconsider Travel. After nearly five months of a global do not travel advisory, the upgrade to ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 8 August, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases
Five Christ Church Foundation School (CCFS) student-athletes and two coaches met with U.S. Ambassador Linda Taglialatela at the U.S. Embassy before the students depart to study in the United States. Selena Johnson (Northern Michigan University – track and field), Nathan Crawford-Wallis (Prairie View A&M University – track and field), Chanté Moore (Dakota College at Bottineau ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 7 August, 2020 | Topics: Education, Press Releases
This is my first Emancipation Day in Grenada. It is well worth celebrating that in 1833, across the British Caribbean, nearly a million people were freed from slavery. Although we don’t have a national holiday in the United States to mark the emancipation from slavery, many states and cities have their own holiday. The District ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 3 August, 2020 | Topics: Culture, Fundamental Freedoms, History, Press Releases, Public Affairs, Western Hemisphere
On behalf of the U.S. Embassy in Barbados, the Eastern Caribbean, and the OECS, I would like to express our deepest condolences on the passing of former Prime Minister Owen Arthur. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and the people of Barbados in this period of mourning. I remember when I first met ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 31 July, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, News, U.S. & Barbados
On Saturday, July 25, the United States government and U.S. non-profit, Source Relief, delivered 10,665lbs of humanitarian aid to charities in St. Kitts and Nevis. The delivery was made possible with the help of the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and the U.S. Air Force, which provided an airlift to transport the private U.S. charity ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 30 July, 2020 | Topics: Child and Family Matters, News, Political Affairs, Press Releases
July 30 - World Day Against Trafficking in Persons: The Embassy's third "CrossRoads" edition introduces the warning signs and serious consequences of trafficking in persons. Download your copy today!
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 29 July, 2020 | Topics: Education
Location: Anguilla, Antigua and Barbuda, the British Virgin Islands, Dominica, Guadeloupe, Martinique, Montserrat, St. Barthelemy, St. Kitts and Nevis, St. Martin Event: The U.S. Embassy to Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean alerts U.S. citizens that the National Hurricane Center is advising that Potential Tropical Cyclone 9 is headed towards the Eastern Caribbean. Maximum sustained winds ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 28 July, 2020 | Topics: Alert
U.S. Embassy Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean Emergency Message for U.S. Citizens: Tropical Storm Gonzalo (Update #2) July 24, 2020 This is an update to our previous messages regarding Tropical Storm Gonzalo. The government of Barbados has canceled the Hurricane Watches for Barbados and St. Vincent and the Grenadines. A Tropical Storm Warning is in effect for ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 24 July, 2020 | Topics: Alert, U.S. Citizen Services
U.S. Embassy Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean Emergency Message for U.S. Citizens: Tropical Storm Gonzalo (Update #1) July 23, 2020 This is an update to our previous message regarding Tropical Storm Gonzalo. Hurricane Warnings are now in effect for Barbados and St. Vincent and the Grenadines. At 200 PM AST today, the center of Tropical ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 23 July, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News, U.S. Citizen Services
U.S. Embassy Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean Emergency Message for U.S. Citizens: Tropical Storm Gonzalo July 22, 2020 The U.S. Embassy to Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean alerts U.S. citizens that Tropical Storm Gonzalo has formed and is headed towards the Eastern Caribbean. According to the
National Hurricane Center , Gonzalo is expected to move near or over the ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 22 July, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
At a meeting of the U.S.-Caribbean Resilience Partnership Working Group on Friday, July 10, the Inter-American Foundation (IAF) announced a $5 million initiative to strengthen community-led disaster preparedness, for which U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) is providing $1 million. Frequent and intensifying natural disasters over the past decade have disrupted small island nations’ infrastructure ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 21 July, 2020 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
U.S. Citizen Services Effective July 22, 2020, the United States Embassy in Barbados will provide routine passport, Consular Report of Birth Abroad, and notarial services on a limited and
by appointment only basis. If you need to renew an adult passport, please follow the instructions
here . Visas As of July 22, the United States Embassy in Barbados is resuming certain immigrant and nonimmigrant visa services, including: F1, ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 20 July, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Non Immigrant Visas, U.S. Citizen Services
Location: Sint Maarten Event: Flight to Ft. Lauderdale on July 18 Operated by Spirit Airlines The Embassy in Bridgetown, Barbados has been advised of a flight being offered by Spirit Airlines on July 18, 2020. The flight will depart from Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM) in Sint Maarten and proceed to Fort Lauderdale – Hollywood International Airport (FLL) in ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 15 July, 2020 | Topics: Alert, U.S. Citizen Services
U.S. songwriters Tim Kubart and Diana Lawrence joined Kittitian media personality Michelle “Sweet Sister Sensia” Stokes for a virtual discussion about intellectual property rights and the creative music process. More than 100 viewers joined an animated discussion about registration, royalties, and resources to support creative artists in Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean. Sweet Sister Sensia ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 10 July, 2020 | Topics: Art & Culture
The United States has long been the destination of choice for international students, and we are pleased that many international students who had planned to study this fall in the United States may still have the opportunity to do so. The Department of Homeland Security has announced its plan for temporary modifications to F-1 and ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 8 July, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases
BRIDGETOWN, Barbados – The United States Embassy recently furnished the Regional Security System with nearly $US40,000 worth of maritime equipment and upgrades, to assist in the maintenance and longevity of the RSS Maritime Training Center’s patrol boats. The patrol boats are used to train police and coast guard forces throughout the Caribbean. “Our US partners ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 8 July, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases
U.S. Ambassador Linda Taglialatela invites you to join a virtual U.S. Citizen Town Hall meeting on Wednesday, July 8, at 2:00 p.m. The Ambassador and consular officers will provide information regarding emergency preparedness during the 2020 hurricane season and how to register, receive, complete, and mail absentee ballots to vote in the November Presidential Election. Meeting information: Topic: Embassy ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 7 July, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Statement by United States Ambassador, Linda S Taglialatela Over the last 5 years, I have had the great honour to celebrate July 4th, the United States’ Independence Day, throughout the Eastern Caribbean. As an American, I see July 4th as a day to not only appreciate the great ideals and accomplishments of my country, but ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 6 July, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Embassy, Featured Event
Demonstration Alert Location: U.S. Embassy Bridgetown, Barbados – Wildey Business Park Event: A demonstration by a group of protesters is planned for Saturday, July 4 at 11:00 a.m. in the vicinity of the U.S. Embassy. Demonstrations may also occur elsewhere in the Eastern Caribbean region. Exercise caution if in the vicinity of large gatherings or protests; ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 2 July, 2020 | Topics: Alert, U.S. Citizen Services
U.S. Ambassador Linda Taglialatela invites you to join a virtual U.S. Citizen Town Hall meeting on Thursday, July 9, at 2:00pm. The Ambassador and consular officers will provide information regarding emergency preparedness during the 2020 hurricane season and how to register, receive, complete and mail absentee ballots to vote in the November Presidential election. Login information will ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 2 July, 2020 | Topics: Alert, U.S. Citizen Services
Location: Barbados The commercial carrier – JetBlue – has informed the Embassy in Bridgetown that it is intending to offer seats to U.S. citizens and U.S. Legal Permanent Residents on a July 4 flight to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York City departing in the late afternoon. Details of the flight including planned departure time and cost ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 30 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Alert: Potential Flight from Barbados (BGI) to New York (JFK) on Thursday, July 2, 2020 Location: Barbados The commercial carrier – JetBlue – has informed the Embassy in Bridgetown that it is intending to offer seats to U.S. citizens and U.S. Legal Permanent Residents on a July 2 flight to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 26 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, U.S. Citizen Services
We recommend that all U.S. citizens traveling or living abroad enroll in the Department of State’s
Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) , a free service protected by U.S. privacy law. Once you register with STEP you will receive important updates from the Embassy to help you make informed decisions, and it can help the Embassy and your family and friends ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 26 June, 2020 | Topics: U.S. Citizen Services, U.S. Passports
Now in it’s 20th year, the Trafficking in Persons (TIP) Report is the U.S. Government’s principal diplomatic tool to engage foreign governments on human trafficking. It is also the world’s most comprehensive resource of governmental anti-human trafficking efforts and reflects the U.S. Government’s commitment to global leadership on this key human rights and law enforcement issue. The theme ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 26 June, 2020 | Topics: Human Rights, News, Policy | Tags: Trafficking in Persons
Location: Saint Vincent Event: The Embassy in Bridgetown, Barbados is coordinating with the commercial carrier – Seaborne Airlines (Silver Airways) – to facilitate a private charter flight departing from Saint Vincent (SVD) to San Juan (SJU), Puerto Rico (U.S.A.) on Friday, June 26, 2020 at 10:00am for the purpose of repatriating U.S. citizens. We urge U.S. citizens (and U.S. Legal Permanent ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 23 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert
June 10, 2020 U.S. Embassy Donates PPE to CDEMA and the Regional Security System U.S. Coast Guard Commander Steve Charnon, Senior Defense Official at the U.S. Embassy in Barbados, formally handed over US$104,000 of COVID-19 personal protective equipment (PPE) to the Caribbean Disaster and Emergency Management Agency (CDEMA) and the Regional Security System during a ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 22 June, 2020 | Topics: Events, News
Lieutenant Commander Mark Peterson, Commander of the Barbados Coast Guard recently graduated from the U.S. Army’s Command and General Staff College at Fort Leavenworth, after undergoing 10-months of intensive study as part of the U.S. International Military Education and Training (IMET) program. The Command and General Staff College stands as the lead U.S. Army leadership ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 19 June, 2020 | Topics: News, Regions, U.S. & Barbados, Western Hemisphere
Location: St. Vincent Event: The Embassy in Bridgetown, Barbados is exploring the possibility of another flight with the commercial carrier – Seaborne Airlines/Silver Airways –from St. Vincent to San Juan (SJU), Puerto Rico (U.S.A.) for the purpose of repatriating U.S. citizens. U.S. citizens who are interested in this potential flight opportunity should contact the Embassy ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 17 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Location: Kensington Oval to Independence Square in Bridgetown, Barbados Event: A demonstration march by a group of protesters is planned for Saturday, June 13 beginning at 11:00 a.m. from Kensington Oval to Independence Square. Demonstrations may also occur elsewhere in the Eastern Caribbean region. Exercise caution if in the vicinity of large gatherings or protests; even peaceful protests can ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 12 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Location: Barbados Event: The Embassy in Bridgetown, Barbados has been advised of a flight with the commercial carrier -Silver Airways- departing from Bridgetown, Barbados (BGI) to San Juan, Puerto Rico (SJU) and continuing on with a final destination of Fort Lauderdale, Florida (FLL) on Friday, June 12 for the purpose of repatriating U.S. citizens. The flight will Depart BGI at 10:00am ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 9 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert
We All Have a Duty to Protect Our Oceans U.S. Ambassador Linda S. Taglialatela Nobel Laureate Derek Walcott wrote, “The sea is history.” Scientific theory holds that life on earth began shortly after the formation of the world’s oceans 4.4 billion years ago and may have started there. Today our oceans remain a lifeline, covering ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 8 June, 2020 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
PRESS STATEMENT MORGAN ORTAGUS, DEPARTMENT SPOKESPERSON JUNE 8, 2020 The United States congratulates the people of St. Kitts and Nevis on their free and fair elections and looks forward to deepening our partnership with Prime Minister Timothy Harris and his government. We will continue to work together to promote security, economic prosperity, and democratic rights ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 8 June, 2020 | Topics: Events, News
Location: Barbados Event: The commercial carrier – JetBlue – has informed the Embassy in Bridgetown that it is intending to offer seats to U.S. citizens and U.S. Legal Permanent Residents on a June 9 flight to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York City on Tuesday. The June 9 flight would depart at 5:30 pm with a ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 5 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Location: St. Lucia Event: The Embassy in Bridgetown, Barbados has been advised of a flight with the commercial carrier – JetBlue –from St. Lucia to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York City on Wednesday, June 10 for the purpose of repatriating U.S. citizens. We urge U.S. citizens (and U.S. Legal Permanent Residents) ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 5 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Location: U.S. Embassy Bridgetown, Barbados – Wildey Business Park Event: A demonstration by a group of protesters is planned for Saturday, June 6 at 11:00 a.m. in the vicinity of the U.S. Embassy. Demonstrations may also occur elsewhere in the Eastern Caribbean region. Exercise caution if in the vicinity of large gatherings or protests; even peaceful ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 5 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert
U.S. Embassy Bridgetown will host its inaugural Women in Politics Leadership Institute from July 29 to August 26, 2020. The free five-week online program will gather 25 aspiring female leaders from Antigua and Barbuda, Barbados, Dominica, Grenada, St. Kitts and Nevis, St. Lucia, and St. Vincent and the Grenadines to gain knowledge on the importance ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 3 June, 2020 | Topics: Culture, Education
The responses to the tragic death of George Floyd by Americans and people worldwide, including in the Caribbean, express pain, anger, and frustration towards racial injustice in the United States. Although our nation was founded on the principles of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness, racism too is part of our history and has ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 2 June, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases
A VARIETY OF GYM EQUIPMENT All bids must be placed exclusively online –
www.32auctions.com/US-EmbassyGymequpiment Once the auction Closes, successful bidders may deposit the total amount into the Embassy’s bank account and provide a receipt or pay cash. Bank Account info: First Caribbean Int’l Bank (FCIB), Account number: 1000092245. BBD and USD ($$1=2BBD) Accepted; Exact change if ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 2 June, 2020 | Topics: News
A Proclamation by the President of the United States of America From America’s earliest days, Caribbean Americans have contributed to the success, spirit, and character of our Nation. For generations, their skills, knowledge, innovation, and initiative have enhanced and advanced many aspects of our society. During National Caribbean-American Heritage Month, we celebrate the rich history ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 1 June, 2020 | Topics: Events, News
On May 27, U.S. Ambassador Linda Taglialatela spoke by phone with St. Lucia Prime Minister Allen Chastanet to discuss the COVID-19 pandemic response and preparations for the upcoming hurricane season. The Ambassador thanked the Prime Minister for his government’s support for the repatriation of U.S. citizens from St. Lucia during the pandemic. They discussed healthcare protocols and economic ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 1 June, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases
May 28, 2020 On May 27, U.S. Ambassador Linda Taglialatela spoke by phone with Dominica Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit to discuss Dominica’s COVID-19 response and hurricane preparedness. The Ambassador thanked the Prime Minister for his government’s support for the repatriation of U.S. citizens from Dominica during the pandemic. They discussed the testing kits and medical equipment made available ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 1 June, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases
May 29, 2020 The United States Embassy in Barbados hosted an online discussion on May 28 ahead of the one-year anniversary of the UN human rights report on Venezuela. The program featured former U.S. Ambassador to Venezuela Patrick Duddy, a retired diplomat, who currently serves as the director of Duke University’s Center for Latin American ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 1 June, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases
Months into fighting the COVID-19 pandemic at home and abroad, the United States is continuing to lead the global charge against the pandemic, building on decades of leadership in life-saving health and humanitarian assistance. Through the generosity of the American people, our foreign assistance is saving lives and helping to mitigate economic devastation around the ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 20 May, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: COVID
Location: Anguilla Event: The Embassy in Bridgetown, Barbados has been advised of a flight from Anguilla (AXA) to San Juan (SJU), Puerto Rico (U.S.A.) on Saturday, May 23 with the commercial carrier – Seaborne Airlines/Silver Airways. We urge U.S. citizens (and U.S. Legal Permanent Residents) wishing to travel to the U.S. to contact this airline directly and immediately ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 19 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Location: Saint Kitts Event: The Embassy in Bridgetown, Barbados is coordinating with the commercial carrier – Seaborne Airlines/Silver Airways – to facilitate flights from Saint Kitts (SKB) to San Juan (SJU), Puerto Rico (U.S.A.) on Thursday, May 21 and Friday, May 22 for the purpose of repatriating U.S. citizens. We urge U.S. citizens (and U.S. Legal Permanent Residents) ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 18 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Location: Barbados Event: The Embassy in Bridgetown, Barbados has coordinated a second flight with the commercial carrier – Seaborne Airlines (Silver Airways) – to facilitate a private charter flight departing from Bridgetown (BGI) to San Juan (SJU), Puerto Rico (U.S.A.) on Saturday, May 16, 2020 at 10:00am for the purpose of repatriating U.S. citizens. A limited number of seats remain available. ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 14 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Location: Barbados Event: The Embassy in Bridgetown, Barbados is coordinating with the commercial carrier – Seaborne Airlines (Silver Airways) – to facilitate a private charter flight departing from Bridgetown (BGI) to San Juan (SJU), Puerto Rico (U.S.A.) on Friday, May 15, 2020 at 10:00am for the purpose of repatriating U.S. citizens. We urge U.S. citizens (and U.S. Legal Permanent Residents) wishing ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 12 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Location: Saint Kitts Event: The Embassy in Bridgetown, Barbados is exploring the possibility of additional flights with the commercial carrier – Seaborne Airlines/Silver Airways –from Saint Kitts (SKB) to San Juan (SJU), Puerto Rico (U.S.A.) for the purpose of repatriating U.S. citizens. U.S. citizens who are interested in this potential flight opportunity should contact the Embassy by emailing ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 11 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Location: Barbados Event: The Embassy in Bridgetown, Barbados is exploring the possibility of another flight with the commercial carrier – Seaborne Airlines/Silver Airways –from Barbados (BGI) to San Juan (SJU), Puerto Rico (U.S.A.) for the purpose of repatriating U.S. citizens. U.S. citizens who are interested in this potential flight opportunity should contact the Embassy by emailing us ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 6 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert
World Press Freedom Day Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State On World Press Freedom Day, recognized around the world on May 3, we highlight the critical role of independent media in facilitating the open exchange of information and ideas so vital to free, prosperous, and secure democratic societies. This year, as the world faces the ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 3 May, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases
Alert: Additional Flight from Anguilla to San Juan, Puerto Rico Scheduled on Friday, May 1, 2020 Location: Anguilla Event: The Embassy in Bridgetown, Barbados has coordinated with the commercial carrier – Seaborne Airlines (Silver Airways) – to facilitate an additional commercial flight from Anguilla (AXA) to San Juan (SJU), Puerto Rico (U.S.A.) on Friday, May 1, 2020 (scheduled departure 10:10am – arrival ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 29 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Location: Grenada Event: Additional transportation from Carriacou to catch the Seaborne Airlines/Silver Airways flight on Thursday, April 30 Ferry from Carriacou The Ministry of Carriacou and Petite Martinique Affairs along with the Grenada Tourism Authority has kindly offered ferry service from Carriacou for U.S. citizens wishing to catch the flight on Thursday. Please find the ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 28 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Location: Grenada Event: Flight full: Seaborne Airlines/Silver Airways flight on Thursday, April 30 Flights Commercial carrier Seaborne Airlines/Silver Airways has sold all available seats for its flight from Grenada to San Juan, Puerto Rico, on Thursday, April 30. The Embassy is working with the airline for another flight in the near future, and we will ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 28 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Location: Anguilla Event: The Embassy in Bridgetown, Barbados is coordinating with the commercial carrier – Seaborne Airlines (Silver Airways) – to facilitate commercial flights from Anguilla (AXA) to San Juan (SJU), Puerto Rico (U.S.A.) on Thursday, April 30, 2020 for the purpose of repatriating U.S. citizens. We urge U.S. citizens (and U.S. Legal Permanent Residents) wishing to travel to ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 27 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Location: Grenada Event: Update: Seaborne Airlines/Silver Airways flight on Thursday, April 30 Flights Commercial carrier Seaborne Airlines/Silver Airways is ready to accept reservations for a flight from Grenada to San Juan, Puerto Rico, on Thursday, April 30, for the purpose of repatriating U.S. citizens. Customers should call them at +1 (801) 401-9103. This flight will ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 27 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert | Tags: Grenada Alert
Location: Grenada Event: Seaborne Airlines/Silver Airways flight on Thursday, April 30 Flights U.S. Embassy Grenada is coordinating with the commercial carrier – Seaborne Airlines/Silver Airways – to facilitate a flight from Grenada to San Juan, Puerto Rico, on Thursday, April 30, for the purpose of repatriating U.S. citizens. Reservations will start tomorrow, and we will ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 27 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert | Tags: Grenada Alert
U.S. Secretary of State Michael Pompeo announced on April 21 more than US$270 million in additional foreign assistance to respond to the COVID-19 outbreak. This new funding will provide approximately US$170 million in humanitarian aid to allow communities in some of the most at-risk countries to prepare for and respond to the pandemic. At the ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 25 April, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases
On April 23, the Barbados Copyright Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers Incorporated (COSCAP) and the U.S. Embassy in Barbados hosted a free online program entitled “Intellectual Property Rights – Protecting Caribbean Creativity.” Convened ahead of World Intellectual Property Day, April 26, the hour-long lecture and discussion featured Erica Smith, CEO of COSCAP Barbados, and Kevin ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 25 April, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases
Location: Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean – Anguilla, Antigua & Barbuda, British Virgin Islands, Dominica, Guadeloupe, Martinique, Montserrat, St. Barthélemy (St. Barts), St. Kitts and Nevis, St. Lucia, St. Martin, St. Vincent and the Grenadines. Event: There are confirmed cases of COVID-19 within Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean, and most of the jurisdictions in our district ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 23 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Today, the United States observes the 50th anniversary of the first Earth Day. The United States is proud of its record as a world leader in promoting clean water and air, conserving natural resources, and protecting nature while driving economic growth and fostering resilience to natural disasters at home and abroad. The United States is ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 22 April, 2020 | Topics: News
Location: Martinique and Guadeloupe Event: Please note the corrected airport codes for the repatriation flight on Thursday, April 23 from Martinique (FDF) and Guadeloupe (PTP) to San Juan (SJU), Puerto Rico (U.S.A.). • U.S. citizens in possession of valid U.S. passports who are interested and prepared to travel should contact
BridgetownACS@state.gov immediately with the information below. Please do ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 22 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Location: Martinique and Guadeloupe Event: The Department of State is preparing potential evacuation flights with capacity for private U.S. citizens on a reimbursable basis, leaving Aimé Césaire International Airport (FSF) and Pointe-à-Pitre International Airport (GUAD) on April 23, 2020 to San Juan (SJU), Puerto Rico (U.S.A.). • Please note that all passengers will need to reimburse the U.S. ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 20 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert
U.S. Ambassador to Barbados, the Eastern Caribbean, and the OECS Linda Taglialatela spoke by phone with Barbadian Foreign Minister Jerome Walcott on April 16. Ambassador Taglialatela and Minister Walcott discussed ongoing U.S. assistance to Barbados during the COVID-19 pandemic, including the planned delivery of U.S.-funded COVID-19 testing materials and supplies for health programs paid for ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 19 April, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases
Like you, I miss getting out of the house and visiting with friends and colleagues. As the longest serving ambassador in Barbados, I missed the kites this Easter and the festival in Oistins, which I’ve come to love. My thoughts are also with my brothers and sister in the United States, where the epidemic has ravaged ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 17 April, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases
Location: DOMINICA Event: The Embassy in Bridgetown, Barbados is coordinating with the commercial carrier – Seaborne Airlines/Silver Airways – to facilitate a flight from Dominica to San Juan (SJU), Puerto Rico (U.S.A.) on Tuesday, April 21, 2020, for the purpose of repatriating U.S. citizens. We urge U.S. citizens (and U.S. Legal Permanent Residents) wishing to travel to the U.S. to ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 17 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Location: Saint Lucia Event: Due to logistical issues, the flight to San Juan, Puerto Rico on Seabourne Airlines/Silver Airways scheduled from Saint Lucia on Friday, April 17 is cancelled. U.S. Embassy Bridgetown is working to reschedule this flight. U.S. citizens should enroll in step.state.gov to receive the latest updates regarding travel options to depart St. Lucia. ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 17 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Location: Saint Lucia Event: The Embassy in Bridgetown, Barbados is coordinating with the commercial carrier – Seaborne Airlines/Silver Airways – to facilitate a flight from Saint Lucia to San Juan (SJU), Puerto Rico (U.S.A.) on Friday, April 17, 2020, for the purpose of repatriating U.S. citizens. We urge U.S. citizens (and U.S. Legal Permanent Residents) wishing to travel ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 15 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert
No country can fight COVID-19 alone. Governments around the world are grappling with unprecedented challenges as they tackle the COVID-19 global pandemic. The United States is significantly increasing production of materials domestically while working through appropriate channels to purchase excess supplies from other nations to meet our needs. We are working in solidarity with our ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 15 April, 2020 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
Location: Antigua Event: The Embassy in Bridgetown, Barbados continues to coordinate with the commercial carrier – Seaborne Airlines/Silver Airways – and is facilitating a THIRD flight from Antigua (ANU) to San Juan (SJU), Puerto Rico (U.S.A.) on Thursday, April 16, 2020, at 10:30am for the purpose of repatriating U.S. citizens. We urge U.S. citizens (and U.S. Legal Permanent Residents) ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 14 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Alert: Update Regarding Flights from St. Kitts to San Juan, Puerto Rico (U.S.A.) Location: Saint Kitts and Nevis Event: The Embassy in Bridgetown, Barbados continues to coordinate with the commercial carrier – Seaborne Airlines/Silver Airways – and is facilitating a third flight from Saint Kitts (SKB) to San Juan (SJU), Puerto Rico (U.S.A.) on Saturday, ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 10 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, U.S. Citizen Services
Location: Saint Kitts and Nevis Event: The Embassy in Bridgetown, Barbados is coordinating with the commercial carrier – Seaborne Airlines/Silver Airways – to facilitate two flights from Saint Kitts (SKB) to San Juan (SJU), Puerto Rico (U.S.A.) on Saturday, April 11, 2020, for the purpose of repatriating U.S. citizens. We urge U.S. citizens (and U.S. Legal Permanent ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 9 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert
U.S. Secretary of State Michael Pompeo announced Wednesday, April 8, US$225 million in health, humanitarian, and economic assistance to boost COVID-19 response efforts worldwide. This assistance follows an initial investment of nearly US$274 million in emergency health and humanitarian from the State Department and USAID announced March 26. COVID-19 aid from the United States is ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 9 April, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: COVID-19
Alert – U.S. Embassy Grenada (April 7, 2020) Location: Grenada Event: State of emergency extended Flight 38 U.S. citizens flew to Puerto Rico yesterday on the Seaborne Airlines/Silver Airways flight. At this time, there are no additional flight options from Grenada to the United States. U.S. citizens who did not take the flight yesterday should ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 7 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Evacuation Information Dominica has imposed significant restrictions on movement and travel due to the confirmed cases of COVID-19. If you are a U.S. citizen in Dominica attempting to return the United States, please
click here and complete the information request form. A form must be completed for each person wishing to return to the United States. We thank you for ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 7 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert
The United States has quickly mobilized US$6 million to provide test kits to Barbados and more than 60 other countries to fight the spread of COVID-19. Each test kit contains supplies for 2,000 testing samples, including non-consumable equipment that can be used to conduct additional testing. This emergency assistance is part of an International Atomic ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 7 April, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: COVID-19
Event: The U.S. Embassy in Bridgetown, Barbados has coordinated with the commercial carrier – Seaborne Airlines/Silver Airways – to facilitate a flight from Bridgetown (BGI) to San Juan (SJU), Puerto Rico (U.S.A.) tomorrow, Tuesday, April 7 to repatriate U.S. citizens and U.S. Legal Permanent Residents. We urge those wishing to travel to the U.S. to email this ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 6 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Location: Grenada Event: Additional details on Seaborne Airlines/Silver Airways flights on Monday, April 6 Flights U.S. Embassy Grenada is coordinating with the commercial carrier – Seaborne Airlines/Silver Airways – to facilitate two flights from Grenada to San Juan, Puerto Rico, on Monday, April 6, for the purpose of repatriating U.S. citizens. We talked to the ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 5 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Alert – U.S. Embassy Grenada (April 4, 2020) Location: Grenada Event: Additional details on Seaborne Airlines/Silver Airways flights on Monday, April 6 Flights U.S. Embassy Grenada is coordinating with the commercial carrier – Seaborne Airlines/Silver Airways – to facilitate two flights from Grenada to San Juan, Puerto Rico, on Monday, April 6, for the purpose ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 4 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, U.S. Citizen Services
Alert – Update on Flights from St. Kitts to San Juan, Puerto Rico (U.S.A.) Location: Saint Kitts Event: Due to logistical issues, the flights to San Juan, Puerto Rico on Seabourne Airlines/Silver Airways scheduled from St. Kitts on Sunday, April 5 must be rescheduled. These flights may be rescheduled to Tuesday, April 7. We urge ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 4 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, U.S. Citizen Services
Alert – Update on Flights from Antigua to San Juan, Puerto Rico (U.S.A.) Location: Antigua Event: Due to logistical issues, the flight to San Juan, Puerto Rico on Seabourne Airlines/Silver Airways scheduled from Antigua on Monday, April 6 must be rescheduled. This flight may be rescheduled to Wednesday, April 8. We urge U.S. citizens (and ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 4 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, U.S. Citizen Services
Alert – U.S. Embassy Grenada Location: Grenada Event: Seaborne Airlines/Silver Airways announces two flights from Grenada on Monday, April 6 Flights Thanks to everyone who joined our virtual town hall. As discussed during that event, U.S. Embassy Grenada is coordinating with the commercial carrier – Seaborne Airlines/Silver Airways – to facilitate two flights from Grenada ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 3 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert | Tags: Grenada Alert
Location: Saint Kitts Event: The Embassy in Bridgetown, Barbados is coordinating with the commercial carrier – Seaborne Airlines/Silver Airways – to facilitate two flights from Saint Kitts (SKB) to San Juan (SJU), Puerto Rico (U.S.A.) on Sunday, April 5, 2020 for the purpose of repatriating U.S. citizens. We urge U.S. citizens (and U.S. Legal Permanent Residents) ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 3 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Location: Grenada Event: Additional COVID case and information request form for those who want to return to the United States COVID-19 The Government of Grenada announced on April 1 an additional confirmed case of COVID-19 in Grenada, bringing the total to 10. Flights Action request: If you are a U.S. citizen attempting to return the ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 2 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert | Tags: Grenada Alert
Location: Grenada Event: Information request form for those who want to return to the United States COVID-19 The Government of Grenada announced on March 28 two additional confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Grenada, bringing the total to nine. Flights Action request: If you are a U.S. citizen attempting to return the United States from Grenada ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 1 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert | Tags: Grenada Alert
Location: Anguilla Event: The Embassy in Bridgetown, Barbados is coordinating with the commercial carrier – Seaborne Airlines (Silver Airways) – to facilitate additional commercial flights from Anguilla (AXA) to San Juan (SJU), Puerto Rico (U.S.A.) on Saturday, April 4, 2020 for the purpose of repatriating U.S. citizens. We urge U.S. citizens (and U.S. Legal Permanent Residents) wishing to travel ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 31 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Location: Grenada Event: 24-hour curfew until April 6 and Delta’s April 4 flight canceled Delta Flight Delta airlines has canceled the flight from Grenada to Atlanta on April 4. U.S. Embassy Grenada continues to work with U.S. airlines to request flights out of Grenada to assist U.S. citizens. If scheduled, we’ll announce on social media ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 30 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert | Tags: Grenada Alert
The United States is mobilizing all necessary resources to respond rapidly to the COVID-19 pandemic, both at home and abroad. A total of US$1.7 million will be made available to governments in the Eastern Caribbean, which will assist countries in the region to scale up their risk communication efforts, water and sanitation, prevent and control ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 30 March, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases
The U.S. Embassy in Grenada has worked with Delta airlines to arrange a commercial U.S. repatriation flight from Grenada to Atlanta on April 4 to return U.S. citizens in Grenada to the United States. American citizens wishing to reserve and pay for seats on this flight are advised to visit delta.com or call 1 (800) ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 30 March, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases
Location: Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean – Anguilla, Antigua & Barbuda, British Virgin Islands, Dominica, Guadeloupe, Martinique, Montserrat, St. Barthélemy (St. Barts), St. Kitts and Nevis, St. Lucia, St. Martin, St. Vincent and the Grenadines. Event: Evacuation Information There are confirmed cases of COVID-19 within Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean, and most of the jurisdictions in ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 27 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Location: Grenada Event: Delta announces April 4 flight from Grenada to Atlanta Delta Flight Scheduled U.S. Embassy Grenada worked with Delta airlines to arrange a commercial U.S. repatriation flight from Grenada to Atlanta on April 4 to return U.S. citizens in Grenada to the United States. To reserve and pay for seats on this flight, ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 27 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert | Tags: Grenada Alert
Location: Grenada Event: Grenada reports six additional cases of COVID-19 COVID-19 The Government of Grenada announced today six additional confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Grenada, bringing the total to seven. State of Emergency The Grenadian Prime Minister announced a 21-day limited state of emergency that went into effect at 6 p.m. March 25. The government ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 26 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert | Tags: Grenada Alert
Location: Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean (Anguilla, Antigua, British Virgin Islands, Dominica, Guadeloupe, Martinique, Montserrat, St. Barthélemy (St. Barts), St. Kitts and Nevis, St. Lucia, St. Martin, St. Vincent and the Grenadines Event: Please visit the U.S. Embassy Bridgetown
COVID-19 Information Page for the March 25, 2020 update for Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean. The Department of State ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 25 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Location: Grenada Event: Grenada declares limited state of emergency COVID-19 There is at least one confirmed case of COVID-19 reported in Grenada. State of Emergency The Grenadian Prime Minister announced a 21-day limited state of emergency to go into effect at 6 p.m. tonight. The government enacted numerous regulations under the state of emergency, including ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 25 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert | Tags: Grenada Alert
Due to changes in the Barbados general COVID-19 posture, Embassy Bridgetown has cancelled all routine American Citizen Services (ACS) appointments from January 6 to January 15. You may reschedule your appointment. For urgent assistance, please send an email to
BridgetownACS@state.gov . We encourage all U.S. citizens to enroll in
STEP.state.gov to receive important safety and security ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 23 March, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. Citizen Services
Due to Embassy Bridgetown’s ongoing response to the global pandemic COVID-19, effective March 23, Embassy Bridgetown will no longer process visa interview waiver (IW) or renewal interview waiver (RIW) applications. Please do not send your passports and visa applications as they will be returned to you without processing. If you have already sent in your ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 23 March, 2020 | Topics: News
Location: Grenada Event: COVID confirmed and Air Canada flights available There is at least one confirmed case of COVID-19 reported in Grenada. The Government of Grenada has stopped all routine commercial passenger airline traffic to and from Grenada. However, Air Canada has flights from Grenada to Toronto on March 24, 26, 28 and 31. Passengers ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 23 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert | Tags: Grenada Alert
Location: Barbados Event: The Barbados Ministry of Health and Wellness confirmed four cases of COVID-19 within its borders and one confirmed case aboard a cruise ship in Barbadian waters. On March 20, American Airlines announced that it would cease flights to and from Barbados effective Monday, March 23. On March 20, JetBlue announced that it would ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 20 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert
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. Embassy Bridgetown | 20 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert
There are no confirmed cases of COVID-19 reported in Grenada. Effective Saturday, March 21, 2020, at 23:59 p.m. the Government of Grenada will refuse entry into the country for travelers who have been to the United States in the last 14 days, unless the traveler is a Grenadian national or has permanent resident status. Grenadian ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 19 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert | Tags: Grenada Alert
Passengers are not allowed to disembark from any cruise ship in Grenada until further notice. Starting at midnight on Wednesday, March 18, 2020, all international travelers to Grenada will be quarantined for 14 days. All non-Grenadian nationals who have been to China, Iran, South Korea, or anywhere in Europe in the last 14 days will ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 18 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert | Tags: Grenada Alert
Location: Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean (Anguilla, Antigua, British Virgin Islands, Dominica, Guadeloupe, Martinique, Montserrat, St. Barthélemy (St. Barts), St. Kitts and Nevis, St. Lucia, St. Martin, St. Vincent and the Grenadines Event: On March 17, 2020, the Barbados Ministry of Health and Wellness announced two confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Barbados. Confirmed cases have ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 18 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert | Tags: Grenada Alert
Effective March 18, 2020, the United States Embassy in Bridgetown, Barbados is cancelling all routine non-immigrant and immigrant visa appointments. We will resume routine visa services as soon as possible but are unable to provide a specific date at this time. Please note that the MRV fee remains valid and may be used for a non-immigrant visa ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 17 March, 2020 | Topics: Events, News
The U.S. Embassy in Barbados, the Eastern Caribbean, and the OECS would like to advise all U.S. citizens traveling to or living in the Eastern Caribbean to please refer to our COVID-19 Information page for the latest country-specific information and entry and exit requirements –
https://bb.usembassy.gov/u-s-citizen-services/covid-19-information/ Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 17 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert
The Department of State advises U.S. citizens to reconsider travel abroad due to the global impact of COVID-19. Many areas throughout the world are now experiencing COVID-19 outbreaks and taking action that may limit traveler mobility, including quarantines and border restrictions. Even countries, jurisdictions, or areas where cases have not been reported may restrict travel ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 15 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News, U.S. Citizen Services
Come out to our yard sale on Saturday, March 21 from 8:00am – 12:00pm at US Embassy Main Parking Lot, Wildey Business Park. There will be great deals on good items! Entrance fee: BBD2
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 6 March, 2020 | Topics: Events, News
U.S. Embassy marks Black History Month with lime and screening of a documentary “Apollo” On Friday, February 28, 2020, in honor of Black History Month, the U.S. Embassy in Barbados hosted a “Black History Lime” and movie screening of the documentary “Apollo” at the George Washington House. The event was a unique celebration of black ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 4 March, 2020 | Topics: Events, News
March 2, 2020 For Immediate Release St. Kitts and Nevis Foreign Service Officer participates in U.S. Sponsored Leadership Program Sheldon Henry, a Foreign Service Officer with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of St. Kitts and Nevis, is currently in the United States participating in the U.S. Department of State’s International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP). The ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 2 March, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases
As we start a new year and new decade, I am excited about the opportunities to deepen the bonds between the Caribbean and the United States. I am pleased to announce a new campaign led by the
Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative (YLAI) to increase economic prosperity and build stronger communities here in Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean. As a part ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 26 February, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases
The United States Agency for International Development’s Eastern and Southern Caribbean Office (USAID/ESC) and the Caribbean Community Climate Change Centre (5Cs) on Friday, February 21, 2020, handed over one Automatic Weather Station (AWS) and one Coral Reef Early Warning System (CREWS) valued at over US$100,000 to the government of St Lucia under the USAID Climate Change Adaptation ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 25 February, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases
Six secondary schools from across Barbados participated in the U.S. Embassy’s Black History Month Secondary School Speech Competition. Students delivered outstanding speeches on a variety of topics related to issues surrounding race, African American film and sport from the Liberal Arts Auditorium at the Barbados Community College. Fourth-form student from the Christ Church Foundation School, ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 21 February, 2020 | Topics: Events, News
The U.S. Embassy to Barbados collaborated with the International Law Enforcement Academy in Roswell, New Mexico to gather regional Eastern Caribbean law enforcement officials for the first alumni program. The workshop brought together 30 law enforcement and criminal justice executives from Antigua and Barbuda, Barbados, Dominica, Grenada, St. Kitts and Nevis, and St. Vincent and ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 18 February, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases
Twenty-one NGOs across seven Caribbean countries joined USAID Regional Representative Clinton White and implementor RTI International to celebrate the success of the Local Capacity for Local Solutions (LC4LS) project at the Barbados Courtyard Marriott hotel on February 12. The NGOs were among the more than 160 organizations that now operate more efficiently, effectively, and sustainably ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 14 February, 2020 | Topics: Events, News
USAID Regional Representative Clinton White met with students and teachers at the Bishop Charles Gachet RC Primary School February 6 in Marchand to see firsthand the benefits of the OECS/USAID Early Learners Program (ELP), an $8.9 million initiative improve the reading skills of primary grade children. Mr. White also discussed USAID funded programs with St. ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 14 February, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases
The U.S. Embassy Bridgetown will hold online auctions starting Friday, January 31 and ending Monday, February 17. A wide variety of household furniture, office furniture, appliances, office supplies, printer cartridges, monitors, CPUs etc. will be auctioned.
www.32auctions.com/EmbassyAuctionFeb2020 All bids must be placed exclusively online. Once the auction closes, successful bidders may deposit the total amount into ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 10 February, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases
Today, U.S. Ambassador to Grenada Linda Taglialatela observed the upgrade of two Grenadian Coast Guard drug interceptor vessels as part of a $1 million USD contribution from US Southern Command (SOUTHCOM). This project, called the SAFE Boat Mid-Life Upgrade, includes a complete vessel overhaul, new engines, and a spare parts package to support the vessel. ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 7 February, 2020 | Topics: Events, News
The U.S. Embassy to Barbados, the Eastern Caribbean, and the OECS can now be contacted via our
WhatsApp for Business account (
https://wa.me/12462305097 ). The US Embassy Bridgetown launched this platform on Monday, February 3, 2020, as a critical addition to our social media channels of
Facebook ,
Instagram ,
YouTube and
Flickr . We will be using US Embassy Bridgetown
WhatsApp for Business to share information ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 3 February, 2020 | Topics: Events, News
The U.S. Embassy is proud to announce the opening of the application process for the 2020 Youth Ambassadors program. The program brings together motivated secondary school students between 15 and 18 years of age and adult mentors committed to public service and improving community. The selected students will engage in workshops, community service activities, team ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 3 February, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases
U.S. Ambassador to Barbados Linda Taglialatela, Minister of Health and Wellness Jeffrey Bostic, and members of the Barbados Defense Force (BDF) participated in an official handover ceremony of a new field hospital at the Garrison Savannah in Bridgetown. The United States, through U.S. Southern Command, invested $1.7 million USD to develop the Emergency Medical Team, ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 28 January, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases
The United States and Barbados celebrated the launch of the Atlantic Tradewind Ocean Atmosphere Mesoscale Interaction Campaign (ATOMIC), a scientific initiative to better understand the weather and climate patterns in the Caribbean. U.S. Ambassador to Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean Linda Taglialatela, Deputy U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Administrator RDML Tim Gallaudet, USN ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 28 January, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases
Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs Deputy Assistant Secretary (DAS) Cynthia Kierscht of the U.S. Department of State and U.S. Ambassador to Barbados, the Eastern Caribbean and the OECS, Linda Taglialatela, visited Dominica January 15 and 16 to meet with Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit and his new cabinet members to discuss opportunities for continued partnership. DAS ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 24 January, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases
Expanding America’s Commitment to the Caribbean 01/22/2020 04:49 PM EST Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State Kingston, Jamaica SECRETARY POMPEO: Good afternoon, everyone. I was standing back there; I heard a “amen.” What better way to be welcomed to the stage? Thank you, Madam Foreign Minister, for that kind introduction. I’m delighted to be here. My ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 23 January, 2020 | Topics: Events, News
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”) of U.S. government-funded and U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs to submit applications to the 2020 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF 2020). We seek proposals from teams of at least two alumni ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 22 January, 2020 | Topics: Art & Culture, Education, News
January 15, 2020 Over 90 Barbadian and American filmmakers, actors, and film enthusiasts mixed and mingled at the lively reception for the Barbados Independent Film Festival (BIFF), hosted by the U.S. Embassy on Monday evening. The embassy has been an ardent sponsor of BIFF since its creation four years ago, providing funding for filmmaker ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 15 January, 2020 | Topics: Events, News
Recognized as emerging leaders in civil society and for their work in the field of volunteerism, Dominican Loftus Durand, St. Lucian Ekiema Yarde, and St. Kitts and Nevis national P’Della’P Stanley, are currently in the United States participating in the U.S. Department of State sponsored International Visitor Leader Program (IVLP), themed “Volunteerism and Civic Action.” ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 15 January, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases
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Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 9 January, 2020 | Topics: Events, News, President of the United States
The U.S. Embassy will be holding a sealed-bid auction on Saturday, February 1 2020 from 9:00 a.m. – 13:00p.m. at the US Embassy in Wildey, Business Park. The following vehicles will be offered: 2010 Honda Accord, PW, PL, PS, CD, Remote Entry, 42K kilometers 2012 Toyota Hilux 4 x 4, PW, PL, PS, CD, USB, ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 9 January, 2020 | Topics: News
Location: Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean Event: Heightened Middle East Tensions There is heightened tension in the Middle East that may result in security risks to U.S. citizens abroad. The Embassy will continue to review the security situation and will provide additional information as needed. Actions to Take: Keep a low profile. Be aware of ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 7 January, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Caribbean 2020: A Multi-Year Strategy To Increase the Security, Prosperity, and Well-Being of the People of the United States and the Caribbean
[1] The Caribbean region is the United States’ “third border,” characterized by common interests and societal ties that yield daily, tangible benefits for U.S. citizens. The United States is the primary trading partner for the ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 2 January, 2020 | Topics: News
Today in Bridgetown, Barbados, United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Administrator Mark Green announced $10 million to improve local resilience to disasters in priority countries in the Caribbean. With this new funding, USAID will support community-level organizations, host-country governments, regional institutions, and the private sector to strengthen local, national, and regional planning and preparation ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 23 December, 2019 | Topics: News, Press Releases
Location: French Saint Martin Event: Roads connecting Dutch and French Saint Martin may be potentially impassable due to road blocks and protest activity. Dutch Saint Martin (Sint Maarten) authorities are prepared to receive tourists transported from French Saint Martin. Travelers at Princess Juliana International Airport in Dutch Saint Martin (Sint Maarten) may not be able ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 14 December, 2019 | Topics: Alert
In 1947 the United States Marine Corps started the time-honored “Toys for Tots” program, collecting and delivering toys to less fortunate children over the holiday season. In keeping with this tradition, Ambassador Linda Taglialatela joined members of the U.S. Embassy to Barbados, the OECS, and the Eastern Caribbean U.S. Marine Detachment to deliver toys to ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 12 December, 2019 | Topics: Events, News
The United States congratulates the people of Dominica on their election and stands ready to continue working with Prime Minister Skerrit. The United States and Dominica enjoy a long-standing partnership, based on respect and trust, which benefits both nations. We will continue to work with the Skerrit Administration to promote regional security, economic prosperity, and ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 9 December, 2019 | Topics: Events, News
The reports of political violence in Dominica in recent weeks are incongruent with the history of stable parliamentary democracy in the Eastern Caribbean. Free, fair, and transparent elections are hallmarks of any good democracy and an indication of good governance and leadership. Equally so, the conduct of peaceful campaigns, rallies, and demonstrations beforehand and the ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 4 December, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Press Releases
December 2, 2019 For Immediate Release Ministry of Education officials on Thursday commended a Peace Corps primary school literacy project that is coming to an end and expressed strong support for another one to be developed. “The Primary English Literacy Project has been quite effective through the years,” said Mrs. Aldia Gumbs-Dyers, a Senior Education ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 2 December, 2019 | Topics: News, Press Releases
Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State November 29, 2019 On behalf of the people of the United States, I congratulate the people of Barbados on the 53rd anniversary of your independence tomorrow. The United States is proud of our strong history as neighbors and partners. Our collaboration on key challenges such as border ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 29 November, 2019 | Topics: News, Press Releases
St. George’s, Grenada – Peace Corps Eastern Caribbean (Peace Corps EC) continued its series of stakeholder meetings with a session in Grenada on Monday, November 19thth at the Marryshow House UWI Centre. The meetings bring together senior members of the Ministry of Education, along with District Officers, Principals, Teachers, Peace Corps Volunteers and members of ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 26 November, 2019 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
November 25, 2019 United States Working with St. Vincent and the Grenadines by Digitizing Crime and Violence Data On November 25, the United States Government, in support of the people of St. Vincent and the Grenadines, launched a Police Records Management Information System (PRMIS). The PRMIS will help the Police Force to improve data management ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 25 November, 2019 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
U.S. Consular Officer to Hold Appointments for U.S. Citizens in St. Lucia We are pleased to announce that a Consular Officer from the U.S. Embassy to Barbados, the Eastern Caribbean, and the Organization of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) will visit St. Lucia on Monday, December 09, Wednesday, December 11 and Thursday, December 12, 2019 to ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy Bridgetown | 25 November, 2019 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
