It’s Time to Vote! Here are a few tips on using the backup ballot: Check your state’s guidelines for sending your FWAB. You may be able to mail, fax, or email your backup ballot. If your state allows you to fax or email your FWAB, use the Transmission Cover Sheet to protect the privacy of your materials. If you’re mailing …
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Worldwide Cautions provide U.S. citizens with general information regarding terrorist activities, political violence, and criminal activity that occur abroad, as well as specific recommendations on how to prepare for possible contingencies, receive information on breaking security events and ensure that travelers can be contacted in an emergency. This version replaces the Worldwide Caution dated January …
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Location: Bamako, Mali Event: The U.S. Embassy in Mali advises U.S. citizens that a terrorist attack in Bamako may be planned targeting Malian government offices, the airport, and/or locations frequented by Westerners including diplomatic facilities, hotels, and restaurants. The U.S. Embassy has taken the following additional steps in response to the ongoing security threats: A …
Read More» Invitation for U.S. Citizens Town Hall Meeting – Thursday, May 26th (An RSVP is REQUIRED) The U.S. Embassy cordially invites U.S. citizens in Mali to an in-person Town Hall meeting on Thursday, May 26th. This event is open only to adult U.S. citizens. You will have an opportunity to ask questions about points of interest and …
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Tax Season is here. Remember to file your income taxes! The U.S. Embassy would like to remind U.S. citizens that they are required to file their federal income taxes with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) by April 18, 2022. If you are a U.S. citizen or resident alien living or traveling outside the United States, you …
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Demand for passport renewals is highest during the summer and appointments for passport renewals at the U.S. Embassy in Bamako will be limited, so you may wish to renew your passport now, prior to the busy summer season. Please check the expiration date of U.S. passports for you and your family; if you are planning …
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Location: Bebemba roundabout to Cite Administrative Event: The Popular Front Against the High Cost of Living is planning a demonstration on Thursday, September 2, 2021 at 2:00 p.m. The itinerary is from the Bebemba roundabout to Cite Administrative. The demonstration has not been approved by local authorities. Demonstrations sometimes turn violent, resulting in the burning …
Read More» Bamako, Mali – May 24, 2021 On June 1, 2021, the United States Embassy in Bamako, Mali, will resume nonimmigrant visa services for all classes of nonimmigrant visas. While the Embassy aims to interview and process cases as soon as practicable, increased wait times are likely due to substantial backlogs. For visa appointment information, please …
Read More» U.S. Citizens in Mali: We are pleased to announce that the U.S. Embassy in Bamako will be a local host for the Foreign Service Officer Test (FSOT) on June 3, 2021. The FSOT is an important step in the application process to join the Department of State’s Foreign Service Officer career path. The test is offered 3 or …
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U.S. citizens living or traveling overseas: your vote matters! Make sure you vote absentee before your home state’s deadline. Check the deadlines here: www.FVAP.gov #ProudOverseasVoter #Vote2020
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March 11, 2020 – In the context of Women’s History Month, Mali’s upcoming legislative elections and International Women’s Day, the American Center at the U.S. Embassy in Bamako hosted guest speaker Bamako’s Commune 3 Mayor, Mrs. Djiré Mariam Diallo to meet with women to discuss how to become more viable candidates for elected office, and …
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Location: Announced gathering points include, but are not limited to, the following places in Bamako, Mali: Bourse du Travail There will be a demonstration organized by the Patriotic Movement for the Defense of Mali (MPDM) on Friday, November 1 at 15:00. The specific route of the demonstration is unknown. While the demonstrations are intended to …
Read More» Location: Announced gathering points include, but are not limited to, the following places in Bamako, Mali: Place CAN in ACI 2000 Monument Bougiba Events: A demonstration against the presence of foreign security forces in Mali is scheduled to take place August 2nd, starting at 1400. The march will go from the Place CAN to the …
Read More» Location: Announced gathering points include, but are not limited to, the following places in Bamako, Mali: Place CAN in ACI 2000 Monument Bougiba Events: A demonstration against the presence of foreign security forces in Mali is scheduled to take place July 26th, starting at 1400. The march will go from the Place CAN to the …
Read More» Location: Announced gathering points include, but are not limited to, the following places in Bamako, Mali: Palais des Sports Monument Bougiba Event: One event and one demonstration are scheduled to take place the morning of Saturday June 29, 2019 starting at 0900. While the demonstrations are intended to be peaceful, recent events have encountered a …
Read More» Location: Announced gathering points include, but are not limited to, the following places in Bamako, Mali: Place CAN in ACI 2000 Monument d ’Independence Bourse du Travail Badalabougou near the G5-Sahel Headquarters Event: Multiple separate demonstrations are scheduled to take place the afternoon of Friday June 21, 2019 starting at 1400. While the demonstrations are …
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As the November 6, 2018 mid-term election approaches, the U.S. Embassyencourages all eligible U.S. citizen voters in Mali to request to receive absentee ballots electronically via fax or email as provided for by their respective states. We encourage you to bring your ballots in properly sealed and addressed pre-paid envelopes to the Consular Section at …
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U.S. Embassy Bamako, Mali Security Message for U.S. Citizens Reminder of Continued Threat of Attacks in Mali December 29, 2017 The U.S. Embassy in Bamako reminds U.S. citizens of the continued threat of attacks against hotels, restaurants, and bars frequented by Westerners, particularly in the cities of Bamako and Gao. In light of the continued …
Read More» U.S. Embassy Bamako, Mali Security Message for U.S. Citizens Continued Threat of Attacks in Bamako and Gao, Mali October 3, 2017 The U.S. Embassy informs U.S. citizens of a continued threat of attacks against hotels, restaurants, and bars frequented by Westerners, particularly in the cities of Bamako and Gao, Mali. Avoid vulnerable locations with poor …
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U.S. Embassy Bamako, Mali Planned Demonstrations in Bamako on August 16 and 18 August 15, 2017 The U.S. Embassy has learned that demonstrations are scheduled to take place in Bamako this week. Malian authorities and newspapers report the likelihood of a heavy police and security presence with traffic diversions in and around the demonstrations at …
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California Special Primary Election: The State of California will conduct a special primary election on Tuesday, April 4, 2017, for the 34th Congressional District. This district consists of part of Los Angeles County. If no candidate receives more than 50% of the vote, a special general election will be held on June 6. Kansas Special …
Read More» The U.S. Embassy wishes to inform U.S. citizens of a planned demonstration scheduled to take place in Bamako on September 21. The rally will begin at 8:00 a.m. near the Place de l’Independence, proceed east down Avenue de l’Yser, and end near the French embassy. The demonstration, organized by the Coalition Patriotique pour le …
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Messages for U.S. Citizens Bamako, Mali – Embassy of the United States The U.S. Embassy wishes to inform U.S. citizens that it has received information regarding a heightened risk of kidnapping of Westerners in Timbuktu and surrounding regions. Please avoid the region, and exercise extreme vigilance if you are currently in the area. Due to …
Read More» Messages for U.S. Citizens Bamako, Mali – Embassy of the United States The U.S. Embassy wishes to inform U.S. citizens that a demonstration will possibly take place in Bamako on Saturday, July 30 starting at 4:00 p.m. The demonstration may begin at the Monument de l’Independence near the French Cultural Center, and end at the …
Read More» SUBJECT: MALI TRAVEL WARNING 1. The U.S. Department of State warns U.S. citizens of ongoing terrorist attacks and criminal violence in Mali. The security environment in Mali remains fluid, and the potential for attacks throughout the country, including in Bamako, remains high. Additionally, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has revised its advisory NOTAM for Mali …
Read More» Security Message: May 20, 2016 The U.S. Embassy informs U.S. citizens that several organizations have scheduled a demonstration in Bamako on Saturday, May 21, 2016 starting at 7:30 a.m. The route for the planned march is from Place de la Liberté to Place de L’Indépendence and there could potentially be a large number of participants. …
Read More» The U.S. Department of State warns U.S. citizens of ongoing terrorist attacks and criminal violence in Mali. The security environment in Mali remains fluid, and the potential for attacks throughout the country, including in Bamako, remains high. Additionally, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has renewed its existing restriction instructing U.S. civil aviation to avoid flying below …
Read More» The U.S. Embassy in Bamako has received information concerning threats of potential terrorist attacks targeting locations associated with the international community throughout Mali. Although the U.S. Embassy has not made any changes to its operating procedures at this time, the Embassy will continue to review its security procedures and its recommended advice to citizens …
Read More» The U.S. Embassy informs U.S. citizens that the shelter in place recommendation is lifted. Be advised that Malian security forces may continue to block certain streets/roundabouts and set up random checkpoints throughout Bamako as investigations continue. The Embassy urges U.S. citizens to continue to exercise caution, remain vigilant, maintain situational awareness, and vary routes and …
Read More» Due to ongoing uncertainty surrounding the security incident at Hotel Nord Sud in ACI 2000, the U.S. Embassy advises all U.S. citizens in Bamako to continue to shelter in place until further notice. Out of an abundance of caution, the U.S. Embassy will operate with reduced staffing tomorrow (March 22) and all routine visa and …
Read More» Gunshots reported in ACI2000. Shelter in place across Bamako until further notice.
Read More» U.S. Embassy Bamako, Mali The U.S. Embassy in Mali is issuing this security message to remind U.S. citizens of the continued risk of terrorist attacks throughout Mali, including Bamako, the capital. The Department of State announced on February 26 that it had terminated Authorized Departure status for Embassy Bamako, thereby allowing the return of non-emergency …
Read More» Last Updated: February 26, 2016 The Department of State continues to warn U.S. citizens of the risks of travel to Mali. This Travel Warning informs U.S. citizens that the Department of State has terminated Authorized Departure status for Embassy Bamako, thereby allowing the return of non-emergency personnel and dependents who had previously departed Mali. The …
Read More» The U.S. Embassy in Bamako has received information concerning threats of potential terrorist attacks against westerners during the upcoming holiday period. The threats specifically mention the cities of Bamako, Gao, and Timbuktu. The U.S. Embassy continues to review its security procedures and will inform U.S. Citizens of any changes. Terrorist groups operating in Mali …
Read More» The U.S. Embassy in Mali is issuing this security message to inform U.S. citizens of a heightened security risk to westerners in southern Mali, including Bamako City, in the wake of the attack on the Radisson Blu hotel on November 20, which killed 19 private citizens and injured several Malians and expatriates. There still exists …
Read More» The recommendation to shelter in place following attacks at the Radisson Hotel has been lifted. The U.S. Embassy continues to urge all U.S. citizens to remain vigilant of their surroundings and to minimize movement around Bamako. Continue monitoring local media for updates and adhere to the instructions of local authorities.
Read More» The U.S. Embassy is issuing this Security Message to alert U.S. citizens in Mali that the Embassy is lifting the increased security measures put into place on March 7, with some caveats. Recent events, such as the La Terrasse attack, underline the necessity of understanding the security environment in Mali, and diligently practicing personal security …
Read More» The U.S. Embassy in Mali is issuing this message to update U.S. citizens on Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) U.S. travel restrictions. This replaces our October 28 message on this subject and confirms that the travel restrictions previously announced for travelers from Liberia, Sierra Leone and Guinea—post-arrival monitoring and authorized arrival in the United States at …
Read More» U.S. Embassy Bamako, Mali The U.S. Embassy in Mali is issuing this message to update U.S. citizens on Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) U.S. travel restrictions. We are aware of three restrictions currently in place: quarantines in three states for any traveler who has had direct contract with EVD; post-arrival monitoring of travelers whose travel originates …
Read More» Embassies and consulates are not polling places. The majority of states require voted ballots to reach local election officials by the close of polls on Tuesday, November 4. U.S. citizens who want to participate in the 2014 U.S. elections should already have returned their absentee ballots to their local election officials. U.S. embassies and consulates …
Read More» Be an Active Voter by taking the necessary steps to vote in the 2014 U.S. elections and participating in Absentee Voting Week! In many states, the voter registration deadline for the November 2014 elections is October 6. For some voters this might mean their paper voter registration and absentee ballot request must reach their local …
Read More» U.S. Embassy Bamako, Mali | August 18, 2014 The U.S. Embassy in Mali is issuing this message to update U.S. citizens on Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) in West Africa. While there have still been no cases of EVD in Mali, the outbreaks of EVD in West Africa have caused many deaths and been associated with …
Read More» The U.S. Embassy in Mali is issuing this message to update U.S. citizens on the fact that recent reports confirm new cases of Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) in Guinea, Liberia, and Sierra Leone. As of July 27, 2014, there were 1201 confirmed or suspected cases of EVD with 672 deaths in these countries (plus one …
Read More» U.S. Embassy Bamako, Mali Security Message for U.S. Citizens July 24, 2014 The U.S. Embassy in Mali is issuing this security message to inform U.S. citizens of the elevated risk of crime surrounding the local holidays celebrated at the end of Ramadan (around July 24-28). Typically, there is an increase in burglary and petty theft …
Read More» Celebrate democracy this 4th of July by taking the necessary steps to vote in the 2014 U.S. elections! In order to vote in the November 2014 elections, all overseas U.S. citizens need to have completed a Federal Post Card Application (FPCA) in 2014 . Whether you are a first-time voter or have already received ballots and voted absentee in past elections, you must …
Read More» The U.S. Embassy in Mali is issuing this security message to warn U.S. citizens of a potential demonstration in Bamako on the morning of Saturday, May 31. A political coalition group called “IBK 2014 Le Mali d’Abord” is seeking authorization to conduct a march with other pro-government groups. Participants will likely march from the Independence …
Read More» The U.S. Department of State is issuing this message to inform U.S. citizens that the Government of Mali has declared a three-day mourning period (midnight Thursday through midnight Sunday) in memory of victims of the recent events in Kidal. The U.S. Embassy has advised its staff to limit overt public displays of unrelated social activities …
Read More» U.S. Embassy Bamako, Mali Security Messages for U.S. Citizens Possible Demonstrations May 19, 2014 The U.S. Embassy is issuing this security message to warn US citizens of the continuing risk of demonstrations in Bamako and throughout Mali in the coming days. While the US Embassy has no specific information regarding any specific protests planned, the …
Read More» The U.S. Embassy in Mali is issuing this emergency message to confirm that a violent protest has begun at the Independence Circle in Bamako as of 2100 local time. All Americans are warned to avoid this area until this protest is concluded. We strongly recommend that U.S. citizens traveling to or residing in Mali despite …
Read More» Security Messages for U.S. Citizens May 8, 2014 The U.S. Embassy in Mali is issuing this message to alert U.S. citizens that a demonstration is currently planned for Friday, May 9. The Collective for the Defense of the Republic of Mali has called for its members to hold a march at the Place de la …
Read More» Your vote counts! Did you know that many recent U.S. elections have been decided by a margin smaller than the number of ballots cast by military and overseas voters? All states are required to count every absentee ballot as long as it is valid and reaches local election officials by the absentee ballot receipt deadline. …
Read More» The U.S. Embassy in Mali is issuing this emergency message to alert U.S. citizens that unconfirmed information of a security threat in Bamako has been received and is believed to cover the current period through February 10. Although this information is unconfirmed at this time, the U.S. Embassy advises U.S. citizens to limit all non-essential …
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