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 …
Read More» Security Alert – U.S. Embassy, Bamako, Mali – March 18, 2021 Location: Bamako, Mali Event: The U.S. Embassy in Mali has received information indicating that a terrorist attack in Bamako may be imminent, possibly targeting diplomatic facilities or relatively vulnerable targets, such as hotels. The Department of State’s travel advisory for Mali recommends that U.S. …
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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
Read More» Health Alert U.S. Embassy Bamako, Mali July 29, 2020 Location: Mali Event: Ongoing COVID-19 Response The Government of Mali has announced that as of July 28, 2020 there are 2,520 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Mali, including 124 deaths and 1,919 recoveries. The government announced the resumption of commercial air travel effective July 25, 2020 and the …
Read More» Demonstration Alert – Bamako Mali – Ongoing Demonstrations on Sunday July 12, 2020 Location: Gathering points include, but are not limited to, the following places in Bamako, Mali: – Badalabougou, Bridges, and Monument de L’Independence Event: The group Mouvement du 5 Juin – Rassemblement des Forces Patriotiques is planning a demonstration at the Mosque of Imam …
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Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Bamako, Mali – May 26, 2020 Location: Mali Event: Ongoing COVID-19 Response The Embassy is not currently planning to organize any additional flights to the United States; however, the Embassy will remain in close contact with the airlines to encourage commercial flight options. Should any additional flights become available, information will be …
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Bamako, Mali – May 20, 2020 Location: Mali Event: Ongoing COVID-19 Response – May 21 Flight CONFIRMED The Embassy has confirmed the planned May 21 flight to the United States. Individuals who purchased tickets will receive their tickets electronically shortly—if you have not received your ticket by 11:00 p.m., please contact us …
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Bamako, Mali – April 16, 2020 Location: Mali Event: Ongoing COVID-19 Response – Repatriation Flight on April 21 The U.S. Embassy is organizing a repatriation flight for April 21 from Bamako’s Modibo Keita International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport in northern Virginia. If you wish to travel to the United States on this flight,you …
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Demonstration Alert – Planned Demonstration for April 17, 2020 Location: Announced gathering points include, but are not limited to, the following places in Bamako, Mali: Monument de l’independence Monument de la Paix Events: The political party URD has called for a march at the Monument de l’Independance on Friday April 17 from 2:00 to 5:00 …
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Bamako, Mali – April 16, 2020 Location: Mali Event: Ongoing COVID-19 Response – Potential Flight Opportunity The U.S. Embassy in Bamako is aware of the hardship current travel restrictions have created for U.S. citizens who need to return to the United States. The U.S. Embassy is exploring all options to address the current travel …
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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» 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 …
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