News & Announcements

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Press Release-CANN

Washington, DC, April 09, 2019- Wednesday, 3rd of April 2019, Mr. David Anitok from the COFA Alliance National Network (CANN), Oregon chapter and Mr. Alson Kellen, Executive Director for the Waan Aelon in Majel (WAM) Program who was also a former Mayor of Bikini atoll paid a courtesy call on Ambassador Susaia. The courtesy call granted an opportunity for the Embassy to be briefed on the current and ongoing engagements of both organizations, particularly their endeavors advocating for COFA citizens.

Tue, Apr 9, 2019

President Panuelo Amends Decree Suspending Use of Special Polling Places in Guam & Honolulu; Absentee Ballots Received by March 16, 2021 to be Counted

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Amended Decree

Wed, Feb 24, 2021 Wed, Feb 24, 2021

Senate Eyes Telehealth to Help Pacific Island Veterans Access Care

Washington DC, May 03, 2019- The Embassy of the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) in D.C., continues to engage on the Capitol Hill with the U.S. Congress on a variety of issues including advocacy work on FSM veterans’ affairs issues. Through these collaborations, a recent bill was introduced by Senators Brian Schatz (D-HI) and Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) regarding a pilot project that would enable US veterans in the Pacific islands including the Freely Associated States have the ability to access support from the U.S. Government while in the islands.

Fri, May 3, 2019 Fri, May 3, 2019

New Zealand Ambassador Banks Paid Courtesy Call on Ambassador Susaia

Washington, D.C., January 18, 2019 - Her Excellency Ambassador Rosemary Banks, newly appointed Ambassador for New Zealand to the United States, paid a courtesy call on Ambassador Susaia on the 18th of January 2019. After the usual welcoming and exchange of pleasantries, the dialogue between the two shifted its focus to issues and matters of mutual interest for both New Zealand and FSM. They discussed issues including climate change and how best to collaborate in D.C., to further promote the interest of the Pacific region.

Thu, Jan 24, 2019

Public Notice: Implementation of the REAL ID Act as it applies to FAS Citizens

Implementation of the REAL ID Act as it applies to FAS Citizens

Thu, Nov 7, 2019 Thu, Nov 7, 2019

Due to COVID-19 the FSM Consulate in Portland is Closed Indefinitely; FSM Citizens in the U.S. are Explicitly Encouraged to Comply with Social Distancing Rules & Avoid Public Gatherings

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Tue, Jul 21, 2020 Tue, Jul 21, 2020

Notice To Citizens: COVID-19

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Wed, Aug 12, 2020

FSM National Government Begins COVID-19 Vaccination Campaign for Frontline Workers; President Panuelo Takes Vaccine to Build Trust & Confidence

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Mon, Jan 4, 2021 Mon, Jan 4, 2021

The FSM Will Formally Join the Local 2030 Islands Network; President Panuelo Advises President Kabua that the Marshall Islands Speaks on the FSM’s Behalf at Forthcoming U.S. Climate Summit

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Fri, Apr 16, 2021

Visa Exemption Agreement for Diplomatic and Service Passports between Israel and FSM

Thu, Nov 8, 2018

The FSM Development Bank Scholarship Opportunities

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Wed, Aug 28, 2019 Wed, Aug 28, 2019

FSM CITIZENS: Reminder—You Are Prohibited From Outbound Travel to COVID-19 Affected Jurisdictions; FYI—Guam is Currently Mandating A 14-Day Quarantine At Your Personal Expense

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Mon, Mar 30, 2020

President Panuelo Instructs FSM National to Coordinate with Pohnpei State Task Force to Conduct Simulation Exercise in Anticipation of Repatriation of FSM Citizens; Thematically Similar Exercises to Follow in Yap, Chuuk, and Kosrae

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Tue, Jun 23, 2020 Tue, Jun 23, 2020

Joint Report on Chief Mailo Repatriation

Wed, Jan 27, 2021

FSM Passport Affidavit Form

Thu, Sep 20, 2018

President Panuelo Takes Precautious Measures in the U.S. Effort to Deport Illegal and Undocumented Immigrants in the United States

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President Panuelo Takes Precautious Measures in the U.S. Effort to Deport Illegal and Undocumented Immigrants in the United States

Fri, Jun 28, 2019 Fri, Jun 28, 2019

Why the FSM National Government Reinstated Travel Restrictions for Travelers Originating From COVID-19 Affected Countries

Fri, Feb 28, 2020

“Thank You, Our First & Foremost Ally, the United States of America!”, President Panuelo Says; Through the Defense Provisions of the Compact of Free Association, as Amended, the United States Provides the FSM Personal Protective Equipment & Supplies

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Thu, Apr 9, 2020 Thu, Apr 9, 2020

FSM Entry Permit Application

A permit is not required for a person visiting the FSM for 30 days of less. A person needs a permit for a visit in execs of 30 days. Citizens or nationals of the United States, Republic of Palau and the Republic of the Marshall Islands may be issued an entry permit for the duration of the visit which shall not exceed one year. An entry permit for other nationals, however, shall not exceed 90 days. ...

Mon, Apr 10, 2017

U.S.-Funded Pandemic Unemployment Assistance Program Extended until September 2021

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Tue, Mar 23, 2021 Tue, Mar 23, 2021