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U.S. Embassy & Consulates in Australia

Applicants are required to provide an Express Post or Registered Post envelope for the return of their new and old passports. Applicants frequently supply the incorrect return postage, which delays ...
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U.S. Embassy & Consulates in Australia

Americans in the Middle East should follow the latest guidance from the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate. Enroll in STEP to receive the latest security updates. Americans who need assistance: call 24 ...
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Celebrating A Year of Critical Minerals Achievements with Australia

“The United States salutes Australia for its efforts to build out critical minerals processing and refining. Through the ...
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U.S. Lawful Permanent Residents (Green Card holders)

If you have left your green card in the U.S., you may have someone to mail it to you in Australia, so you do not have to apply for Carrier Documentation. Filing fees are final and non-refundable, ...
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U.S. Embassy & Consulates in Australia

The United States welcomes the opportunity to provide input to Australia’s public consultation on the “Online Safety Amendment (Digital Duty of Care) Bill 2026 – Exposure Draft.” Preserving a free, ...
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Demonstration Alert: U.S. Consulate General Sydney, Australia (October 16, 2026)

Exercise caution if unexpectedly in the vicinity of large gatherings or protests. Be aware of your surroundings. Monitor local media for updates. Keep a low profile.
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U.S. Embassy & Consulates in Australia

Exercise caution if you are in that area. If you see anything suspicious, leave the area and alert police by calling “000”. Monitor local media for updates.
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U.S. Embassy & Consulates in Australia

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA – The United States Consulate General Sydney is pleased to announce the arrival of new Consul General Jeremy Cornforth. As he takes up his role, Consul General Cornforth says he is ...
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U.S. Embassy & Consulates in Australia

Applications for an FBI Criminal History Check must include a set of your fingerprints on Standard Fingerprint Form (FD-258). The fingerprint form can be downloaded from the FBI’s website and printed ...
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U.S. Embassy & Consulates in Australia

Legal custody of minor children must be adjudicated by a court, and finalized by way of an official court decree. The U.S. Embassy is unable to provide legal advice to U.S. citizens abroad, including ...
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U.S. Embassy & Consulates in Australia

Official diplomatic relations were established in January 1940, following a long history of commercial ties dating back to 1792 when the first U.S. ship entered an Australian port, and the appointment ...