Robert W. Thomas is the Deputy Chief of Mission at Embassy London. He recently served as the Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for Consular Affairs. Previously, Mr. Thomas led the ...

During the holiday season there is the potential for increased crime and acts of violent extremism. Planned attacks and criminal activity often occur in crowded public locations such as holiday ...

It is a pleasure to join this esteemed group for your annual lecture in honor of the Union’s founder, Sir Evelyn Wrench. As an American addressing an English ...

Public diplomacy is the conduct of foreign relations directly with the average citizen of a country, rather than with officials of a country’s foreign ministry. Embassy London’s Public Affairs Section ...

If you feel you are in danger of any sort, contact the local police immediately. The UK national number for the emergency services (police, fire department, ambulance) is 999. The UK national number ...

YOU MUST MEET THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS: You have never been issued a 10-year passport; The current passport was issued for 5 years before turning 16 years old. 2) Your most recent U.S. passport. If ...

Event: The U.S. Embassy is aware of arrests on suspicion of preparing a terrorist act near the Royal Air Force base in Fairford, UK. U.S. citizens are encouraged to exercise caution and be mindful of ...

Event: New Entry requirements for US citizens traveling or transiting through United Kingdom airports – Effective January 8, 2025. Starting January 8, 2025, U.S. citizens traveling to the United ...

Event: UK Government Raises National Terrorism Threat Level to “SEVERE” On Thursday, April 30, the government of the United Kingdom raised its national terrorism threat level to “SEVERE,” meaning a ...

Event: Due to heightened tensions in the Middle East, the security environment remains complex with the potential for unforeseen escalation. Americans currently in the Middle East should exercise ...