Global Health Advisory: The Department of State advises U.S. citizens to avoid all international travel due to the global impact of COVID-19. Many areas throughout the world are now experiencing COVID-19 outbreaks and taking action that may limit traveler mobility, including quarantines and border restrictions. Even countries, jurisdictions, or areas where cases have not been …
Read More» Location: Zimbabwe Event: Update on Lockdown Restrictions and Availability of Commercial Flights On July 21, President Mnangagwa announced new restrictions under Zimbabwe’s lockdown regulations including: implementing a curfew from 6am to 6pm except for essential services. Given the new surge of reported cases of COVID -19 in Zimbabwe, the following types of businesses can only …
Read More» Updated Entry/Exit Requirements Zimbabwe’s borders are closed to non-residents. The Zimbabwean government has confirmed that U.S. citizens, including dual nationals, are allowed to exit Zimbabwe. Please check with your airline carrier before flying to confirm any additional requirements. Quarantine All residents returning to Zimbabwe are subject to a 21-day quarantine period at a government-approved facility, though in practice, the government has …
Read More» As the Government of Zimbabwe has announced a 21-day lockdown that goes into effect at 12:02 AM on Monday, March 30, U.S. Embassy Harare has suspended routine consular services until further notice. If you require an urgent appointment please email consularharare@state.gov during regular business hours, or call our Duty Officer at +263 772 559 727 for …
Read More» U.S. citizens are ONLY permitted to transit South Africa via an airline and must transit the same day; no border crossings are being permitted at this time.
Read More» Country-Specific Information: Covid-19 Alert: A case of coronavirus (COVID-19) has been confirmed in Zimbabwe. See link for more details.
Read More» Location: Zimbabwe Event: The Government of Zimbabwe has implemented enhanced screening and quarantine measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19. Travelers should be prepared for travel restrictions to be put into effect with little or no advance notice. The government of Zimbabwe does not have a website where it is providing additional information on new measures …
Read More» Location: Zimbabwe Event: Heightened Middle East Tensions There is heightened tension in the Middle East that may result in security risks to U.S. citizens abroad. Out of an abundance of caution, U.S. Embassy personnel are instructed to be aware that extremists increasingly aim to identify and attack “soft” targets, such as: high-profile public events (sporting …
Read More» Location: Protests planned countrywide. Announced gathering points include, but are not limited to the following in Harare: U.S. Embassy Harare Central Business District (CBD) Robert Mugabe Square National Sports Stadium Event: A potentially large march sponsored by the Government of Zimbabwe is expected to take place on Friday, October 25, 2019 in observance of Anti-Sanctions …
Read More» Location: Masvingo, Manicaland, Mashonaland East and Harare (March 15, 2019) Event: Cyclone Idai is expected to affect the eastern parts of Zimbabwe between Friday, March 15 and Saturday, March 16. Forecasters expect extremely high winds, heavy rainfall and flooding in the provinces of Masvingo, Manicaland, Mashonaland East and Harare. Actions to Take: Monitor local news …
Read More» Please note that the Consular Section will no longer accept filling of form I-407 at Post. Applicants who wish to abandon their legal permanent resident status can do so by sending their I-407 directly to a USCIS office.
Read More» The US Embassy Consular Section will be closed during our Embassy relocation from January 9th until January 21st. Doors will open for public business again on Tuesday 22 January 2019 at our new location: U.S Embassy Harare 2 Lorraine Drive Harare During this time, we will only be available to assist with emergencies for U.S. …
Read More» Health Alert – U. S. Embassy Harare, Zimbabwe (September 13, 2018) Location: Harare (Budiriro and Glenview neighborhoods) Event: The Ministry of Health in Zimbabwe declared a cholera outbreak in Harare. Cholera is highly contagious and a number of deaths have been reported Actions to Take: Consult a medical professional if you have symptoms of Cholera. …
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Harare, November 30 2017- The U.S. Department of State is currently experiencing technical problems with its visa system, which are affecting global operations. This issue is worldwide and is not specific to any particular country or visa category. We recognize and deeply regret the inconvenience to travelers. We are doing everything possible to return passports …
Read More» United States Embassy Harare, Zimbabwe Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Planned Demonstrations on November 18 November 17, 2017 The U.S. Department of State advises U.S. citizens in Harare that two marches are planned for Saturday, November 18, 2017, convening at Freedom Square/Robert Mugabe Square (opposite Rainbow Towers) at 9:00 and 10:00 a.m. U.S. citizens are encouraged …
Read More» November 14, 2017 As a result of the ongoing political uncertainty through the night, the Ambassador has instructed all employees to remain home tomorrow. U.S. government personnel have been instructed to shelter in their residences tonight and work remotely from home on November 15. The embassy will be minimally staffed and closed to the public. U.S. citizens …
Read More» U.S. Embassy Harare and U.S. Embassy Pretoria are aware that some flights between Zimbabwe and South Africa have been canceled, and U.S. citizens might be impacted. U.S. citizens whose travel is canceled should work with their travel agents to reschedule or re-route flights and should monitor news reports for updates on the situation. As a …
Read More» Messages for U.S. Citizens U.S. Consulate General, Johannesburg July 25, 2017 The U.S. Mission to South Africa advises U.S. citizens to exercise caution when arranging ground transportation from OR Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg to hotels, guest houses, and residences. Numerous U.S. citizens and other travelers have been robbed at gun point while traveling from …
Read More» The U.S. Embassy in Harare wishes to advise the public that the Consular Section will be closed from 11:00hrs – 17:30hrs on July 6th, 2017. No services will be provided. For American Citizen Emergencies, please call the Duty Officer on 0772559727. We apologize for any inconvenience caused.
Read More» U.S. Embassy Harare, Zimbabwe Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Weather-related Event February 16, 2017 The Zimbabwe Meteorological Service has issued a high alert for tropical cyclone-type rainfall from Thursday, February 16, 2017 until Monday, February 20, 2017. The most likely impacted areas include Masvingo and Matabelaland South provinces, as well as the southern areas of …
Read More» Dear U.S. Citizen Community, The Consular section would like to inform you of upcoming section closures and changes to processing hours for routine passport, notarial and Consular Report of Birth Abroad services at U.S. Embassy Harare. In addition, we are also soliciting information below for a Congressional report. Closures: In order to improve performance, the …
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