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    State of the Union Address

    On January 24, 2012,President Obama will present his annual State of the Union Address. You can now watch it online and be able to see charts, stats and data that helped inform President Obama’s policy decisions as he delivers his speech to the nation.

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  • Chargé d’Affaires Alex Barrasso signs a Sikorsky helicopter in honor of Brunei’s heroes, who use helicopters to save lives. Photo credit: US Embassy Bandar Seri Begawan.

    Sikorsky Legacy of Heroes

    To commemorate the vision of its founder, Igor Sikorsky, the "Legacy of Heroes" tour is a recognition of the people and organisations, referred to as first respondents, from around the world who use Sikorsky aircrafts in life-saving missions.

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  • His Majesty the Sultan and Yang di Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam and U.S. President Barack Obama in a conversation. Photo credit: Infofoto

    His Majesty the Sultan attends APEC 2011

    His Majesty the Sultan and Yang di Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam attended the 19th Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Summit from November 12-13, 2011 in Hawaii, United States.

  • Group Photo at the Plaque Unveiling. Photo credit: US Embassy Bandar Seri Begawan.

    U.S. Embassy's Dedication Ceremony

    October 10, 2011 - In an important symbol of America’s commitment to an enduring friendship with the people of Brunei Darussalam, as well as the importance of our bilateral relationship with the Government of Brunei Darussalam, the United States dedicated its new Embassy in Bandar Seri Begawan today.

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  • Emergency Message for U.S. Citizens: Thailand, Possible Terrorist Threat

    This message alerts U.S. citizens in Thailand that foreign terrorists may be currently looking to conduct attacks against tourist areas in Bangkok in the near future. U.S. citizens are urged to exercise caution when visiting public areas where large groups of Western tourists gather in Bangkok. 

  • 2012 Election Cycle - Begins Now
    2012 Election Cycle - Begins Now

    Be an active voter. Start thinking about your participation in the U.S. 2012 elections today! The Consular Section staff at U.S. Embassy Bandar Seri Begawan is ready to assist with completing your Federal Post Card Application (FPCA) -- the form you need to complete this year to participate in the 2012 elections as an overseas absentee voter. 

  • New Visa Announcement for Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

    For any U.S. traveler to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, please note that the Royal Embassy of Saudi Arabia announced on November 23, 2011 that commencing from the end of year of Hajj 1432H (November 26, 2011), machine readable passports are required when applying for visas to enter the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Non-machine readable passport holders will not be granted visas. 

  • Brunei Government Scholarships to Foreign Students Announcement

    The Government of Brunei Darussalam is offering scholarships under the program, “Brunei Government Scholarships to Foreign Students Tenable in Brunei Darussalam for the 2012/2013 Academic Session.” Deadline for the application submission is no later than 14 January 2012. 

  • Appointment System for U.S. Citizen Services
    Appointment System for U.S. Citizen Services

    As of May 16, 2011, U.S. Embassy Bandar Seri Begawan implemented an appointment system for routine U.S. Citizen Services to better serve U.S. citizens in the consular district. 

  • Changes to Filing I-130 Petitions Overseas
    Changes to Filing I-130 Petitions Overseas

    Effective August 15, 2011, petitioners residing overseas will no longer be able to routinely file Forms I-130, Petitions for Alien Relative, with U.S. Embassies and Consulates except in locations where U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has a public counter present within the Embassy or Consulate. 

  • State Department Supports Global Travel Growth
    State Department Supports Global Travel Growth

    The Department of State is dedicated to the protection of our borders, and has no higher priority than the safety of our citizens. 

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  • U.S. Department of State Official Blog DipNote is the official blog of the U.S. Department of State —a place to share stories, discuss experiences, and inspire new ideas on the important foreign policy issues of the day.