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Ambassador to the U. N. Participated in the Second Summit for Democracy in Costa Rica

Ambassador to the U. N. Participated in the Second Summit for Democracy in Costa Rica

The United States Ambassador to the United Nations Linda Thomas-Greenfield led the U.S. delegation that participated in the second Summit for Democracy organizedby the United States. Costa Rica co-hosted the summit, together with the Netherlands, the Republic of Korea, and the Republic of Zambia...

United States Helps Improve Sarapiqui and Coto Brus’ School Conditions

United States Helps Improve Sarapiqui and Coto Brus’ School Conditions

The 2023 school year arrived with new desks, appliances for the school cafeteria, and construction materials for students in Puerto Viejo of Sarapiquí and Limoncito of Coto Brus...

Funding Opportunity (NOFO) to strengthen government through civil society engagement

Funding Opportunity (NOFO) to strengthen government through civil society engagement

NOFO Number: SCS-800-23-GR-001-WHA-030723

2023 Notice of Funding Opportunity

2023 Notice of Funding Opportunity

U.S. Embassy San Jose PD Annual Program Statement

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COVID-19 Information

30 November, 2022 | Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News, Press Releases

Last updated:11/30/2022 The CDC’s Order requiring proof of vaccination for non-U.S. citizen nonimmigrants to travel to the United States is still in effect.  For more…

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Health Alert: U.S. Embassy, San Jose

13 April, 2023 | Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. Citizen Services

Location: Countrywide  Event:  There have been reports of an increase in the number of Malaria cases in Costa Rica. Though these cases have been reported…

Ambassador to the United Nations Participated in the Second Summit for Democracy in Costa Rica

Ambassador to the United Nations Participated in the Second Summit for Democracy in Costa Rica

12 April, 2023 | Events, News, Press Releases

The United States Ambassador to the United Nations (UN) Linda Thomas-Greenfield led the U.S. delegation that participated in the second Summit for Democracy organized by…

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Welcome to the Quarterly U.S. Citizen Newsletter

4 April, 2023 | Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. Citizen Services

Stay up to date on key topics important to the U.S. citizen community in Costa Rica   Hurricane Season Begins June 1st:    As we approach the…

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Nonimmigrant Visa Fee Increases

31 March, 2023 | Events, Featured Event, News, Press Releases

Press Release Publication of Final Rule on Nonimmigrant Visa Fee Increases The Department of State is committed to facilitating legitimate travel to the United States for…

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United States Announces $25 Million to Strengthen Costa Rica’s Cybersecurity

29 March, 2023 | Featured Event, Press Releases

Today, the United States and Costa Rica affirmed their collaboration on cybersecurity with the United States’ announcement of plans to provide $25 million to bolster…

United States Donates Early Childhood Stimulation Kits to 1,800 Families

United States Donates Early Childhood Stimulation Kits to 1,800 Families

22 March, 2023 | Ambassador, Events, Featured Event, News, Press Releases

The United States Government and UNICEF Costa Rica donated 1,800 kits with learning materials to families belonging to the National Care and Children Development Network…

The U.S. Embassy also donated 96 desks to the Escuela Santa Rita in Limoncito, Coto Brus

United States Helps Improve Sarapiqui and Coto Brus’ School Conditions

20 March, 2023 | Featured Event, News, Press Releases

The 2023 school year arrived with new desks, appliances for the school cafeteria, and construction materials for students in Puerto Viejo of Sarapiquí and Limoncito…

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Security Alert: Crime in Costa Rica

2 March, 2023 | Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. Citizen Services

Security Alert: U.S. Embassy, San Jose, Costa Rica (March 1, 2023)  Location: San Jose and generally in Costa Rica. Event: The U.S. Embassy in Costa…

Release of Political Prisoners from Nicaragua

Release of Political Prisoners from Nicaragua

9 February, 2023 | Featured Event, News, Press Releases

PRESS STATEMENT February 9, 2023 ANTONY J. BLINKEN, SECRETARY OF STATE Today, the United States welcomes 222 individuals who had been imprisoned by the Government…

Laura Richardson, comandante del Comando Sur estadounidense (SOUTHCOM)

Commander of U.S. Southern Command to visit Costa Rica for meetings with Costa Rican, regional...

3 February, 2023 | Featured Event, Press Releases

Press Release Friday, February 3, 2023 U.S. Army Gen. Laura Richardson, commander of U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM), will arrive in San Jose, Monday, February 6…

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Message for U.S. Citizens: Avoiding Road Rage San Jose Metropolitcan Area

1 February, 2023 | Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News, Press Releases, U.S. Citizen Services

The Embassy has received increased reporting of road rage incidents in the metropolitan San Jose area.  The U.S. National Highway Transportation Safety Administration defines road…

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Important information from the Federal Benefits Unit for beneficiaries of Social Security in Costa...

30 January, 2023 | Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News, Press Releases, U.S. Citizen Services

Important Message to Social Security Beneficiaries in Costa Rica The U.S. Embassy in San Jose is sharing important information from the Federal Benefits Unit for…

Social Security Benefits

Important Message for Social Security beneficiaries in Costa Rica:

27 January, 2023 | Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News, Press Releases, U.S. Citizen Services

If you receive Social Security benefits and live in Costa Rica, you may need to contact the embassy’s Federal Benefits Unit to continue receiving benefits. The…

Welcome to the December 2022- Quarterly U.S. Citizen newsletter!

8 December, 2022 | Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. Citizen Services

Stay up to date on key topics important to the U.S. citizen community in Costa Rica  HAPPY HOLIDAYS – The U.S. Embassy wishes you and…

DHS Announces New Migration Enforcement Process for Venezuelans

DHS Announces New Migration Enforcement Process for Venezuelans

19 October, 2022 | Events, Featured Event, News, Press Releases

Release Date: October 12, 2022 Venezuelans who seek to enter the U.S. illegally will be returned to Mexico; New lawful pathway created for some Venezuelans…

Weather Alert

Weather Alert: US Embassy Costa Rica

7 October, 2022 | Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. Citizen Services

U.S. Embassy in Costa Rica Weather Alert Location: Throughout the country Event: The National Hurricane Center is tracking the development of a tropical storm forming…

Vote

Absentee Voting Week is October 1-8, 2022.

13 September, 2022 | Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. Citizen Services

Be an Active Voter by taking the necessary steps to vote in the 2022 U.S. elections and participating in Absentee Voting Week! In some states…

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Welcome to the September 2022- Quarterly U.S. Citizen newsletter!

1 September, 2022 | Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. Citizen Services

Stay up to date on key topics important to the U.S. citizen community in Costa Rica: Welcome to the Quarterly U.S. Citizen newsletter! Stay up…

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U.S. Embassy San Jose
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