Embassy of the United States

President Obama's Ramadan Message
As the new crescent moon ushers in Ramadan, President Obama extends his best wishes to Muslim communities in the United States and around the world. Video | Text

Statement by President Obama on the August 17th explosion in Nazran, Ingushetiya
"I am deeply troubled about reports of a suicide bombing today in Nazran, Ingushetiya that has resulted in the tragic loss of at least 20 lives and 138 injured. There can be no justification for such an act of terrorism. This latest attack highlights the concerning increase in violence in the region affecting officials and civilians alike .."

Ambassador Beyrle Interviewed by Echo Moskvy
On July 24, Ambassador Beyrle took part in ''Osoboye Mneniye'' (Special Opinion), a talk show on Echo Moskvy Radio. Russian-American relations and the hottest topics in international affairs were the focus of the interview. Text/Audio in Russian

Kidnapping and murder of Russian Human Rights Activist - Statement by NSC
We are deeply disturbed and saddened by the abduction and murder of respected human rights activist Natalya Estemirova, abducted from Chechnya and found in Ingushetiya today

Statement by Ambassador John Beyrle on the murder of Natalya Estemirova
Yesterday, Russia lost one of its most remarkable citizens, Natalya Estemirova. I was shocked and saddened to learn of her murder and my heart goes out to her family and to her colleagues at Memorial...

Statement on the Killing of Human Rights Activist Natalya Estemirova.
The United States is deeply saddened by reports of the abduction and murder of respected human rights activist Natalya Estemirova. We call upon the Russian government to bring those responsible to justice...

President Obama Addresses Russian Graduates
On the second day of his visit to Russia, President Obama addressed Russian graduates of Moscow's New Economic School with a keynote speech. Video | Text

Appointment System for American Citizen Services
The American Citizen Services (ACS) Unit has introduced an Appointment System for all services, including passport renewals (and passport extra pages), birth registrations, notarial services, and general inquiries. More...

Information Update on 2009-H1N1 Influenza
U.S. citizens in the Russian Federation should be aware that Russia has recorded its first confirmed cases of 2009-H1N1 influenza. In all instances of H1N1 influenza in Russia thus far, the patients have made full recoveries. More...

Consular Section Newsletter Available
You can download the most recent issue of the Consular Section Newsletter here.

New Comprehensive Tax Reference Page Available on IRS Site
This new page contains basic tax information that Americans overseas need to know and also includes links to more detailed topics. The site also provides information on how to contact the IRS to get additional assistance.

Pony Express to Collect Two-Year Validity Visa Fees
Beginning Monday, March 23, 2009, Pony Express will collect visa fees for two-year validity visas from applicants who qualify for an interview waiver.