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Judith Heumann visits Berlin
State Department Special Advisor for International Disability Rights Judith E. Heumann came to Berlin to speak at the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ).
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Vice President Biden visits Germany
February 1: U.S. Vice President Joe Biden arrived at Tegel airport in Berlin and was greeted by Ambassador Murphy. Later he met with Chancellor Merkel at the Chancellery for bilateral talks
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Kerry is confirmed as Secretary of State
Statement from the President on the Confirmation of John Kerry as the next Secretary of State
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Obama’s Inauguration in Berlin
U.S. Ambassador to Germany, Philip D. Murphy, hosted an early-evening Inaugural reception at his residence
Upcoming Embassy Events
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Jan 15 - Apr 21: U.S. Embassy Literature & Lecture Series
In cooperation with the English Theatre Berlin and various partners from the publishing world.
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March 11: American Literature Teacher Training Seminar
coordinated by Humboldt University and the U.S. Embassy Berlin in cooperation with LISUM Berlin-Brandenburg
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Missed an event? Check out our archive!
Read up on our past events, find photos and videos at the bottom of this page.
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Complete List of Upcoming Embassy Events - Lectures, Exhibits
Click for the complete list of our upcoming events — see below for past event.
Ask the Consul
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E-Mail Us Your Question – We Will Post Selected Answers Here
Anything you've always wanted to ask a Consul – E-mail your question here »
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Doing Business with Germany For American companies
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Invest in the United States (available in German)
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Trade Fairs Info from U.S. Commercial Service
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National Export Initiative (NEI) export.gov
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ESTA Approval required to travel visa-free
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Non-Immigration Visa to visit / work
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Immigrant Visa to live in the U.S.
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Green Card Diversity Lottery
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EducationUSA Study in the U.S.
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About the USA Background info
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Meet US Americans in schools
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Newsletter for Teachers Virtual Classroom About the USA Newsletter
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For the People U.S. Citizens Blog
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Emergency Contact Information
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Passports and Reports of Birth
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English Speaking Services in Germany
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Nov 23
Fairy Tale Reading with Ambassador
Ambassador Murphy hosted a student event as part of the Berliner Märchentage.
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November 5:
School Election Project
The final event of the school project on the U.S. elections in 2012 took place on November 5, at the Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung in Berlin. The students came from Berlin and Brandenburg to present their projects.
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October 24, 2012
Sinti and Roma Memorial Unveiled
U.S. representatives including the Special Envoy for Holocaust Issues Douglas Davidson and Ambassador Murphy were present at the Unveiling Ceremony
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September 11, 2012
Ambassador Murphy at ILA
Ambassador accompanied Chancellor Merkel during her visit to the U.S. area, and participated in an award ceremony honoring two U.S. helicopter pilots who rescued German soldiers in Afghanistan
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August 31, 2012
Ambassador Murphy on the Political Conventions
Ambassador Murphy spoke with journalists on Friday to share his reactions to the Democratic National Convention that was held in Charlotte, NC, and the prospects for both parties over the next two months.
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August 22, 2012
Reagan Plaque Unveiled
Marking the 25th anniversary of his famous “Tear Down This Wall” speech, U.S. President Ronald Reagan was honored by a bronze plaque, designed by artist Helga Lieser, which was unveiled in Berlin on September 19.
Current Topics
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American English Website relaunched
The American English website provides resources for teaching and learning English as a Foreign Language (EFL), exploring American culture, and encouraging conversation within the global EFL community. -
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Travel Warning - Syria
The United States warns U.S. citizens against travel to Syria and recommends that U.S. citizens in Syria depart immediately. -
World Wide Caution (January 25, 2012)
Department of State on the continuing threat of terrorist actions and violence against U.S. citizens and interests throughout the world. -
Reminder: Kinderreisepässe & Travel to the U.S.
Children's passports (Kinderreisepass) issued after October 25 , 2006 and all Children's ID (Kinderausweis) are not valid for visa free travel to the U.S.
Children travelling on Kinderreisepass and Kinderausweis need a visa to travel to the U.S.
Children must have their own e-passport in order to travel without a visa.