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UPDATED: 16 Jun 2009 GMT
  • Notice to Visa Applicants

    February 8, 2010 – U.S. embassies and consulates around the world are introducing a new online visa application form. This new form, the DS-160, will allow applicants to submit their information digitally and improve the efficiency of the application process.

  • Team USA Cricket in Dubai

    February 2, 2010 – The U.S. Cricket Association Senior Men’s Team will compete in the ICC World Twenty20 Qualifier in Abu Dhabi and Dubai February 9 – 13

  • State of the Union Address

    January 27, 2010 – President Obama delivered his first State of the Union address to the U.S. Congress and American people

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Latest Headlines From the Consulate

New Online Visa Application Form to Improve Efficiency of Application Process
The new online form, the DS-160, will allow applicants to submit their information digitally and will improve the efficiency of the visa application process and make the process more environmentally friendly. From February 28, 2010, use of this new form will be mandatory for all visa applicants at Embassy Abu Dhabi and Consulate General Dubai.

View Speeches by President Obama and Secretary Clinton in Persian on New YouTube
The Digital Outreach Team Introduces the launch of a Persian YouTube Channel. View Web casts and read transcripts of President Obama and Secretary Clinton’s remarks in Persian.

Consulate General Closure Sunday, February 14 for Presidents Day
Consulate General Dubai and Embassy Abu Dhabi will be closed on Sunday, February 14, 2010 in observance of Presidents Day.

Consulate General Supports Career Day at Sharjah American International School
EducationUSA specialists from the U.S. Consulate General and the U.S. Embassy informed students about the wide range of free educational advising services provided by EducationUSA to guide students to U.S. higher education.

Applications Being Accepted for MEPI Student Leaders Program
The Middle East Partnership Initiative (MEPI) Student Leaders Program will award scholarships to outstanding students from the UAE for a five-week intensive summer program in the United States at a diverse network of accredited two- and four-year institutions; Application Deadline: February 15, 2010.