The G8: Who, Where, What & Why?
This year, the G8 Leader's Summit will take place in Northern Ireland, where President Obama will meet with other world leaders. This video explains the what the G8 is, how it is structured and why it exists as in its current format. (Youtube.com)
NASA Engineer Nagin Cox
Nagin Cox, from the Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) in Pasadena, CA. Spent 3 days in Scotland, April 18-20. Ms. Cox spoke to a variety of audiences across Scotland.
Country Reports on Terrorism 2012
30 May May 2013 - The U.S. State Department releases the Country Reports on Terrorism 2012
Obama on U.S. Counterterrorism Strategy
24 May 2013 - Saying that America is at a crossroads, President Obama outlined an evolving counterterrorism strategy aimed at threats that are lethal yet less capable, at threats to U.S. diplomatic and business interests abroad and at homegrown threats.
The U.S. Consulate General Edinburgh
The U.S. Consulate General Edinburgh provides non-emergency services by appointment only. If you require an emergency service please call 0131 556 8315 and select option 8.
Consulate Headlines
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TSA announces the 2013 Summer Travel checklist
The TSA Summer 2013 travel checklist is here! Remind yourself about the U.S. airport security check-in process and be prepared! View as PDF »
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Worldwide Caution from the Bureau of Consular Affairs
18 February 2013 - The Department of State has issued this Worldwide Caution to update information on the continuing threat of terrorist actions and violence against U.S. citizens and interests throughout the world. Read the travel alert »
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New USCIS Immigrant Fee to be implemented
16 January 2013 - Effective February 1, 2013, all individuals issued immigrant visas overseas must pay a $165.00 USCIS Immigrant Fee before traveling to the United States Read more »
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Principal Officer Bazarnic visits Strathkinness Primary School
5 October 2012 - Principal Officer Zoja Bazarnic visited Strathkinness Primary School in Fife to meet with students currently studying the United States.
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Unveiling the restored Mercer grave slab
07 April 2012 - Major Mike Taitt, the Dep Lord Lt of Aberdeenshire,(left) Ms Linnet, Principal Officer U.S. Consulate General Edinburgh and Mr Charles J Burnett Chair of the Pitsligo Castle Trust. Read more »
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Education Matters!
If you are interested in Education, take a look at the Embassy's Education Matters! blog and post a comment. View the blog »
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Meeting our Responsibilities as Global Citizens
26 October 2011- Ambassador Susman's Speech at Edinburgh University
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A fee is charged for Visa Waiver Program travelers. Read about ESTA.
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If you are a U.S. Citizen currently traveling abroad, you may wish to register your details with the State Department. You can do so through the Department of State's Travel Registration system.
