Disaster Preparedness: U.S. Embassy Santiago, Chile (February 27, 2023 )
U.S. Embassy Santiago encourages all citizens in Chile to be prepared for natural disasters.
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Weather Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago, Chile (February 4, 2023)
Location: Ñuble, BioBio and other regions in southern Chile Event: Multiple Wildfires The U.S. Embassy advises all U.S. citizens to monitor the local news and media, including ONEMI’s website , for the latest information regarding the location of events. Wildfires and other weather-related events can change suddenly, be highly destructive, and may result in difficult travel conditions. U.S. …
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Demonstration Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago, Chile (October 17, 2022)
There is the possibility of protests due to the anniversary of the “Estallido Social” (or social unrest) in Chile on Tuesday, October 18.
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Embassy Advisory: Message For U.S. Citizens: WORLDWIDE CAUTION (AUGUST 3, 2022)
Embassy Advisory: Message For U.S. Citizens: WORLDWIDE CAUTION (AUGUST 3, 2022)
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Health Alert – Updated Requirements for Air Travelers to the U.S. (June 12, 2022)
Starting at 12:01 a.m. on June 12, 2022, the CDC will no longer require air travelers to show a negative COVID-19 test result, or documentation of recovery from COVID-19, prior to boarding a flight to the United States.
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Travel to the United States on Expired U.S. Passports (December 28, 2021)
If you are overseas and your U.S. passport expired on or after January 1, 2020, you may be able to use your expired passport to return directly to the United States until March 31, 2022.
Read More» Demonstration Alert: Santiago and other cities in Chile
The U.S. Embassy advises U.S. citizens traveling and residing in Chile of the likelihood of violent disturbances in Santiago and other cities on March 29.
Read More» Demonstration Alert: Road Blockages in Iquique and Arica (02/11/2022)
Demonstrations in Iquique and Arica related to security and migration issues.
Read More» Passport Fee Increase on December 27, 2021
Effective December 27, 2021, the passport security surcharge fee will increase by $20.
Read More» Travel and Health Alert: U.S. Embassy Santiago, Chile (December 2, 2021)
On November 26, the White House announced a travel restriction for certain travelers due to the detection of a variant of SARS-COV-2.
Read More» Travel and Health Alert: U.S. Embassy Santiago, Chile (November 3, 2021)
On October 25, President Biden announced the United States will adopt a global air travel policy.
Read More» Demonstration Alert – U.S. Embassy
Due to the upcoming two-year anniversary of the start of the civil unrest in Chile.
Read More» Demonstration Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago
Demonstration Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago; Location: Chile; Event: Anniversary of September 11 Coup
Read More» Potential Tsunami Alert Issued by Chilean Government
This alert applies to all coastal areas of Chile.
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago – Covid-19 Update (02/18/2021)
Changes in Quarantine Measures Announced
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago – Covid-19 Update (02/16/2021)
Changes in Quarantine Measures Announced
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Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago – Covid-19 Update (02/08/2021)
Changes in Quarantine Measures Announced
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago – Covid-19 Update (02/04/2021)
Changes in Quarantine Measures Announced
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago – Covid-19 Update (02/01/2021)
Changes in Quarantine Measures Announced
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago – Covid-19 Update (1/28/2021)
Changes in Quarantine Measures Announced
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago – Covid-19 Update (1/25/2021)
Changes in Quarantine Measures Announced
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago (Covid update, 01/21/2021)
Changes in Quarantine Measures Announced
Read More» Health Alert – New CDC requirements for airline passengers to the U.S.
New requirements for travellers to the U.S. effective January 26, 2021
Read More» Health Alert – Covid-19 Update (01/14/2021)
Changes in Quarantine Measures Announced
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago (Covid-19 update – 01/11/2021)
Changes in Quarantine Measures Announced.
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago – Covid-19 Update (01/07/2021)
Changes in Quarantine Measures Announced.
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago – Covid-19 Update (01/04/2021)
Changes in Quarantine Measures Announced.
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago – Covid-19 Update (12/31/2020)
Changes in Quarantine Measures Announced
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago – Covid-19 Update (12/28/2020)
Changes in Quarantine Measures Announced
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago – Covid-19 Update (12/21/2020)
Changes in Quarantine Measures Announced
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago – Covid-19 Update (12/17/2020)
Changes in Quarantine Measures Announced.
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago – Covid-19 Update (12/14/2020)
Changes in Quarantine Measures Announced.
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago – Covid-19 Update (12/10/2020)
Changes in Quarantine Measures Announced.
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago – Covid-19 Update (12/7/2020)
Changes in Quarantine Measures Announced.
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago – Covid-19 Update (12/3/2020)
Changes in Quarantine Measures Announced.
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago – Covid-19 Update (11/30/2020)
Changes in Quarantine Measures Announced.
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago – Covid-19 Update (11/27/2020)
Changes in Quarantine Measures Announced.
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago – Covid-19 Update (11/23/2020)
Changes in Quarantine Measures Announced.
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago – Covid-19 Update (11/19/2020)
Changes in Quarantine Measures Announced.
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago – Covid-19 Update (11/16/2020)
Changes in Quarantine Measures Announced.
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago – Covid-19 Update (11/12/2020)
Changes in Quarantine Measures Announced.
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago
Changes in Quarantine Measures Announced.
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago – Covid-19 Update (11/02/2020)
Changes in Quarantine Measures Announced.
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago – Covid-19 Update (10/29/2020)
Changes in Quarantine Measures Announced.
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago – Covid-19 Update (10/22/2020)
Event: Changes in Quarantine Measures Announced
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago – Covid-19 Update (10/15/2020)
Event: Changes in Quarantine Measures Announced
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago – Covid-19 Update (10/08/2020)
Event: Changes in Quarantine Measures Announced
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U.S. Embassy in Chile resumes limited regular services for American citizens
U.S. Embassy, Santiago, Chile Effective October 13, the U.S. Embassy in Chile will resume limited regular services for American citizens, including applications for passports, passport renewals, and notarial services. To ensure social distancing, the number of appointments has been reduced. If you require a passport for imminent travel and cannot find an available appointment, please …
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago – Covid-19 Update (10/01/2020)
Event: Changes in Quarantine Measures Announced
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago-Covid-19 Update (09/23/2020)
Changes to quarantine restrictions announced: 27 comunas advance in the Paso a Paso plan, including Santiago Centro, Lo Barnechea, Puente Alto, and Antofagasta.
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago – Covid-19 Update (09/16/2020)
Changes in Quarantine Measures Announced
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago – Covid-19 Update (9/9/2020)
Changes in Quarantine Measures Announced
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago – Covid-19 Update (9/02/2020)
Changes in Quarantine Measures Announced.
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago (Covid-19 Update, 08/31)
Changes in Quarantine Measures Announced. Upgrading of somecomunas from Phase 2 (Transition) to Phase 3 (Preparation).
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago – Covid-19 Update (8/26/2020)
Changes in Quarantine Measures Announced.
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago – Covid-19 Update (8/19/2020)
Beginning Friday, August 21, the nightly nationwide curfew will begin an hour later, starting at 11:00 pm.
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago – Covid-19 Update (08/12/2020)
Changes in Quarantine Measures Announced.
Read More» Travel Update (08/10/2020)
Reconsider travel to Chile due to COVID-19. Exercise increased caution in Chile due to civil unrest.
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago – Covid-19 Update (8/5/2020)
Changes in Quarantine Measures Announced.
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago – Covid-19 Update (7/29/2020)
Changes in Quarantine Measures Announced
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago – Covid-19 Update (7/27/2020)
Introduction of quarantines for the following comunas (begins Wednesday, July 29 at 10:00 pm): La Serena, Coquimbo, Puerto Montt.
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago – Covid-19 Update (7/24/2020)
Some comunas move to Phase 2 of the “Paso a Paso” gradual re-opening plan (begins Monday, July 27 at 10:00 pm).
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago – Covid-19 Update (7/22/2020)
Changes in Quarantine Measures Announced. Extension of quarantine for Gran Santiago as well as six nearby comunas until Friday, July 31
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago – Covid-19 Update (07/15/2020)
Changes in Quarantine Measures Announced. Extension of quarantine for Gran Santiago as well as six nearby comunas until Friday, July 24
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago, Covid-19 Update (7/13/2020)
Changes in Quarantine Measures Announced. A quarantine for the comunas of Arica and Rengo, beginning at 10:00 pm on Tuesday, July 14
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago – Covid-19 Update (7/8/2020)
Changes in Quarantine Measures Announced. Extension of quarantine for Gran Santiago as well as six nearby comunas until Friday, July 17
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago – Covid-19 Update (07/01/2020)
Changes in Quarantine Measures Announced.
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago – Covid-19 Update (06/24/2020)
Changes in Quarantine Measures Announced
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago – Covid-19 Update (06/22/2020)
Changes in Quarantine Measures Announced
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago- Covid-19 Update (06/17/2020)
Changes in Quarantine Measures Announced. Extension of quarantine for Gran Santiago as well as six nearby comunas until Friday, June 26.
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Urgent Information for Visa Applicants Regarding COVID-19 (Update 5/24/2020)
Urgent Information for Visa Applicants Regarding COVID-19.
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago – COVID-19 Update (05/20/2020)
Changes in Quarantine Measures Announced – Extension of quarantines in Santiago, Iquique, and Antofagasta.
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago – COVID-19 Update (05/19/2020)
As of May 19, the Ministry of Health has confirmed 49,579 cases of COVID-19 in Chile.
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago – COVID-19 Update
Changes to Comunas in Quarantine Announced – Total Quarantine for Gran Santiago.
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago – COVID-19 Update (05/12/2020)
Changes to Comunas in Quarantine Announced – Quarantine Extensions in 7 comunas.
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago – COVID-19 Update (05/06/2020)
Changes to Comunas in Quarantine Announced – 12 New Comunas in Santiago Begin Quarantine Friday, May 8
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago – COVID-19 Update (05/05/2020)
As of May 5, the Ministry of Health has confirmed 22,016 cases of COVID-19 in Chile.
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago – Covid-19 Update (05/04/2020)
Changes to Comunas in Quarantine Announced – Recoleta, Cerrillos, Quilicura, Mejillones and Antofagasta begin quaratine Tuesday, May 5
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago – COVID-19 Update (4/28/2020)
As of April 28, the Ministry of Health has confirmed 14,365 cases of COVID-19 in Chile. Changes to Comunas in Quarantine Announced.
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago – COVID-19 Update (04/21/2020)
As of April 21, the Ministry of Health has confirmed 10,832 cases of COVID-19 in Chile. Changes to Comunas in Quarantine Announced.
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago – COVID-19 Update (04/15/2020)
As of April 15, the Ministry of Health has confirmed 8273 cases of COVID-19 in Chile.
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago – COVID-19 Update (04/14/2020)
As of April 14, the Ministry of Health has confirmed 7917 cases of COVID-19 in Chile. Changes to Comunas in Quarantine Announced.
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago – COVID-19 Update (04/13/2020)
As of April 13, the Ministry of Health has confirmed 7525 cases of COVID-19 in Chile.
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Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago
The government of Chile has implemented enhanced screening and quarantine measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19.
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago – COVID-19 Update (04/11/2020)
As of April 11, the Ministry of Health has confirmed 6927 cases of COVID-19 in Chile. LATAM suspends international flights from Santiago April 13-30
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago – Covid Update (04/10/2020)
LATAM suspends international flights from Santiago April 13-30. As of April 10, the Ministry of Health has confirmed 6501 cases of COVID-19 in Chile.
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago – COVID-19 Update (04/09/2020)
As of April 9, the Ministry of Health has confirmed 5972 cases of COVID-19 in Chile.
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago – COVID-19 Update (04/08/2020)
As of April 8, the Ministry of Health has confirmed 5546 cases of COVID-19 in Chile.
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago – COVID-19 Update, 04/07/2020
As of April 7, the Ministry of Health has confirmed 5116 cases of COVID-19 in Chile. There are new quarantine measures.
Read More» Return flight from Easter Island to Santiago – April 10
There will be a LATAM flight available to return passengers from Easter Island to Santiago on Friday, April 10.
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago – COVID-19 Update, 04/06/2020
As of April 6, the Ministry of Health has confirmed 4815 cases of COVID-19 in Chile.
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago – COVID-19 Update, 04/05/2020
As of April 5, the Ministry of Health has confirmed 4471 cases of COVID-19 in Chile.
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago- COVID-19 Update, 04/04/2020
As of April 4, the Ministry of Health has confirmed 4161 cases of COVID-19 in Chile.
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago, 04/03/2020
International commercial flight options currently exist in Chile. U.S. citizens who wish to return to the U.S. should make commercial arrangements as soon as possible.
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago – COVID-19 Update, 04/03/2020
As of April 3, the Ministry of Health has confirmed 3737 cases of COVID-19 in Chile.
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago – COVID-19 Update, 04/02/2020
As of April 2, the Ministry of Health has confirmed 3404 cases of COVID-19 in Chile.
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago – COVID-19 Update, 04/01/2020
As of April 1, the Ministry of Health has confirmed 3031 cases of COVID-19 in Chile.
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago – COVID-19 Update, 03/31/2020
As of March 31, the Ministry of Health has confirmed 2738 cases of COVID-19 in Chile.
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago – COVID-19 Update, 03/30/2020
As of March 30, the Ministry of Health has confirmed 2449 cases of COVID-19 in Chile.
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago – COVID-19 Update, 03/29/2020
As of March 29, the Ministry of Health has confirmed 2139 cases of COVID-19 in Chile.
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago – COVID-19 Update, 03/28/2020
As of March 28, the Ministry of Health has confirmed 1909 cases of COVID-19 in Chile.
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago-COVID-19 Update, 03/28/2020
As of March 28, the Ministry of Health has confirmed 1909 cases of COVID-19 in Chile.
Read More» Health Alert: New LATAM flight to Los Angeles TONIGHT, 3/27/2020
The U.S. Embassy has been made aware that LATAM will have a commercial flight this evening (March 27) departing Santiago for Los Angeles – LAX.
Read More» Health Alert: COVID-19 Update, 03/27/2020
COVID-19 Update: As of March 27, the Ministry of Health has confirmed 1610 cases of COVID-19 in Chile.
Read More» COVID-19 Update – Quarantine Measures for Santiago, 3/26/2020
As of March 26, the Ministry of Health has confirmed 1306 cases of COVID-19 in Chile. New measures are implemented to limit the spread of COVID-19.
Read More» Return flights from Easter Island to Santiago
The U.S. Embassy has been informed that the Governor’s office on Easter Island is working with LATAM to secure return flights to Santiago.
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago (03/25/2020)-New Quarantine Measures for Santiago
The government of Chile has implemented enhanced screening and quarantine measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19.
Read More» COVID-19 Update – March 25
As of March 25, the Ministry of Health has confirmed 1,142 cases of COVID-19 in Chile.
Read More» Health Alert: March 24
COVID-19 Update, Chargé d’Affaires’ Message to American citizens in Chile, and available seats with United to U.S.
Read More» Global Level 4 Health Advisory: Do Not Travel
The Department of State advises U.S. citizens to avoid all international travel due to the global impact of COVID-19. In countries where commercial departure options remain available, U.S. citizens who live in the United States should arrange for immediate return to the United States, unless they are prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite period. …
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Alert: The Department of State advises U.S. citizens to avoid all international travel
The Department of State advises U.S. citizens to avoid all international travel due to the global impact of COVID-19.
Read More» Alert – U.S Embassy, Santiago, Chile
Event: Return flights from Easter Island to Santiago Location: Easter Island The U.S. Embassy has been informed that the Governor’s office on Easter Island (Rapa Nui) is working with hotels on the island to register American citizens for return flights to Santiago. If you are an American citizen on Easter Island and you have not been contacted, …
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago, Chile
Effective Wednesday, March 18, U.S. Embassy Santiago has suspended routine consular services. Only emergency U.S. citizen services will be available. If you believe you may require an emergency service, please follow the instructions on how to request an emergency appointment: https://cl.usembassy.gov/u-s-citizen-services/emergency-contact/ . Assistance: U.S. Embassy Santiago, Chile Phone number: +56 2 2330 3716 (8:30 A.M. to 5:00 …
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago, Chile
Location: Chile Event: The government of Chile announced restrictions on entry into its borders beginning Wednesday, March 18, 2020. The U.S. Embassy in Santiago advises U.S. citizens with plans to depart Chile to do so while commercial flights remain available. Beginning on Wednesday, March 18, the government of Chile will restrict entry into Chile of all nationalities, with the exception of …
Read More» Demonstration Alert: U.S. Embassy, Santiago, Chile
U.S. Embassy, Santiago, Chile There are reports of a possible demonstration called for this afternoon, Monday, December 2, 2019 in the vicinity of the U.S. Embassy. American citizens who require emergency consular services are advised to contact the U.S. Embassy duty officer from 15:00 until the opening of business on Tuesday, December 3. Additionally, there …
Read More» Demonstration Alert: U.S Embassy Santiago, Chile
Local authorities have advised of a number of protests in Santiago, including in the vicinity of the U.S. Embassy. American citizens who require emergency consular services are advised to contact the U.S. Embassy duty officer from 15:00 until the opening of business on Monday, November 25. Protests in Santiago and around the country have been spontaneous …
Read More» Demonstration Alert: U.S Embassy Santiago, Chile
Local authorities have advised of a number of protests in Santiago, including in the vicinity of the U.S. Embassy. American citizens who require emergency consular services are advised to contact the U.S. Embassy duty officer from 15:00 until the opening of business on Wednesday, November 13. Protests in Santiago and around the country have been spontaneous …
Read More» Demonstration Alert: U.S Embassy, Santiago, Chile
Local authorities report potential large-scale protests that may occur in the vicinity of the U.S. Embassy this afternoon. American citizens who require emergency consular services are advised to contact the U.S. Embassy duty officer from 13:00 until the opening of business on Thursday, November 7, 2019. Actions to Take: Avoid the above mentioned areas. Monitor …
Read More» Demonstration Security Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago, Chile
Demonstration Security Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago, Chile October 25, 2019 Location: Metropolitan Region of Santiago and other major cities throughout Chile. Event: Several marches and protests are scheduled today and throughout the weekend. Taxi, bus, and truck drivers have disrupted traffic on several major thoroughfares, including routes to the Santiago airport, which may continue into the …
Read More» Alert – U.S Embassy, Santiago, Chile (20 October, 2019)
As of Sunday, October 20, the Chilean government has declared a state of emergency in the following areas: · Metropolitan Region of Santiago · Region of Coquimbo · Region of Valparaiso · Region of O’Higgins · Region of Bio-Bio These locations continue to be sites of on-going protests and looting, some of which have resulted in acts of violence. Many …
Read More» Alert – U.S Embassy, Santiago, Chile
There will be a curfew this evening from 22:00 – 7:00 hours in the Santiago Metropolitan Region. Authorities have ordered all individuals to stay off the streets. Assistance: U.S. Embassy Santiago, Chile Phone number: +56 2 2330 3716 (8:30 A.M. to 5:00 P.M) and +56 2 2330 3000 (After business hours) Email address: SantiagoUSA@state.gov Embassy website: https://cl.usembassy.gov/ State …
Read More» Protests Related to Fare Increases Affecting Santiago Metro
Friday October 18, 2019 Local authorities are reporting calls throughout Santiago for groups to arrive in masses and evade paying at various metro stations. Protests were called for Metro Manquehue on Friday and Los Dominicos Metro Station on Monday, October 21. The calls to demonstrate are spontaneous and local authorities are unable to predict where the next …
Read More» Demonstration Security Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago, Chile
The Embassy advises all citizens to monitor the media for the latest information regarding the location of the demonstrations and be alert to your surroundings.
Read More» Demonstration Security Alert – U.S. Embassy Santiago, Chile
Local officials report expected violence at all three demonstrations.
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Message for U.S. Citizens- Voting in 2018 Midterm Elections
U.S. Citizens- Learn how you can participate in the 2018 midterm election cycle.
Read More» Message for U.S. Citizens- Confech March
Confech March in Downtown Santiago on May 9.
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