Embassy Closure on Tuesday January 16

Message for U.S. Citizens and the general public

 

Due to Pope Francis’ visit to Chile from January 15-18, the Chilean Government has declared Tuesday, January 16 a public holiday for the Metropolitan Region of Santiago. Consequently, the U.S. Embassy in Santiago will be closed for all Visa interviews and U.S. Citizens services.  Visa aplicants who had a scheduled appointment on that day must reschedule their appointments through their personal accounts on the following link.  https://ais.usvisa-info.com/es-cl/niv. U.S. Citizens in need of assistance may call the emergency number at +56 22 330 3000.

Please be reminded that the Pope’s visit will include stops in Santiago, Temuco and Iquique. The public masses at Parque O’Higgins in Santiago on January 16, at Manquehue Airport in Temuco on January 17, and Campus Lobito in Iquique on January 18 are expected to draw substantial crowds. U.S. citizens should expect extensive delays at border crossings, road closures and restrictions on vehicle traffic, limited public transportation, a heavy police presence, and airport delays. Monitor local media for the latest information about the visit and road closures.

The U.S. Embassy reminds U.S. citizens to maintain situational awareness; large groups and gatherings, in general, present targets for increased criminal or terrorist activity.

 

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