Security Alert – U.S. Embassy Prague, Czech Republic (August 31, 2023)

Location: Letna Stadium (Sparta’s Epet Arena) Event: Today, August 31, 1900 hrs, a soccer match between Sparta Praha and Dinamo Zagreb is expected to draw over ten thousand energetic spectators. The police will have significant resources deployed in the vicinity of the stadium.  Czech authorities are prepared for the possibility of violence and/or disruptive behavior before …

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Security Alert – U.S. Embassy Prague, Czech Republic

Location: Generali Arena (Letna Stadium) Event: Tomorrow, August 15 at 7:00 pm, a soccer match between Sparta and FC Copenhagen is expected to draw over ten thousand spectators.  The police will ensure significant coverage in the vicinity of the stadium.  Czech authorities are prepared for the possibility of violence and/or disruptive behavior.  Traffic delays are …

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Regional Federal Benefits Unit Available at the American Center

The regional Federal Benefits Unit will be available at the American Center, Tržiště 13, Prague 1 to accept applications for Social Security cards, claims for Social Security retirement benefits, benefits for spouses, children, survivors as well as discuss individual cases and answer questions on: Tuesday September 19, 9-11.30am,1-4pm Wednesday September 20, 9-11.30am,1-4pm Thursday September 21, 9-11.30am, …

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Demonstration Alert: U.S. Embassy Prague, Czech Republic

Location: Across from the U.S. Embassy at 15 Trziste Street Event: On Tuesday, May 23, from 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm a demonstration is expected to take place across the street from the U.S. Embassy with approximately 100 participants.  The demonstration is organized by “Czech Peace Movement” to express dissatisfaction with the signing of the Defense …

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Brno Special Event for U.S. Citizens

All U.S. Citizens residing in or traveling through Brno are cordially invited to join representatives from U.S. Embassy Prague for a special event on Tuesday, May 2, 2023 from 14:00-17:00 at the Moravian library/American center, Kounicova 65a, Brno There, you may: Renew your U.S. Passport Register the birth of your newborn U.S. child Notarize documents …

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Special Event for U.S. Citizens in Olomouc

All U.S. Citizens residing in or traveling through Olomouc are cordially invited to join representatives from U.S. Embassy Prague for a special event on Thursday, March 2, 2023 from 13:00-16:00, at the American Center. There, you may: Renew your U.S. Passport Register the birth of your newborn U.S. child Notarize documents Learn about U.S. visas …

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Alert: Public Gatherings – Demonstration on November 17

Event:  On November 17, Czechs commemorate student demonstrations under the Nazi occupation in 1939 and against the Communist regime in 1989. Several events, including Korzo Narodni, will take place around the city. One of the large events will include a march to Wenceslas Square.  Travelers may experience traffic or public transportation delays due to road closures, crowds …

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Demonstration Alert: U.S. Embassy Prague, Czech Republic

Location: Vaclavske namesti, Prague; Locations in Brno, Pilsen, Liberec, and other cities. Event: On Wednesday, September 28, 2022 from 1400 to 1900 the “Czech Republic First” group will hold a demonstration to protest rising energy costs and dissatisfaction with the current government.  Similar recent demonstrations have drawn tens of thousands of protestors. Similar demonstrations have been announced for other …

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Regional Federal Benefits Unit Available at the American Center

Join us on Friday, September 9, 2022, at the American Center, Trziste 13, Praha 1 (50m from the U.S. Embassy).  Representatives from the Federal Benefits Unit in Warsaw, Poland and Social Security Administration Office in Frankfurt, Germany will present an informative session from 10:00 a.m to 11:00 a.m. After the session, representatives will be available for individual …

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Demonstration Alert – U.S. Embassy Prague, Czech Republic

Location: Vaclavske namesti and Malostranske namesti, Prague Event: From Monday, August 29 to Friday, September 2, demonstrations are scheduled to take place on Malostranske namesti.  The demonstrators are seeking to express their dissatisfaction with the Czech government.  The number of demonstrators on Malostranske namesti will vary throughout the week, with larger numbers expected in the afternoons.  The police will …

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U.S. Embassy Prague is Now Accepting Online Fee Payments for Adult U.S. Passport Renewal

U.S. Embassy Prague is pleased to announce the launch of online fee payments for adult U.S. passport renewal applications. Paying online allows you to mail your application to the U.S. Embassy without the need to apply in person. Qualifying adult passport renewal applicants may pay the $130 passport renewal fee online via U.S. or international …

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Worldwide Caution: Al-Qa’ida Leader’s Death

On July 31, 2022, the United States conducted a precision counterterrorism strike in Afghanistan that killed Ayman al-Zawahiri, Osama bin Laden’s deputy and successor as leader of al-Qa’ida.  Al- Zawahiri was one of the masterminds of the attacks against the United States on September 11, 2001, and had continued to urge his followers to attack …

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Security Alert – U.S. Embassy Prague, Czech Republic

Location: Prague, Czech Republic Event: Crowds have returned to Prague, and with crowds comes an increase in petty crime. The Czech Republic is a relatively safe environment for visitors. However, local pickpockets and bag-snatchers target western tourists. For this reason, you should view Prague as you would any large U.S. city and practice common sense security …

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Passport Fee Increase

From December 27, the fee for all U.S. passport books will increase by $20. The increased fee is necessary to ensure we continue to produce one of the most secure travel and identity documents in the world. To calculate the current fees required for your passport application, see: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/passports/how-apply/fees/fee-calculator.html . For information on how to make …

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Virtual Voting Assistance

The Federal Voting Assistance Program (FVAP) is offering recurring virtual voting assistance via Zoom for the next two weeks to provide direct support to overseas citizens. Voters can participate in any of the meetings and speak with an FVAP voting Ambassador who can answer questions about absentee voting, including inquiries about the FPCA and FWAB …

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Message for U.S. Citizens – Don’t Let the Elections Pass You By!

If you plan to vote in the November 2020 election it is important to ACT NOW!  Don’t wait, return your voted ballot right away! Remember U.S. embassies and consulates are not polling places; same-day in-person voting is not available outside the United States – but you can get assistance in requesting and returning your absentee ballot.  Many states require …

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Absentee Voting Week is September 27-October 4

Be an Active Voter by taking the necessary steps to vote in the 2020 U.S. elections and participating in Absentee Voting Week! In some states, voter registration and ballot request deadlines for the November 2020 are as early as October 5th. Whether you are a first-time voter or have already received ballots and voted absentee in …

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US Embassy Prague Donates FFP-3 Masks to the Military Hospital

Office of Defense Cooperation Prague utilized funds via the Department of Defense Overseas Humanitarian Assistance Program to procure $30,000 worth of FFP-3 masks for COVID first responders in the Czech Republic. These masks, purchased locally from Blyth Workwear in Prague 10, were donated to the Military University Hospital Prague. Military Hospital in Prague is an …

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Closure Alert – U. S. Embassy Prague, Czech Republic

Event:  The U.S. Embassy in Prague will be closed on Friday, July 3, 2020 in observance of U.S. Independence Day and Monday, July 6, 2020 in observance of the Czech State holiday honoring Jan Hus. Actions to Take:  U.S. Citizens with emergencies in the Czech Republic should call +420 257 022 000.  The U.S. Embassy urges U.S. citizens to enroll in the  Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP)  to receive …

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July 4th Voting Message

Location:  Czech Republic Event: Celebrate democracy this 4th of July by taking the necessary steps to vote in the 2020 U.S. elections! In order to vote in the November 2020 elections, all overseas U.S. citizens need to have completed a  Federal Post Card Application (FPCA)  in 2020.  Whether you are a first-time voter or have already received ballots and voted absentee in …

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Demonstration Alert – Prague, Czech Republic

Location: Announced gathering points include, but are not limited to, the following areas in Prague, Czech Republic: U.S. Embassy – The U.S. Embassy is located at Trziste 15, Prague 1. Staromeske Namesti – The Old Town Square will be a gathering point for demonstration participants. Charles Bridge – Demonstrators plan to move from Old Town Square to the U.S. Embassy via …

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The U.S. Embassy in Prague will be Closed on Monday, May 25, 2020

Event:  The U.S. Embassy in Prague will be closed on Monday, May 25, 2020 in observance of U.S. Memorial Day. Actions to Take:  U.S. Citizens in with emergencies in the Czech Republic should call +420 257 022 000.  The U.S. Embassy urges U.S. citizens to enroll in the  Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP)  to receive alerts and ensure you can be located in an emergency.  …

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Closure Alert – U. S. Embassy Prague, Czech Republic

Event:  The U.S. Embassy in Prague will be closed on Friday, May 1 and Friday, May 8, 2020 in observance of local Czech holidays. Actions to Take:  U.S. Citizens in with emergencies in the Czech Republic should call +420 257 022 000.  The U.S. Embassy urges U.S. citizens to enroll in the  Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP)  to receive alerts and ensure you can be …

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Closure Alert – Czech Easter Holidays

Closure Alert – U. S. Embassy Prague, Czech Republic April 9, 2020 Location:  U.S. Embassy in Prague Event:  The U.S. Embassy in Prague will be closed on Friday, April 10 and Monday, April 13, 2020 in observance of the Czech Easter holidays. Actions to Take:  U.S. Citizens with emergencies should call +420 257 022 000. Assistance: U.S. …

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Passport Services Alert

U. S. Embassy Prague, Czech Republic  April 8, 2020 Passport Services Alert – U. S. Embassy Prague, Czech Republic Location:  Czech Republic Event:  Current Status of Passport Applications for Americans Overseas Because of public health measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19, effective March 20, 2020, the U.S Department of State began limiting its passport operations.  Effective April …

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Facebook LIVE Chat for U.S. Citizens!

Facebook LIVE Chat for U.S. Citizens! U.S. Embassy Prague, Czech Republic March 17, 2020   Full video from our Virtual Town Hall for US Citizens is now available on U.S. Embassy Prague Facebook .   Location:  Czech Republic Event:  Please join Consul Kimberly Atkinson on March 18, 2020 at 1400 CET in a Facebook LIVE Chat regarding the ongoing …

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Information on the Presidential Proclamation on U.S. Travel Restrictions

As a result of the amendment to the January 31, 2020, presidential proclamation, the United States government imposed the following additional entry requirements that take effect March 13, 2020, after 11:59 p.m. ET. Presidential proclamation: Any U.S. citizen or lawful U.S. permanent resident returning to the United States who has traveled to one of the …

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Security Alert: Heightened Middle East Tensions

Location:  Czech Republic, countrywide Event: Heightened Middle East Tensions There is heightened tension in the Middle East that may result in security risks to U.S. citizens abroad. The Embassy will continue to review the security situation and will provide additional information as needed.   Actions to Take: Keep a low profile. Be aware of your surroundings. Stay …

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Calling all U.S. Citizens in Plzeň!

All U.S. Citizens currently residing in, or traveling through, Plzeň are cordially invited to join representatives from U.S. Embassy Prague on Wednesday, December 11, 2019 from 13:00 – 14:30 at Univerzitní kavárna Družba, located at Sedláčkova 216/19, Plzeň. At this informal meetup event, you will have a chance to: Volunteer to serve as a Citizen Liaison Volunteer (CLV) as part of the …

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Calling all U.S. Citizens in Ostrava!

All U.S. Citizens currently residing in, or traveling through, Ostrava are cordially invited to join representatives from U.S. Embassy Prague on Thursday, November 21, 2019 from 13:00 – 15:00, at the American Corner, located inside the Knihovna města Ostravy (Public Library of Ostrava), 28. října 2, 702 00. At our Town Hall, you will have a chance to: Renew your U.S. …

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Calling all U.S. Citizens in České Budějovice!

All U.S. Citizens in České Budějovice are cordially invited to join representatives from U.S. Embassy Prague for routine Consular Services on Tuesday, October 15, 2019 from 14:00 – 16:00, at Gymnázium Jírovcova, located at Jírovcova 8, České Budějovice, 37161. At Gymnázium Jírovcova, you will have a chance to: Renew your U.S. Passport Meet our Chief …

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Don’t wait, return your completed absentee ballot right away!

Your vote counts! Did you know that many U.S. elections for house and senate have been decided by a margin smaller than the number of ballots cast by absentee voters? All states are required to count every absentee ballot as long as it is valid and reaches local election officials by the absentee ballot receipt deadline. …

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Regional Federal Benefits Unit Available at the American Center

The regional Federal Benefits Unit will be available to discuss individual cases and answer questions on Social Security and other federal benefits at the American Center in Prague, Tržiště 13 on Monday September 12 , 9.00-11.30am, 1-4pm Tuesday September 13, 9.00-11.30am, 1-4pm Wednesday September 14, 9.00 – 11.30am, 1-4pm Thursday September 15, 9.00-11.30am Please email us at …

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