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Important Notice about Birth Registrations
The Department of State is pleased to announce the introduction of a redesigned Consular Report of Birth Abroad (CRBA, or Form FS-240). The redesigned CRBA, which is an official record confirming that...
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The Bremen Consular Agency is moving!
The Bremen Consular Agency will be moving within Bremen to a site near the airport. This new site is readily accessible by public transportation and parking is available. More information will be...
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Christmas Markets in Germany
In many towns in Germany, Advent, the four weeks leading up to Christmas, is usually celebrated with festive Christmas markets. The German term for Christmas market is “Weihnachtsmarkt” or...
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Safety Tips for Suspicious Packages
The mail bomb incident at Deutsche Bank last week might have people wondering what they can do to detect suspicious mail. The[...]
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State Department Info in the Palm of Your Hand
There is a new application from the U.S. State Department that puts the latest in foreign policy news and video at your fingertips. This official U.S. State Department app features entries from the...
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Voting in the 2012 Elections
2012 marks an important election year in the United States. The Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act (UOCAVA) covers you while you reside overseas, and assists you in exercising your...
View ArticleLow Emission Zones in Germany
Beginning January 1st, 2012, only vehicles displaying green emission stickers will be allowed to enter the city of Frankfurt and other cities throughout Germany’s low emission zones. Other[...]
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Dreaming of a White Christmas?
Given the recent snowfall throughout the country, we wondered, “What are[...]
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New Year’s Traditions in Germany: Neujahrsbraeuche
In the U.S. we often celebrate New Year’s Eve with champagne, singing Auld Lang Syne or watching the crystal ball drop on TV in Times Square. In Germany there are other traditions for New Year’s Eve,...
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Register and Request your Ballot for upcoming Primaries
Voters from these States should visit the FVAP.gov web portal to register and request their absentee ballot for the February, March, and April 2012 Presidential Preference Primaries (P) and State...
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Hamburg: American Citizen Services Day February 27, 2012
The American Citizen Services unit will hold an ACS Outreach Day on Monday February 27, 2012 at the Consulate General in Hamburg (Alsterufer 27/28; 20354 Hamburg). We will be accepting[...]
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Get Out the Vote! A Message from Ambassador Phillip Murphy
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American Citizen Services Outreach in Düsseldorf
The American Citizen Services unit will be holding a special ACS Outreach Day at the Consulate General in Düsseldorf on Thursday, March 15 from 10:00-14:00. Check out[...]
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Do You Live in the Stuttgart Area and Need American Citizen Services?
The American Citizen Services unit will be holding a special ACS Outreach Day at the German-American Center in Stuttgart on Tuesday, March 20 from 10:00-12:00. Check[...]
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TAX TIME: Tips and New Info
Do you own property overseas or have foreign financial accounts? If so, a new form may[...]
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VOTING WORKSHOP
The U.S. Consulate General Frankfurt will host a Voting Workshop, to train group leaders, on Monday, April 2, 2012 from 9-11 am in the chapel. Representatives from the Federal Voting Assistance Program...
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German Easter Traditions
Germans, like Americans, celebrate with an Easter bunny, or Osterhase, delivering eggs and an Easter egg hunt. The Easter Rabbit tradition is believed to originate in Germany, with the first mention in...
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Have a Great Memorial Day Weekend!
Memorial Day was first commemorated in both the North and South of the U.S. in 1866 in honor of the soldiers killed in the U.S. Civil War. In 1868, General Jonathan Logan, commander of the Grand Army...
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Happy 4th of July!
Do you know which country was the first to recognize the United States as an independent country? (Scroll down for answer) The Fourth of July celebrates the United States of America’s birthday and the...
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American Citizen Information Day – Munich
U.S. Consulate General Munich is hosting an American Citizens Open House Saturday, July 21 for Americans and their families living in Bavaria. During the open house, you will be able to find out more...
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Summer Events and Festivals throughout Germany
Summer Events and Festivals throughout Germany As summer in Germany comes to an end, take advantage of the many events going on throughout the country. From wine festivals to auto shows, Germany offers...
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Watch out for Scams!
Germany is generally recognized as a safe place with a strong police force, low corruption and fair justice system. However, as in most places in the world, both residents and visitors should take...
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American Citizen Services Outreach in Düsseldorf
The American Citizen Services unit will be holding a special ACS Outreach Day at the Consulate General in Düsseldorf on Tuesday, September 18 from 10:00-14:00.[...]
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Oktoberfest in Munich
Among the most famous events in Germany is Oktoberfest, one of the largest fairs in the world with five million people attending every year. Oktoberfest is a 16-day event in Munich beginning in...
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Personal Security
In light of recent unrest in the world, we would like to remind everyone to be mindful of your personal security. We encourage travelers and residents alike to be aware of their surroundings and report...
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Munich Passport Renewal and Voter Registration Event
Elections are coming up - do you need help voting? Is your child’s passport about to expire, and you haven’t had time to make it to the Consulate? Do you miss Halloween? If so, please[...]
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Voting FAQs
We have received quite a few questions in the last few days about voting in November’s election. Here are a few answers to your last minute voting questions.
View ArticleTips for Americans Playing Professional Sports in Germany
Every year many talented athletes from the United States come to Germany to play professional or semi-professional sports. Some athletes have agents who take care of their residency permits for...
View ArticleIRS Phishing Scams
Has the IRS tried to contact you recently? There is another phishing scam going around. Americans have reported that they are receiving e-mails purporting to be from the Internal Revenue Service, which...
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