Overview

• The embassy says it will post only urgent security and protection notices on its X and Facebook accounts.
• Scheduled passport and visa services in the United States and at U.S. embassies and consulates abroad will continue insofar as the situation allows.
• Regular social media activity will not resume until operations in Washington fully restart, the mission said.
• Members of the public are directed to travel.state.gov for current information on services and operational status.
• The shutdown began after lawmakers failed to approve President Donald Trump's spending plan, and the White House has signaled potential long-term layoffs.