The United States Embassy in the Philippines, along with its visa application center, will not be open on January 1, 2025 (Wednesday), and January 20, 2025 (Monday). These closures are in observance of two significant holidays: New Year’s Day and the birthday of Martin Luther King Jr., a celebrated civil rights leader.
No Appointments on These Days
The US Embassy announced via X (formerly Twitter) that no visa interviews or routine American Citizen Services appointments will be scheduled on these dates. However, they reassured applicants that appointments on other dates will continue as planned.
“Visa and routine American Citizen Services appointments will not be scheduled on these dates,” the Embassy confirmed.
Holiday Closures Highlighted
This update follows an earlier announcement regarding the Embassy’s closure on Christmas Eve, December 24, 2024. The closure was in line with a recent executive order from the White House, which postponed all scheduled visa interviews on that date.
What Should Applicants Do?
Applicants with scheduled appointments around these holidays are advised to double-check their schedules and plan accordingly. If you’re applying for a visa or need consular services, ensure your chosen date is not affected by these closures to avoid delays.
Stay updated by regularly checking announcements from the US Embassy through their official social media accounts and website.
