Consular Affairs: American Citizen Services

The American Citizen Services (ACS) section of the Consular Section provides information and assistance to American citizens in British Columbia and the Yukon Territory. American Citizens Services are divided between Passport services and Special Consular Services. Please see the relevant section for further information.

Travel Alert - Worldwide Caution:
This Worldwide Caution updates information on the continuing threat of terrorist actions and violence against Americans and interests throughout the world. American citizens are reminded to maintain a high level of vigilance and to take appropriate steps to increase their security awareness. [Full Text].

H1N1 Influenza (Flu)
The United States, Canada and Mexico continue to work together with international organizations in actively monitoring the H1N1 flu outbreak. For additional and latest information, please visit: http://www.flu.gov/
Related: [travel alerts][President Obama's remarks September 1, 2009] .

Security Notice
Electronic devices, such as Blackberries, iPods, or cell phones, are not allowed in the Consulate. In addition, all personal belongings require security screening. Applicants with excessive belongings will experience considerable delays and risk missing their interview.
More information.

Closures
Please be advised that the consular section will be closed to the public on the third Wednesday of every month for staff development. This includes the visa unit, american citizen services and notarial services. No items will be available for pick up.
Services will resume the next business day.
If there is an emergency regarding a U.S. Citizen please call 604-685-4311.
We regret any inconvenience.
PLEASE PLAN ACCORDINGLY.

Mailing Address:

United States Consulate General
1095 W. Pender Street
Vancouver, BC V6E 2M6

Telephone:

Recorded information is available on 604 685 4311, 24 hours a day.

In the case of a life or death emergency involving a United States citizen, call 604 685 4311. A Duty Officer is available 24 hours a day.

Email

We can be reached via email at VancouverACS@state.gov.