U.S. Embassy Suva

Worldwide Caution - Updated Public Health Arrival Restrictions and Enhanced Ebola Disease Screening – May 28, 2026: U.S. citizens and U.S. nationals who have been present in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Uganda, or South Sudan within 21 days of arrival in the United States must only enter through designated airports for enhanced screening.

Review the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) information on what travelers need to know about returning to the United States from DRC, Uganda, and South Sudan for the list of designated airports. The CDC and the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) Customs and Border Protection (CBP) will apply enhanced public health screening at the designated airports in response to the Ebola disease outbreak.

This requirement applies to all U.S. citizen and U.S. national passengers who were present in those countries. Please be prepared for flight changes or cancellations.

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Secretary Rubio on the Quad: "We are deeply committed to this partnership. It is a linchpin and a cornerstone of our global strategy as a nation in the United States."

Full remarks: https://ow.ly/nlXt50Z5ZpT

Our consular sections around the world have seen many Americans run into problems accessing money abroad due to relying on apps. Some common cash transfer apps in the United States do NOT work abroad. If you are traveling outside of the United States make sure you have access to a credit or debit card that works internationally (and have a back-up plan!).

📍🇫🇯 : Fiji's Ministry of Health & Medical Services is monitoring the increasing number of dengue fever cases reported across the country and urges everyone to remain vigilant, especially following recent periods of heavy rainfall and flooding leading the Ministry to officially declare outbreaks in the Western and Central divisions.

🦟 Protect yourself: Use EPA-registered repellent, wear long sleeves/pants, and stay indoors during during peak periods of peak mosquito activity.

🤒 Symptoms include: high fever, headache, pain behind the eyes, muscle/joint aches and flu-like symptoms to include sore throat, nausea/vomiting and rash.

Read more: https://ow.ly/g87o50Z5qR4
📣 U.S. citizens: enroll in STEP for alerts and assistance ➡️ step.state.gov

🇺🇸🎉🇫🇯 Our Embassy vuvale celebrated Girmit and Ratu Sukuna Day this week! Our locally engaged staff shared Fiji's rich cultural heritage and traditions associated with these two important holidays with American staff through traditional food, displays, song, and dance. 🍲🎶💃

Some business activities are allowed while visiting the United States on a B1/B2 visitor visa, such as negotiating business contracts and participating in seminars or conferences. But, receiving payment in the United States or working for a U.S. employer is NOT permitted on a visitor visa, and doing so can have serious consequences for your visa status and future travel. It is your responsibility to use your visa correctly.

📣 The U.S. Embassy in Suva will be closed on Friday, May 29 in observance of Ratu Sir Lala Sukuna Day.

"We’re announcing plans to work with Fiji to advance that country’s port infrastructure. It’ll be the first time that the Quad partners work together on a project, on a port infrastructure project. We believe it will be very successful and that it will serve as a model for other projects in the future." - Marco Rubio, Secretary of State

ANNOUNCEMENT OF QUAD SUPPORT TOWARDS FIJI’S NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT PRIORITIES WELCOMED

The Fiji Government welcomes the announcement made following the Quad Foreign Ministers Meeting, comprising the Secretary of State of the United States of America with the Foreign Ministers of Australia, India and Japan confirming their intention to work together in support of the development of Fiji’s ports.

The development and modernisation of Fiji’s port infrastructure remains a key national priority and is closely aligned with Fiji’s National Development Plan. Consultations between central Government agencies and respective partners are ongoing with the Ministry of Finance leading on the development of Fiji’s Compact with the U.S Government Agency, the Millennium Challenge Corporation.

As efforts are made to improve Fiji’s port efficiency and strengthen the business regulatory environment, the Fiji Government also recognises that improved maritime connectivity and a more efficient port infrastructure will drive regional economic integration and build more resilient and connected Pacific economies.

Fiji welcomes engagement with partners that support Fiji’s long term development priorities and contribute towards improving regional connectivity and shared prosperity across the Pacific.

PC: Fiji Ports Corporation Ltd

🇫🇯🇰🇮 Congratulations to the 49 I-Kiribati students who officially completed their three-week American-style camp in Pacific Harbor! The Millennium Challenge Corporation - MCC Kiribati Threshold Program (UUTI) focuses on boosting future prospects for these bright students. From a Freedom 250 celebration and Cultural Day to an exciting university tour at The University of the South Pacific, it’s been an unforgettable three weeks! Further advancing growth and collaboration across the Indo Pacific.

🇫🇯🇰🇮 Te katekeraoi nakoia 49 ataein Kiribati ake a tia ni kabanea 3 te wiiki n ira te American-style camp i Pacific Harbor. Te MCC Kiribati Threshold Program (UUTI) e boboto iaon kaumakaakia karianako n taai aika ana roko irouia ataei aika wanawana aikai. Man te Inaomata n 250 ni bukamaru ao Bongin te Katei nakon te ingainga n neweabaakin te kuura n reirei ae rietata ae te the University of the South Pacific, e a bon riki bwa te taneiai inanon teniua te wiiki ae eaki kona ni mwaninga te aba!Ibukin kaawakan te rikirake ao te ikarekebai n te Indo Pacific.

American Councils for International Education Kiribati