Information for Travelers

Recent Warden Messages

This page contains the most recent messages sent via e-mail from the American Citizen Services Unit to American citizens registered with the U.S. Embassy in New Delhi. If you are an American citizen and wish to receive these periodic messages directly, you must subscribe to our mailing list by registering with the Embassy here.

Olympic Torch Relay Caution

April 17, 2008

The New Delhi portion of the Olympic Torch Relay will take place on the afternoon of Thursday April 17. Due to a heavy security presence, road closures and crowds, New Delhi Police recommend that non-essential travel be postponed and that alternate routes be used near Raj Path, Vijay Chowk and India Gate. Road closures in this area may begin to appear midday on the 17th but are officially in effect beginning 2pm and are expected to last until 8pm.

The New Delhi police have no specific information about protests in the vicinity of the Chinese embassy but will continue to maintain sizable presence in the area. The current road closures will remain in place. American citizens should monitor news reports to determine the current situation as the day progresses. The Embassy wishes to remind American citizens to avoid crowds as demonstrations in India can occur or escalate spontaneously and pose risks to personal safety.

The Embassy strongly recommends that all American citizens in India register their presence and check for the latest security information on the Department’s Internet website at http://travel.state.gov.

For the latest security information, Americans traveling abroad should regularly monitor the Department’s Internet website at http://travel.state.gov where the current Worldwide Caution Public Announcements can be found. Up-to-date information on security can also be obtained by calling 1-888-407-4747 toll free in the United States, or, for callers outside the United States and Canada, a regular toll line at 1-202-501-4444. These numbers are available from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays).

---The U.S. Embassy in New Delhi is located at Shanti Path, Chanakya puri 110021; telephone +91-11-2419-8000; fax +91-11-2419-8407. The Embassy’s Internet home page address is http://newdelhi.usembassy.gov.
---The U.S. Consulate General in Mumbai is located at Lincoln House, 78 Bhulabhai Desai Road, 400026, telephone +91-22-2363-3611; fax +91-22-2363-0350. Internet home page address is http://mumbai.usconsulate.gov.
---The U.S. Consulate General in Kolkata is at 5/1 Ho Chi Minh Sarani, 700071, telephone +91-33-3984-2400; fax +91-33-2282-2335. The internet home page address is http://kolkata.usconsulate.gov.
---The U.S. Consulate General in Chennai is at 220 Anna Salai, Gemini Circle, 600006, telephone +91-44-2857-4000; fax +91-44-2857-4344. The Internet home page address is http://chennai.usconsulate.gov.

Increases to U.S. Passport Fees and
New Parental Signature Requirements for U.S. Minors

On February 1, 2008, the U.S. Government will increase its fees for certain U.S. citizen passport services. For adult applicants renewing a passport, the total fee will increase to $75. For first-time applicants age 16 and over, the total fee will increase to $100. The fee for minors under 16 years of age will be $85.

Effective February 1, 2008, passport applicants who are U.S. citizen minors under the age of 16 must appear personally with their parents to establish identity, proof of citizenship and proof of relationship. For parental application permission, both parents must appear together and sign, or one parent may appear to sign and submit the other parent’s notarized statement, or one parent may appear, sign, and submit primary evidence of sole authority. Minors age 16 and 17 may apply in person with their own identification, but for security reasons, parental consent may be required. If your child does not have identification of their own, a parent will be required to accompany the child and present identification.

Please refer to the Department of State’s website at www.travel.state.gov for complete information on all new requirements, including downloadable revised forms that must be used as of February 1, and the U.S. Embassy website at http://newdelhi.usembassy.gov, for complete U.S. passport application instructions.

Americans traveling abroad should regularly monitor the U.S. Embassy’s website http://newdelhi.usembassy.gov and the U.S. Department of State's travel website at www.travel.state.gov , where the current Worldwide Caution, Travel Warnings, and Travel Alerts can be found. The U.S. Embassy also encourages U.S. citizens to review to "A Safe Trip Abroad," found at http://travel.state.gov/travel/tips/safety/safety_1747.html , which includes valuable security information for those both living and traveling abroad. In addition to information on the Internet, travelers may obtain up-to-date information on security conditions by calling 1-888-407-4747 toll-free in the U.S. and Canada, or outside the U.S. and Canada on a regular toll line at 1-202-501-4444.

Citizens living and residing in India are advised to register their presence in the country through the U.S. Department of State's automated online registration system, https://travelregistration.state.gov. U.S. citizens may also contact the Consular Section at the U.S. Embassy via e-mail or by calling +91-11-2419-8000. This complete message is available on the Embassy’s website at http://newdelhi.usembassy.gov.

U.S. citizens may contact the American Citizens Services Unit of the Embassy for further information. The telephone number listed below is available 24 hours a day for emergency services.

---The U.S. Embassy in New Delhi is located at Shanti Path, Chanakya puri 110021; telephone +91-11-2419-8000; fax +91-11-2419-8407. The Embassy’s Internet home page address is http://newdelhi.usembassy.gov

ISKCON TEMPLE, VRINDAVAN, UTTAR PRADESH

U.S. Embassy New Delhi
24 January 2008

An article in the local media reports that a threat has been made against the International Society for Krishna Consciousness Society (ISKCON) temple in Vrindavan, Uttar Pradesh. The reported threat notes that a “large number of Americans” frequent the temple. While the credibility of this threat has not yet been determined, Indian security officials are taking this threat seriously. American citizens traveling through Vrindavan, some three hours SE of New Delhi, are advised to avoid the ISKCON temple on January 25 and 26, the dates specifically mentioned in the threat. Those resident in the area should increase their security measures and remain vigilant.

Americans living or traveling in India are encouraged to register with the nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate through the State Department's travel registration web site, https://travelregistration.state.gov/, and to obtain updated information on travel and security within India. Americans without Internet access may register directly with the U.S. Embassy or the nearest Consulate. By registering, American citizens make it easier for the Embassy or Consulate to contact them in case of emergency.

AVIAN INFLUENZA INFORMATION FOR AMERICAN CITIZENS

U.S. Embassy New Delhi
24 January 2008

The United States Mission is monitoring carefully the outbreak of H5N1 Avian Influenza in Eastern India. The Government of India has confirmed that the outbreak is spreading to other districts of the state of West Bengal, and unconfirmed reports have been received from districts near Kolkata. U.S. citizens should monitor local media for developments and the latest information on affected areas so that they can avoid travel to the areas with concentrations of the disease. It is also very important that U.S. citizens follow the advice of local government health officials who are responding to the outbreak.

All U.S. citizens are encouraged to practice good hygiene, such as washing hands, scrupulously cleaning food preparation areas, and fully cooking food. In addition, U.S. citizens are advised to avoid close contact with any fowl, such as chickens and ducks, to stay clear of any sick birds, and to not visit "wet" markets where poultry are slaughtered.

The U.S. Consulate General in Kolkata will host a "town hall" meeting on Friday, January 25, 2008, at 2:30 PM for all U.S. citizens to answer questions regarding Avian Influenza. The meeting will take place in the Lincoln Room at the American Center, located at 38-A, Jawaharlal Nehru Road, Kolkata 700 071.

While it is possible that humans will eventually contract this deadly disease, U.S. citizens in India are reminded that Avian Influenza is primarily a disease of birds. People who have contracted Avian Influenza have generally had close and prolonged contact with infected birds (usually chickens or ducks), their feces, or their blood. Human-to-human transmission has been exceptional, and has been the result of sustained, close contact with the infected individual.

All U.S. citizens should consider their medium-term plans in the unlikely event that Avian Influenza ever becomes a virulent human disease, or pandemic flu. Pandemic planning information is available at www.pandemicflu.gov.

For further information on avian influenza, the U.S. Embassy suggests that you consult the U.S. Department of State's Avian Influenza Fact Sheet at http://travel.state.gov/travel/tips/health/health_1181.htm, and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) web site at http://www.cdc.gov/flu/avian/index.htm. World Health Organization (WHO) guidance related to Avian Influenza is available at http://www.who.int/csr/disease/avian_influenza/en/.
Americans living or traveling in India are encouraged to register with the nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate through the State Department's travel registration web site, https://travelregistration.state.gov/, and to obtain updated information on travel and security within India. Americans without Internet access may register directly with the U.S. Embassy or the nearest Consulate. By registering, American citizens make it easier for the Embassy or Consulate to contact them in case of emergency.

For the latest security information, Americans traveling abroad should regularly monitor the Department’s Internet website at http://travel.state.gov where the current Worldwide Caution Publics Announcements can be found. Up-to-date information on security can also be obtained by calling 1-888-407-4747 toll free in the United States, or, for callers outside the United States and Canada, a regular toll line at 1-202-501-4444. These numbers are available from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays).

U.S. citizens may contact the American Citizens Services Unit of the Embassy or the Consulates General for further information. Each of the telephone numbers listed below is available 24 hours a day for emergency services.
---The U.S. Embassy in New Delhi is located at Shanti Path, Chanakya puri 110021; telephone +91-11-2419-8000; fax +91-11-2419-8407. The Embassy’s Internet home page address is http://newdelhi.usembassy.gov.
---The U.S. Consulate General in Mumbai is located at Lincoln House, 78 Bhulabhai Desai Road, 400026, telephone +91-22-2363-3611; fax +91-22-2363-0350. Internet home page address is http://mumbai.usconsulate.gov.
---The U.S. Consulate General in Kolkata is at 5/1 Ho Chi Minh Sarani, 700071, telephone +91-33-3984-2400; fax +91-33-2282-2335. The internet home page address is http://kolkata.usconsulate.gov.
---The U.S. Consulate General in Chennai is at 220 Anna Salai, Gemini Circle, 600006, telephone +91-44-2857-4000; fax +91-44-2857-4344. The Internet home page address is http://chennai.usconsulate.gov.

Warden Message - Bombings in Uttar Pradesh

U.S. Embassy New Delhi
23 November 2007

Given the serial explosions and tragic loss of life today in the Uttar Pradesh towns of Lucknow, Faizabad and Varanasi, the Embassy urges all Americans in India to maintain vigilance and familiarize themselves with the Safety and Security section of the Consular Information Sheet located on our Embassy website http://newdelhi.usemabssy.gov excerpted below:

SAFETY AND SECURITY: A number of anti-Western terrorist groups (some of which are on the U.S. government's list of foreign terrorist organizations are believed to be active in India, including, but not limited to, Islamic extremist groups such as Harakat ul-Mujahidin, Jaish-e-Mohammed, and Lashkar-e Tayyiba. While historically Jammu and Kashmir have been a focal point of terrorist activity, bomb blasts resulting in deaths and injuries have occurred in public places such as markets, as well as on public transportation such as trains and buses throughout India. Examples of major attacks in recent years include the detonation of explosive devices on a train northwest of Delhi (February 2007), simultaneous attacks on Mumbai commuter trains (July 2006), simultaneous attacks on a train station and places of worship in Varanasi (March 2006), and simultaneous attacks on several markets in New Delhi (October 2005). A number of other terrorist incidents causing fewer casualties have also occurred, including a few in which American citizens were injured. The motive for many of these attacks has not been clearly established, although it is believed that U.S. citizens were not specifically targeted or injured in any of these attacks. Specific areas of concern are addressed under "Areas of Instability."

Beyond the threat from terrorism, demonstrations are also likely to cause disruption. Protests can begin spontaneously and escalate with little warning, disrupting transportation systems and city services and posing risks to travelers' personal safety. In response to such events, Indian authorities occasionally impose curfews and/or restrict travel. U.S. citizens are urged to avoid demonstrations and rallies as they have the potential for violence, especially immediately preceding and following elections. In addition, religious and inter-caste violence is unpredictable and occurs occasionally. In some cases, demonstrators specifically block roads near popular tourist sites in order to gain the attention of Indian authorities, although tourists are rarely attacked in these incidents. Mobs have, however, attacked Indian and American missionaries and social workers as such activity provokes strong reactions in some areas. U.S. citizens should monitor local television and print media and contact the U.S. Embassy or the nearest U.S. Consulate for further information about the current situation in areas where they wish to travel.

The Embassy strongly recommends that all American citizens in India register their presence at http://travel.state.gov.

---The U.S. Consulate General in Mumbai is located at Lincoln House, 78 Bhulabhai Desai Road, 400026, telephone +91-22-2363-3611; fax +91-22-2363-0350. Internet home page address is http://mumbai.usconsulate.gov.

---The U.S. Consulate General in Kolkata is at 5/1 Ho Chi Minh Sarani, 700071, telephone +91-33-3984-2400; fax +91-33-2282-2335. The internet home page address is http://kolkata.usconsulate.gov.

---The U.S. Consulate General in Chennai is at 220 Anna Salai, Gemini Circle, 600006, telephone +91-44-2857-4000; fax +91-44-2857-4344. The Internet home page address is http://chennai.usconsulate.gov.

Warden Message - Cyclone Sidr

November 13, 2007

This Warden Message is to alert U.S. citizens residing or traveling in the Orissa and West Bengal regions of India to Cyclone Sidr, which is in the Bay of Bengal and headed north northwest towards the northern Bay of Bengal and Bangladesh. The Joint Typhoon Warning Center forecasts the cyclone will make landfall sometime later this week and will strengthen as it approaches land. Its winds could reach the equivalent of category 4 hurricane force with wind gusts of up to 225-280 km/h. Urge all U.S. citizens in your area that they should monitor the progress of the storm in local media. Cyclone Sidr can be expected to cause heavy rains, flooding, strong winds, damage to buildings, and other life threatening conditions. Americans in the region should immediately prepare for the possibility that they could be without power and/or communications and unable to move by road for some time if the storm hits their area. Airports and seaports are also likely to be closed should the storm intensify as expected. Americans should carefully monitor all weather advisories and be prepared to seek shelter farther inland.

For additional information on cyclones and hurricanes, their effects, and steps you should take to prepare for a cyclone or hurricane, please see the checklist issued by the State Department’s Bureau of Consular Affairs at http://www.travel.state.gov/travel/cis_pa_tw/hurricane_season/hurricane_season_2915.html. Additional useful links are listed at http://www.travel.state.gov/travel/tips/emergencies/emergencies_1207.html.

The Consular Section of the U.S. Consulate in Kolkata, India, can be reached during regular business hours (M-F, 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.) by telephone at 033-3984-2443; by fax at 033-2282-2335; and by e-mail at consularkolkata@state.gov. After hours, in case of emergency, a duty officer can be reached by calling the Consulate switchboard at 033-3984-2400.

Warden Message - Caution Reminder

Embassy of the United States
New Delhi, India
October 12, 2007

Given the explosion at the revered Dargah Sharif in Ajmer and the recent bombings in Hyderabad, the Embassy urges all Americans to maintain vigilance, particularly during the upcoming period of religious holidays in India, when the risk of terrorist attacks historically increases. U.S. citizens are encouraged to read the Department of State’s Worldwide Caution Announcement of October 9 and familiarize themselves with the Safety and Security section of our Consular Information Sheet. Both are located on our Embassy website http://newdelhi.usembassy.gov.

For the latest security information, Americans traveling abroad should regularly monitor the Department’s Internet website at http://travel.state.gov where the current Worldwide Caution Publics Announcements can be found. Up-to-date information on security can also be obtained by calling 1-888-407-4747 toll free in the United States, or, for callers outside the United States and Canada, a regular toll line at 1-202-501-4444. These numbers are available from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays).

Warden Message Regarding Hyderabad Bombings - August 26, 2007

U.S. Consulate General, Chennai
August 26, 2007

At approximately 8:00 P.M. on August 25^th two explosions in Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh killed over 40 people and injured many more. There are unconfirmed reports that additional explosive devices were found at other locations in Hyderabad. Security has been heightened in cities throughout India, including Chennai and Bangalore, especially at railway stations and airports. While there is no reason to believe American citizens were targeted, the Consulate urges U.S. citizens in Hyderabad and other areas in southern India to exercise caution in their travels and activities.

The Consulate wishes to remind American citizens that demonstrations in India can occur or escalate spontaneously and pose risks to travelers' personal safety. American citizens also should monitor news reports regarding the location of any other disturbances that may occur.

The Consulate strongly recommends that all American citizens in India register their presence and check for the latest security information on the Department's Internet web site at http://travel.state.gov. Those receiving this message are encouraged to urge their U.S. citizen friends and family members in India to register online at https://travelregistration.state.gov/ibrs

Embassy of the United States
New Delhi, India
June 15, 2007

Independence Day Celebration at U.S. Embassy

All American citizens living in or visiting India are invited to attend the Independence Day celebration at the U.S. Embassy!

Date: Saturday, 7 July 2007
Time: 6:00 p.m. - midnight (no admittance after 9:00 p.m.)
Place: ACSA Ballfield (entrance at Gate E, the "ACSA Gate," on Panchsheel Marg across from New Sikkim House, in the Chanakya Puri neighborhood, New Delhi)
Price: Rs. 150 per person (children under 5 admitted for free)

Gates will open at 5:30 p.m. A formal presentation, including welcoming remarks from Ambassador David C. Mulford, will take place from 7:00 - 7:30 p.m. Entry to the ACSA ballfield will be restricted during this presentation, so please arrive early! There will be carnival games, fireworks, special commemorative T-shirts for sale, and more! Those attending will be able to purchase coupons for food and drinks.

Admission Guidelines: This party is open ONLY to American citizens and their immediate family members. An "immediate" family member means (i) for American citizen adults, your spouse and children, or (ii) for American citizen minors, your parents and brothers & sisters. Unfortunately, extended family members such as cousins, aunts & uncles, grandparents, etc. who are not American citizens are not permitted to attend this party. Every person attending must bring his/her passport.

Tickets & RSVP Instructions: You can buy tickets at the door, but ONLY if you R.S.V.P. in advance by sending the following information for each member of your family group via e-mail to acsnd@state.gov no later than Tuesday, July 3:

* Name
* Nationality
* Passport number
* If you are not an American citizen, your relationship to the American in your group

If you wish to buy tickets in advance, you can do so beginning on June 25 at the American Citizen Services Unit at the U.S. Embassy's Consular Section (enter at Gate 6 on Nyaya Marg, hours 10 - 12 and 2 - 3:30) or at the ACSA gift shop (ACSA members only please).

Questions? Ask Betsy, Sherry or Mukesh by calling 2419-8316, or by writing to acsnd@state.gov.

U.S. Embassy New Delhi
May 30, 2007

Rajasthan Highway Closures

Several important highways in the state of Rajasthan have been closed due to ongoing riots by Gujjars, an ethnic group protesting against exclusion from certain government benefits. The affected locations include highways frequented by tourists in Eastern Rajasthan, including the main highway between Jaipur and Agra, the main highway (National Highway No. 8) between Jaipur and Delhi, and local highways near popular tourist areas such as the Sariska Tiger Reserve and Ranthambhore National Park. There have been no reports of violence, however, in the city of Jaipur, nor have there been any reports of disturbances affecting travel by air into or out of Jaipur. Similarly, there have been no reports of disturbances in Agra, or in Western parts of Rajasthan (including Udaipur, Jodhpur, Jaisalmer and other cities frequented by tourists).

American citizens planning travel to and from Jaipur and nearby areas in Eastern Rajasthan are advised to postpone travel by road until order is established by Indian authorities. Travelers should monitor news reports regarding the location of any other disturbances that may occur. Road closures and other security measures may be imposed at any time by Indian authorities, causing inconvenience to travelers. The Embassy wishes to remind American citizens that demonstrations in India can occur or escalate spontaneously and pose risks to travelers' personal safety.

For the latest security information, Americans traveling abroad should regularly monitor the Department's Internet web site at http://travel.state.gov where the current Worldwide Caution Public Announcement, Travel Warnings and other Public Announcements can be found. Up to date information on security can also be obtained by calling 1-888-407-4747 toll free in the United States, or, for callers outside the United States and Canada, a regular toll line at 1-202-501-4444. These numbers are available from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays). Americans are also encouraged to read the Consular Information Sheet for India, available on the Embassy’s website at http://newdelhi.usembassy.gov, and also at http://travel.state.gov.

U.S. citizens may contact the American Citizens Services Unit of the Embassy or the Consulates General for further information. Each of the telephone numbers listed below is available 24 hours a day for emergency services.
-- The U.S. Embassy in New Delhi is located at Shanti Path, Chanakya Puri 110021; telephone +91-11-2419-8000; fax +91-11-2419-8407. The Embassy's Internet home page address is http://newdelhi.usembassy.gov.
-- The U.S. Consulate General in Mumbai (Bombay) is located at Lincoln House, 78 Bhulabhai Desai Road, 400026, telephone +91-22-2363-3611; fax +91-22-2363-0350. Internet home page address is http://mumbai.usconsulate.gov.
-- The U.S. Consulate General in Kolkata (Calcutta) is at 5/1 Ho Chi Minh Sarani, 700071; telephone +91-33-3984-2400; fax +91-33-2282-2335. The Internet home page address is http://kolkata.usconsulate.gov.
-- The U.S. Consulate General in Chennai (Madras) is at 220 Anna Salai, Gemini Circle, 600006, telephone +91-44-2857-4000; fax +91-44-2857-4344. The Internet home page address is http://chennai.usconsulate.gov.

April 10, 2007

Worldwide Caution - Public Announcement

This Public Announcement updates information on the continuing threat of terrorist actions and violence against Americans and interests overseas. This supersedes the Worldwide Caution dated October 11, 2006 and expires on October 9, 2007.

The Department of State remains concerned about the continued threat of terrorist attacks, demonstrations and other violent actions against U.S. citizens and interests overseas. Current information suggests that al-Qaida and affiliated organizations continue to plan terrorist attacks against U.S. interests in multiple regions, including Europe, Asia, Africa and the Middle East. These attacks may employ a wide variety of tactics to include assassinations, kidnappings, hijackings and bombings.

Ongoing events in Iraq and elsewhere in the Middle East have resulted in demonstrations and associated violence in several countries. Americans are reminded that demonstrations and rioting can occur with little or no warning.

In August 2006, British authorities arrested a significant number of extremists engaged in a plot to destroy multiple passenger aircraft flying from the United Kingdom to the United States. The September 2006 attack on the U.S. Embassy in Syria and the March 2006 bombing near the U.S. Consulate in Karachi, Pakistan illustrate the continuing desire of extremists to strike American targets.

Extremists may elect to use conventional or non-conventional weapons, and target both official and private interests. The bomb attacks targeting buses carrying foreign workers in March 2007 and December 2006 in Algeria, a series of bombings in Thailand in May and September 2006 that targeted commercial and tourist destinations in the far south, and the bombings in the the Egyptian resort town of Dahab in April 2006 all illustrate how terrorists exploit vulnerabilities associated with soft targets. Additional examples of such targets include high-profile sporting events, residential areas, business offices, clubs, restaurants, places of worship, schools, public areas and locales where Americans gather in large numbers, including during holidays. Financial or economic targets of value may also be considered as possible venues; the vehicle-based suicide attack on an oil facility near Mukalla and Marib in Yemen in September 2006 and the failed attack on the Abqaiq oil processing facility in Saudi Arabia in late February 2006 are such examples.

In the wake of the August 2006 plot against aircraft in London, numerous terrorist attacks on trains in India in 2006, the July 2005 London Underground bombings, and the March 2004 train attacks in Madrid, Americans are reminded of the potential for terrorists to attack public transportation systems. In addition, extremists may also select aviation and maritime services as possible targets.

U.S. citizens are strongly encouraged to maintain a high level of vigilance, be aware of local events, and take the appropriate steps to bolster their personal security. For additional information, please refer to “A Safe Trip Abroad” found at http://travel.state.gov.

U.S. Government facilities worldwide remain at a heightened state of alert. These facilities may temporarily close or periodically suspend public services to assess their security posture. In those instances, U.S. embassies and consulates will make every effort to provide emergency services to U.S. citizens. Americans abroad are urged to monitor the local news and maintain contact with the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate.

As the Department continues to develop information on any potential security threats to U.S. citizens overseas, it shares credible threat information through its Consular Information Program documents, available on the Internet at http://travel.state.gov. In addition to information on the Internet, travelers may obtain up-to-date information on security conditions by calling 1-888-407-4747 toll-free in the U.S. or outside the U.S. and Canada on a regular toll line at 1-202-501-4444.

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U.S. citizens may contact the American Citizens Services Unit of the Embassy or the Consulates General for further information. Each of the telephone numbers listed below is available 24 hours a day for emergency services. (The “+” sign refers to your international access code, which is 011 if dialing from the United States or 00 from most other countries.)

-- The U.S. Embassy in New Delhi is located at Shanti Path, Chanakya Puri 110021; telephone +91-11-2419-8000; fax +91-11-2419-8407. The Embassy's Internet home page address is http://newdelhi.usembassy.gov.
-- The U.S. Consulate General in Mumbai (Bombay) is located at Lincoln House, 78 Bhulabhai Desai Road, 400026, telephone +91-22-2363-3611; fax +91-22-2363-0350. Internet home page address is http://mumbai.usconsulate.gov.
-- The U.S. Consulate General in Kolkata (Calcutta) is at 5/1 Ho Chi Minh Sarani, 700071; telephone +91-33-3984-2400; fax +91-33-2282-2335. The Internet home page address is http://kolkata.usconsulate.gov.
-- The U.S. Consulate General in Chennai (Madras) is at 220 Anna Salai, Gemini Circle, 600006, telephone +91-44-2857-4000; fax +91-44-2857-4344. The Internet home page address is http://chennai.usconsulate.gov.

U.S. Embassy New Delhi
February 23, 2007

IRS Representative to Visit New Delhi

A representative of the United States Internal Revenue Service (IRS) will visit New Delhi on Thursday, March 8 and Friday, March 9 to assist U.S. citizens, U.S. permanent residents and other taxpayers with questions relating to their U.S. income tax obligations. The representative will be hosting a Town Hall meeting open to the public, and will also accept individual appointments.

Town Hall Meeting:

Date: Thursday, March 8, 2006
Time: 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Location: U.S. Embassy Auditorium (Enter via the Visa Gate (Gate 6) on Nyaya Marg, Chanakya Puri, New Delhi)

If you wish to attend the Town Hall meeting, please call (011) 2419-8000, extension 8562 or 4249 or 4040, or send an e-mail message to acsnd@state.gov. Please provide the name(s) of the person(s) who plan to attend. Please plan to bring photo identification (such as a U.S. or Indian passport) to the meeting.

Individual Appointments:

The IRS representative will be available for individual appointments on the afternoon of Thursday, March 8 and both the morning and afternoon of Friday, March 9. Individual appointment times will be limited to 15 minutes each. If you wish to make an appointment, please be prepared to address specific questions regarding your U.S. tax obligations. The IRS representative will not complete your tax return for you.

To make an individual appointment for a meeting with the IRS representative, please call (011) 2419-8000, extension 8562 or 4249 or 4040, or send an e-mail message to acsnd@state.gov. These meetings will take place in the American Citizen Services Unit of the U.S. Embassy, located in Chanakya Puri in New Delhi. Please enter via the Visa Gate (Gate 6) on Nyaya Marg.

Deadline for filing 2006 Form 1040:

The regular deadline for calendar year filers of Form 1040 is April 15. However, certain U.S. citizens or residents living overseas can take advantage of an automatic 2-month extension to file and pay any taxes owed. To determine whether you are eligible for the 2-month extension, please read IRS Publication 54 “Tax Guide for U.S. Citizens and Resident Aliens Abroad,” available on the IRS’ website at www.irs.gov. This publication and many other IRS forms and publications are also available for pick up at the American Citizen Services Unit of the U.S. Embassy in New Delhi.

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