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Secretary Clinton in Los Cabos

February 20, 2012 - Secretary Clinton addressed Mexican and international media, and thanked Mexico for putting together an important and informative gathering.
Consul talks about Martin Luther King

On January 25, Consul General of the United States in Matamoros Michael Barkin gave a talk entitled "Martin Luther King: His Life and Citizen Participation" at the Municipal Library Juan B. Tijerina.
Ambassador Wayne visits Matamoros

U.S. Ambassador to Mexico Anthony Wayne met with officials, business leaders, and students in his first visit to Matamoros.
Consulate’s EcoFeria colors the XHAB 10K Race green

The U.S. Consulate General in Matamoros took part in the 2012 Environmental Fair (Eco Feria 2012) on April 10 in Matamoros' central square.

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Ask the Consul

Ask the Consul is a weekly newspaper column published by the Consul General in which we answer common visa questions and concerns

Security Announcements

This section lists all current Security Announcements from the U.S. Consulate General in Matamoros about our consular district and also those issued by the U.S. Department of State regarding Mexico and worldwide notifications.

Visa Processing Fees Changed on April 13, 2012

Effective April 13, 2012, the Department of State has adjusted visa processing fees. The fees for most nonimmigrant visa applications and Border Crossing Cards has increased, while all immigrant visa processing fees have decreased.

News

Emergency Message to U.S. Citizens: Matamoros Gun Battle Over (May 7, 2012)

At 1:58 p.m. on Monday, May 07, 2012, the U.S. Consulate General Matamoros sent a Twitter message warning of an ongoing gun battle reported in the Plaza Fiesta, As the gun battle continued, a previous emergency message to American citizens was also sent out warning of the imminent threat, As of 3:10 p.m. the gun battle is reported over and Mexican authorities have the area under control.
Emergency Message for U.S. Citizens: Ongoing Gun Battle in Matamoros (May 7, 2012)

At 1:58 p.m. on Monday, May 07, 2012, the U.S. Consulate General Matamoros sent the following Twitter message warning of an ongoing gun battle reported in the city of Matamoros.
Emergency Message for U.S. Citizens Regarding Increased Security Incidents in Ciudad Victoria (March 31, 2012)

The United States Consulate General in Matamoros advises U.S. citizens of a recent increase in security incidents in Ciudad Victoria, the capital city of the state of Tamaulipas.
Travel Warning for Mexico (February 8, 2012)

The Department of State has issued this Travel Warning to inform U.S. citizens about the security situation in Mexico. General information on the overall security situation is provided immediately below. For information on security conditions in specific regions of Mexico, which can vary, travelers should reference the state-by-state assessments further below.
Worldwide Caution (January 24, 2012)

The Department of State has issued this Worldwide Caution to update information on the continuing threat of terrorist actions and violence against U.S. citizens and interests throughout the world. U.S. citizens are reminded to maintain a high level of vigilance and to take appropriate steps to increase their security awareness.
Emergency Message for U.S. Citizens – Bus Attacks in northern Veracruz (December 22, 2011)

Early in the morning of December 22, several vehicles, including three ordinary passenger buses, were attacked with gunfire in northern Veracruz state, resulting in several deaths. One of these buses was traveling on Highway 105 between the municipalities of Panuco and Tempoal.
Emergency Message to U.S. Citizens about Recent Carjackings in Matamoros (December 15, 2011)

The United States Consulate General in Matamoros advises U.S. Citizens about carjackings that recently occurred in neighborhoods in the north of Matamoros.
Call and Ask the Consul

The Consulate of the United States in Matamoros in collaboration with Telemundo Channel 40 from McAllen, Texas hosted last Tuesday November 8, a five hour Telethon during which the audience was able to call and ask questions regarding the services the Consulate General offers to the general public.
Consul held conference commemorating the 64 anniversary of the United Nations.

On October 24, Consul General of the United States in Matamoros Michael Barkin gave a conference to 60 students from the University Valle de Mexico, Campus Matamoros commemorating the 64th anniversary of the United Nations.
Consulate donates books to encourage reading

Matamoros, Tamaulipas. October 24, 2011 --- Principal Officer Michael Barkin donated 80 books by well-known American authors to Josefa Ortiz de Dominguez Elementary School’s library on behalf of the U.S. Consulate in Matamoros.
Binational Mural Art Workshop

On October 1, 2011, the Consulate General of the United States in Matamoros in coordination with the City of Matamoros and the collaboration of the Museum of Brownsville and the Diego Rivera Foundation held the closing ceremony of the Workshop Binational Mural Art at the Municipal Library Juan B. Tijerina.
U.S. Ambassador Presents Credentials to President Calderon

The Honorable Earl Anthony Wayne presented to President Felipe Calderon Hinojosa his credentials as Ambassador of the United States of America to the United Mexican States. Ambassador Wayne arrived in Mexico on Saturday, September 10, and prior to going to Los Pinos called on External Relations Secretary Patricia Espinosa to present a copy of his credentials. Ambassador Wayne's Biography »