If you are interested in new developments in Bulgaria or if you would like to invest in worthy initiatives – then join RE:TURN – a series of events on the U.S. West Coast featuring leading changemakers of the Bulgarian start-up and philanthropic scene. Meet former President Rossen Plevneliev, Vassil Terziev, Nancy Schiller, Evgeny Angelov, Bogomil Balkansky, Dafina ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 21 February, 2019 | Topics:
News
| Tags: RE:TURN
A ceremony for awarding the winners at the National Competition for Creative Writing in English took place on February 16, 2019 at the American University in Blagoevgrad. Over 4000 students from 173 schools across the country participated in the ninth National Creative Writing Competition in English held in late November 2018. The Creative Writing Competition ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 19 February, 2019 | Topics:
Education, Embassy, News
| Tags: National Creative Writing Competition in English
Ambassador Eric Rubin handed out the first four J-1 visas of the 2019 SWT program. “The Summer Work and Travel Program gives students from around the world the chance to live and work in the United States during their college and university summer breaks, to meet Americans, and learn about the American culture and way ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 15 February, 2019 | Topics:
Ambassador, Consular Affairs, Education, News
| Tags: SWT 2019
Location: Downtown Sofia Lukov March Route: beginning at the National Palace of Culture and proceeding to Ulitsa Trakia 1. Anti-Lukov March Route: beginning at ‘Tsentralna Banya’ Park and proceeding to the Sofia Municipality building. Event: A march on Saturday, February 16, 2019 starting at 5:30 pm at the National Palace of Culture. Approximately 1,500 participants are expected. ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 15 February, 2019 | Topics:
Alert, News
| Tags: Messages for U.S. Citizen
Washington’s Birthday is a U.S. federal holiday celebrated on the third Monday of February in honor of George Washington, the first president of the United States. Increasingly, the holiday has become an occasion to celebrate the birthdays of both President George Washington and President Abraham Lincoln. Many Americans call the holiday Presidents’ Day. George Washington ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 15 February, 2019 | Topics:
Embassy, Events, News
| Tags: Holidays, Presidents Day
“This was a real success for our cooperation with Bulgaria between American law enforcement agencies and Bulgarian law enforcement agencies. This is one of the major threats we are facing in the world today – illicit money transfers evading international law, evading national laws. In this case we have said very clearly that we are ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 14 February, 2019 | Topics:
Ambassador, News
| Tags: Radio Free Europe
On Tuesday, January 8, 2019, Ambassador Eric Rubin and Minister of Culture Boil Banov signed an agreement between the Government of the United States of America and the Government of the Republic of Bulgaria to protect Bulgaria’s cultural heritage. The agreement, which provides for import restrictions on certain categories of cultural property from Bulgaria, enables ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 14 February, 2019 | Topics:
Ambassador, Culture, News
| Tags: Agreement, Memorandum of Understanding
Want to know how to apply for the SWT program? Want to know how you can prepare for the interview? Come talk to our Vice Consul on Wednesday, February 13. He will be happy to answer all of your questions!
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 5 February, 2019 | Topics:
Consular Affairs, Events, News
| Tags: Consular Affairs, SWT
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ShareAmerica Feb 4, 2019 Millions of people around the world are expected to tune in to catch President Trump’s State of the Union address on February 5. The speech to a joint session of Congress is an opportunity for the president to review the past year’s accomplishments and preview his agenda for the coming year. ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 5 February, 2019 | Topics:
Events, News
| Tags: State of the Union Address, U.S. President
We think that the decision to open negotiations with us was a correct decision. We have applauded it, but there was never pressure. We have scrupulously obeyed Bulgarian law. We have followed the procedure for the bidding to the letter. Every single point has been addressed exactly with accordance with the law. We have been ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 4 February, 2019 | Topics:
Ambassador, News
| Tags: Ambassador Rubin, F-16, TV Interview
Good morning. On behalf of President Trump and the American people I first want to thank Foreign Minister Miguel Vargas of the Dominican Republic, the current president of the Security Council, for scheduling this meeting. My former colleague, Ambassador Haley, lobbied for a year to get the council to address Venezuela but her pleas fell ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 4 February, 2019 | Topics:
Events, News
| Tags: remarks, Secretary Pompeo, Venezueal
American 3-Star Lieutenant General Christopher Cavoli – Commander of the U.S. Army in Europe – visited Bulgaria January 30 and 31. LTG Cavoli met with Bulgarian Chief of Defense General Botsev and Land Forces Commander Major General Popov to discuss continuing and strengthening our ongoing strong bilateral cooperation.
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 1 February, 2019 | Topics:
Events, News
| Tags: U.S. Army in Europe
The 2019 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF) is now accepting applications. Bulgarian alumni of U.S. government exchange programs may apply for up to $25,000 to support their AEIF public service projects under one of five themes: fostering economic prosperity; building civic participation, good governance, and resilient communities; promoting inclusion and educational opportunity; advancing science, technology, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 1 February, 2019 | Topics:
News
| Tags: 2019 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF)
By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 1 February, 2019 | Topics:
Embassy, News
| Tags: Local business opportunities, solicitation announcement
The Embassy community celebrated the Bulgarian mummers tradition with a kukeri (mummers) masks exhibit. Kukeri is a mixture of Christian and pagan rituals, dating back to Thracian times, where in the last days of winter male dancers dress in sheepskin garments, wear masks, and sing songs to scare away the evil spirits. Our Embassy colleagues ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 31 January, 2019 | Topics:
Culture, Embassy, Events, News
| Tags: kukeri, Mummers Tradition
U.S. Mission U.S. Embassy Sofia Announcement Number: 2019–Sofia-02 Position Title: BUILDING ENGINEER Opening Period: January 31, 2019 – February 6, 2019 Series/Grade: LE-1105-11 For More Info: Human ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 31 January, 2019 | Topics:
Embassy, Job Opportunities, News
| Tags: job opportunities
U.S. Embassy Sofia Marine Corps Detachment and Political Officer Daniela Ionova-Swider were guests at a Razhdavitsa village school Christmas party last month. The school participates in the U.S. Marine Corps program “Toys for Tots” which gifts new toys at Christmas time to thousands of economically disadvantaged children in the U.S. and around the world where ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 31 January, 2019 | Topics:
Embassy, News
| Tags: Toys for Tots
Thank you, Nancy. Kudos to you and your team for organizing today’s forum. I am glad to be here to talk with all of you who do so much for Bulgaria. Your work helps ensure a prosperous, democratic future for all Bulgarians. Last week, we celebrated the birthday of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., whose ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 30 January, 2019 | Topics:
Ambassador, News, Speeches
| Tags: ABF, Grantee Forum
Companies with prior experience in provision, installation and monitoring/maintenance of alarm systems for premises are invited to provide response to solicitation set out by the Embassy of U.S.A, Sofia. Please send e-mail to:
RafailovaVe@state.gov , until 4:00 pm Friday, February 8, 2019 if interested in obtaining the solicitation package.
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 22 January, 2019 | Topics:
News
| Tags: Solicitation
The U.S. Embassy welcomes the decision today by Bulgaria’s National Assembly to initiate negotiations to acquire new F-16 Block 70 aircraft from Lockheed Martin. We look forward to continuing to strengthen our strategic partnership with our NATO Ally Bulgaria.
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 16 January, 2019 | Topics:
Embassy, News
| Tags: Bulgarian Army
The Trump administration welcomes Bulgaria’s defense modernization plans and looks forward to the country’s imminent selection of a new multirole fighter aircraft. The United States remains committed to working with the Bulgarian government to tailor the final scope of a potential F-16 sale to fit its budgetary and operational requirements, while still offering superior capabilities. ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 8 January, 2019 | Topics:
Business, News, Press Releases
| Tags: Defense Modernization, F-16
U.S. Mission U.S. Embassy Sofia Announcement Number: 2018–Sofia-38 Position Title: ADMINISTRATIVE MANAGEMENT ASSISTANT (Mission Program Analyst) Opening Period: December 21, 2018 – January 21, 2019 Series/Grade: LE-710-09 (Full performance ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 21 December, 2018 | Topics:
Embassy, Job Opportunities, News
| Tags: job opportunity
The Global Entrepreneurship Summit (GES) is the preeminent annual gathering that convenes entrepreneurs, investors, and their supporters globally. An estimated 20,000 emerging leaders have participated in Global Entrepreneurship Summits since 2010. At previous GES summits, governments and the private sector have committed to provide over $1 billion in new capital to entrepreneurs worldwide. On November ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 21 December, 2018 | Topics:
Business, News
| Tags: GES
Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Washington, DC December 19, 2018 The United States welcomes Bulgaria’s defense modernization plans and looks forward to the country’s imminent selection of a new multirole fighter aircraft. As I emphasized during my phone call with Prime Minister Boyko Borissov on December 18, and as Deputy Secretary Sullivan ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 20 December, 2018 | Topics:
News
| Tags: Defense Modernization
The F-16 Block 70 is one of the most advanced fighters in the NATO inventory and offers the Bulgarian Air Force an incredible technical capability. Under the Foreign Military Sales (FMS) construct, letter of offer and acceptance (LOA) pricing is determined by the U.S. government in consultation with the companies and the purchasing government. Lockheed ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 20 December, 2018 | Topics:
Business, News
| Tags: statement
U.S. Mission U.S. Embassy Sofia Announcement Number: 2018–Sofia-36 Position Title: ACCESS CONTROL GUARD Opening Period: December 18, 2018 – until filled* Cut-off date every two weeks, starting January 1, 2019 Series/Grade: ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 18 December, 2018 | Topics:
Embassy, Job Opportunities, News
| Tags: job announcement
Deputy Secretary of State John J. Sullivan arrived in Bulgaria on December 14 for a two-day visit. Meeting with Bulgarian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Ekaterina Zaharieva on December 14, Deputy Secretary Sullivan advocated for NATO-interoperable U.S. systems, and emphasized the importance of developing U.S.-Bulgarian commercial ties, fostering stability and economic development ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 17 December, 2018 | Topics:
Embassy, News
| Tags: Deputy Secretary of State
The U.S. Embassy in Sofia, Bulgaria and the Fulbright Commission are now accepting applications for the 2019 Study of the U.S. Institutes (SUSIs) for Student Leaders from Europe. This is a five-week summer exchange program which will take place in June- August 2019; the topic is Civic Engagement. Candidates must be first through third year undergraduate ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 13 December, 2018 | Topics:
Education, News
| Tags: Fulbright Commission, U.S. Institute for Student Leaders
Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC December 11, 2018 Deputy Secretary of State John J. Sullivan will travel to Bratislava, Vienna, Sofia, Sarajevo, Skopje, and Warsaw from December 12-20. On December 12 in Bratislava, Slovakia, Deputy Secretary Sullivan will underscore the importance of U.S.-Slovak bilateral relations and urge senior Slovak officials to use ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 12 December, 2018 | Topics:
News
| Tags: Deputy Secretary
At the White House, it’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas. That’s because first lady Melania Trump has designed a colorfully patriotic theme — dubbed “American treasures” — for the holiday decorations now on display, showcasing America’s heritage. During December, the White House will host more than 100 open houses, many receptions, and more ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 12 December, 2018 | Topics:
News
| Tags: Christmas decoration, White House
Location: Bulgaria, countrywide Event: During the holiday season, there are ongoing threats posed by transnational terrorist organizations and individuals inspired by extremist ideology throughout Europe, including in Bulgaria. Extremists continue to focus on tourist locations such as Christmas holiday markets, shopping malls, airports, clubs, restaurants, places of worship, transportation hubs, and other soft targets frequented ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 7 December, 2018 | Topics:
Alert, Consular Affairs, News, Security & Emergency Messages
| Tags: alert, Messages for U.S. Citizen
Jon M. Huntsman, U.S. Ambassador to Russia Andrea L. Thompson, Under Secretary for Arms Control and International Security Via Teleconference December 6, 2018 MS NAUERT: Thank you. Good afternoon, everyone. Thanks so much for joining us, and welcome to the State Department on-the-record call about INF. This call will be embargoed until the end of the call. Again, this is ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 7 December, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News
| Tags: Ambassador Huntsman, U/S Tompson
The Ari Roland Jazz Quartet is from New York City. Their music is inspired by the great masters of Jazz – Louis Armstrong, Duke Ellington, Charlie Parker and Dizzy Gillespie – and the Quartet members learned to play under the guidance of the living legends of Jazz in New York. The Quartet performs songs from ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 4 December, 2018 | Topics:
Culture, Events, News
| Tags: Ari Roland Quartet
Dear Consular Section clients, please be advised that the U.S. Embassy Sofia will be CLOSED – including for the Passport and Visa services – on Wednesday, December 5, for a National Day of Mourning in honor of former President George H.W. Bush. We re-open on Thursday, 6th December. For emergencies involving U.S. citizens please call tel. +359 ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 4 December, 2018 | Topics:
Consular Affairs, Non Immigrant Visas
| Tags: National Day of Mourning
The Bulgarian-American Fulbright Commission and the U.S. Embassy in Bulgaria are pleased to announce the competition for Fulbright Teaching Excellence and Achievement Media Literacy Awards. The brings international secondary-level teachers to the United States for a six-week program to take academic seminars at a host university, observe and share their expertise with U.S. teachers and students, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 3 December, 2018 | Topics:
Education, Embassy, News
| Tags: Fulbright TEA Program
November 30, 2018 U.S. Ambassador to Bulgaria, Eric S. Rubin and Deputy Mayor of Plovdiv Stefan Stoyanov inaugurated the renovated building of Dusho Hadjidekov Primary School during a ribbon cutting ceremony today. The United States Government invested USD 94,000 to renovate the Primary School which is one of the oldest in Plovdiv and accommodates 883 ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 30 November, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Education, Embassy, Events, News, Press Releases
| Tags: Ambassador, News, press release
Ambassador Rubin met with Veliko Tarnovo Mayor Daniel Panov. They discussed the many cultural treasures in the area, American regional investment, and U.S. ties with Veliko Tarnovo University.
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 29 November, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Embassy, News
| Tags: Veliko Tarnovo
Ambassador Rubin toured a snowy and beautiful Veliko Tarnovo University today and met with Rector Hristo Bondzholov. In 1977 Veliko Tarnovo University became the first Bulgarian university to host an American Fulbright Scholar. The U.S. Embassy American Corner on campus is a testament to our long-time relationship.
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 29 November, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Education, News
| Tags: Veliko Turnovo
November 29, 2018 As Prepared Thank you all very much for the opportunity to speak here today. I would especially like to thank Rector Hristo Bondzholov and his team for organizing my visit today. I am honored to be here at the University of Veliko Tarnovo. When the university first opened in 1963, there were ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 29 November, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Education, News, Speeches
| Tags: Ambassador, Education
The U.S. Embassy in Sofia is accepting applications from teachers of English (Bulgarian nationals) for an online course taught by World Learning. The title of the course is: Integrating Critical Thinking Skills into the Exploration of Culture in an EFL Setting. The training starts on April 2, 2019 and continues through May 28, 2019. Exploration ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 29 November, 2018 | Topics:
Education, News
| Tags: EFL, Integrating Critical Thinking Skills into the Exploration of Culture in an EFL Setting
Ambassador Rubin visited a Bulgarian Crisis Center for juvenile victims of trafficking and violence. The Center, opened in 2006, hosts up to 15 children (aged 6 through 18) and provides food, shelter, healthcare, emotional/psychological support, and education for male and female victims of trafficking and other types of violence. The Crisis Center is a temporary ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 29 November, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, News
| Tags: Juvenile Victims of Trafficking and Violence
Ambassador Rubin met with Sevlievo Mayor Ivan Ivanov and local Sevlievo business leaders to discuss U.S. ties and investment in the region.
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 28 November, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Business, Events, News
| Tags: Ambassador, News
Ambassador Nikki Haley U.S. Permanent Representative to the United Nations U.S. Mission to the United Nations New York City November 26, 2018 AS DELIVERED Thank you, Mr. President. This morning I spoke with President Trump and Secretary Pompeo and my statement reflects the concerns at the highest level of the American government. For the past ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 27 November, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News
| Tags: Emergency Security Council Meeting, Ukraine
On the Occasion of the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence On November 25th, we commemorate the International Day for Elimination of Violence Against Women and observe the accompanying 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence (GBV). The United States is committed to promoting gender equality and advancing the status of women and girls ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 26 November, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, News
| Tags: Elimination of Violence Against Women
Funded by the U.S. Department of State and implemented by World Learning, the Digital Communications Network exchange program created and supports a collaborative network of communication professionals from across Europe and Central Asia, working together to strengthen communication skills through the development and dissemination of digital content. Over the last year, over 100 fellows from ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 26 November, 2018 | Topics:
Education, News
| Tags: Digital Communications Network exchange program, World Learning
Energy Security Risks and Energy Security Agenda in Southeast Europe| Center for the Study of Democracy and Konrad Adenauer Stiftung November 26, 2018 As Prepared for Delivery Thank you very much for the opportunity to speak here today. I am very happy to see some preeminent energy experts at this event. I would especially like ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 26 November, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Economic Issues, Events, News, Speeches
| Tags: Energy Security Agenda, Energy Security Risks, Southeast Europe|
Hotel Arena Di Serdica 21 November 2018 Deputy Defense Minister Zapryanov Deputy CHOD Eftimov AmCham Executive Director Petar Ivanov Lockheed Martin James Robinson Members of the media Ladies and Gentlemen Good morning I want to first say, “thank you” to the American Chamber of Commerce for hosting this event and for welcoming me to this ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 21 November, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Speeches
| Tags: Ambassador, News
For 15 years the American Chamber of Commerce in Bulgaria has hosted a traditional American Thanksgiving dinner in Bulgaria – but the dinner is more than a meal. Each dinner raises funds for Bulgarian charity. This year funds raised will go to the Get Ready to Succeed Fund of the Bulgarian Charities Aid Foundation. Since launching in 2006, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 21 November, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Business, Events, News
| Tags: American Chamber of Commerce in Bulgaria
Deadline for application: December 20, 2018 The U.S. Embassy in Sofia, Bulgaria is now accepting applications for seven Study of the U.S. Institutes for multinational groups of experienced university faculty, scholars, and other professionals. The program will take place at various colleges, universities, and institutions throughout the United States over the course of six weeks ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 20 November, 2018 | Topics:
Education, News
| Tags: exchange programs
On a Sunday in mid-October, members of Washington’s interfaith community took part in the annual
Unity Walk to celebrate solidarity among different faiths and cultures in the city. This year’s participants included 26 visitors from religious communities around the world who had come to the United States to see religious freedom in action. Among them were Jeoffrey ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 20 November, 2018 | Topics:
News
| Tags: Religious Freedom and Diversity in the U.S.
2019 YTILI Application Launch The 2019 Young Transatlantic Innovation Leaders Initiative (YTILI) Fellowship Program application period opened on November 15, 2018 and will close on January 4, 2019. As you probably know, the YTILI program is a State Department’s program supported in its implementation by The German Marshall Fund of the United States (GMF). YTILI is a vehicle for empowering young ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 20 November, 2018 | Topics:
News, Scholarships and Exchanges
| Tags: Young Transatlantic Innovation Leaders Initiative Fellowship Program, YTILI
Dear Consular Section clients, please be advised that on November 21, 2018 our document pick-up/drop-off service at the main entrance of the Embassy will be provided earlier, between 2:30 – 2:45 p.m. There will be no document pick-up/drop-off service on Thursday, November 22, 2018 as the Embassy will be closed in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. For ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 19 November, 2018 | Topics:
Consular Affairs, News
| Tags: Consular Affairs
U.S. Embassy Defense Attaché Colonel Shannon Johnson shared his experience regarding leadership with Bulgaria’s Navy cadets at the Bulgarian Naval Academy in Varna on November 14. Colonel Johnson is the United States Senior Defense Official & Defense Attaché to Bulgaria. Over the past 25 years the U.S. government has invested over $300 million dollars in ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 19 November, 2018 | Topics:
Embassy, Events, News
| Tags: Defense Attaché
U.S. Deputy Chief of Mission Justin Friedman, together with Burgas Mayor Dimitar Nikolov, inaugurated today the renovated building of the Center for Specialized Educational Assistance in Burgas, Bulgaria. The United States Government invested USD 113,000 in the renovations of the Center for Specialized Educational Assistance, formerly known as Otets Paisiy Auxiliary School. The Center provides ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 16 November, 2018 | Topics:
Deputy Chief of Mission, Education, Embassy, Events, News, Press Releases
| Tags: Burgas Center, renovation
“Thanks to this initiative, the LGBT community can gather, work together, and provide support in a safe environment. The U.S. Embassy supports this center and other LGBT programs because we value diversity, and we welcome the contributions of the LGBT community.” – U.S. Ambassador Eric Rubin at Rainbow Hub LGBTI+ Center.
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 16 November, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events, Gender Issues, News
| Tags: Rainbow Hub LGBTI+ Center
AFCP 2019 LARGE GRANTS PROGRAM – Round 1 The U.S. Embassy in Sofia, Bulgaria is currently accepting proposal abstracts for Round 1 of the 2019 Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP) Large Grants Program. The AFCP Large Grants Program supports the preservation of major ancient archaeological sites, historic buildings and monuments, and major museum ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 15 November, 2018 | Topics:
Culture, News
| Tags: Ambassador’s Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP)
AFCP 2019 SMALL GRANTS PROGRAM The U.S. Embassy in Sofia, Bulgaria is currently accepting proposals for the 2019 Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP). The AFCP supports projects to preserve cultural heritage in the following three categories: CULTURAL SITE: includes (but is not limited to) historic buildings and archaeological sites. Restoration or conservation of ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 15 November, 2018 | Topics:
Culture, News
| Tags: Ambassador’s Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP)
“This church is an iconic symbol of an ancient place. Working together, we continue to strengthen the cultural ties between our two countries through projects like this.” – Ambassador Eric Rubin U.S. Ambassador Eric Rubin, Nessebar Mayor Nikolay Dimitrov, Minister of Tourism Nikolina Angelkova and Deputy Minister of Culture Amelia Gesheva today officially reopened 14th ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 9 November, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, News, Press Releases
| Tags: Nessebar, St. John Alliturgetos Church
Bulgarians experienced virtual reality this morning thanks to U.S. businesses and Yao Huange – 1 of 11 women driving technology in New York, according to Forbes. “Bulgaria has the opportunity to take advantage of a well-educated population and diverse workforce which can turn this market segment into an advancing economy. The U.S. Embassy will continue ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 9 November, 2018 | Topics:
Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, News
| Tags: Deputy Chief of Mission Justin Friedman, Future of Reality technology conference, Yao Huange
U.S. Embassy Sofia Deputy Chief of Mission Justin Friedman participated in the international conference “Fake News of True Trolls,” addressing the issue of disinformation. In his presentation, he noted, “Societies need to build resilience that will enable them to identify and resist disinformation campaigns. We have to learn to recognize when we’re being manipulated with ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 9 November, 2018 | Topics:
Deputy Chief of Mission, Embassy, Events, News
| Tags: DCM Conference
Ambassador Rubin visited the Geo Milev English Language High School in Burgas. English is the global language of math, science, engineering, finance, and more. We’re proud of Bulgaria’s youth who study English – and we’re committed to supporting them as they advance in their careers.
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 9 November, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Education, Embassy, Events, News
| Tags: Ambassador, Burgas, school
This year the 18th annual edition of International Education Week (
IEW ) takes place November 12-16.
IEW is a joint initiative of the U.S. Department of State and U.S. Department of Education that promotes the benefits of international education and exchange programs worldwide. Initially created so that America could inspire its students to study abroad,
IEW now encourages and ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 8 November, 2018 | Topics:
Education, News
| Tags: IEW, International Education Week
Note: This program is entirely on a volunteer basis; there is no compensation attached to this internship and no benefits, nor any future employment rights. Service is not creditable for leave accrual. Open to: Foreign National Students, non-U.S. citizens Position: Student ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 6 November, 2018 | Topics:
Embassy, Job Opportunities, News
| Tags: job announcement
A new Digital Communication Network exchange program in the U.S., April 8-24, 2019. If you use or create digital communication tools in media, entrepreneurship, NGOs, social movements and e-government apply at
https://worldlearninginnovanddev.wufoo.com/forms/q18v8ife0dg47ql/ Deadline for the applications: December 1, 2018 A total of 14 participants will be selected, through an open competition process to come to the United States ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 6 November, 2018 | Topics:
Education, News
| Tags: Digital Communication Network
Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC November 5, 2018 Secretary Michael R. Pompeo met with Bulgarian Foreign Minister Ekaterina Zaharieva today. They discussed the importance of U.S.-Bulgarian bilateral relations, Bulgaria’s plans to modernize its military, and energy diversification as a European energy security priority. They also discussed global affairs such as Iran’s ballistic missile program, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 6 November, 2018 | Topics:
News, Press Releases
| Tags: United States of America, Western Balkans
U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and Bulgarian Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ekaterina Zaharieva will hold a bilateral meeting in Washington on Monday, November 5th. The meeting is taking place at the invitation of U.S. Secretary of State Pompeo. The two officials will discuss issues of bilateral, regional and global interest.
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 2 November, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News
Deadline for application: December 14, 2018 The U.S. Embassy in Sofia, Bulgaria is now accepting applications for the 2019 Study of the U.S. Institute (SUSI) for Secondary School Educators from Bulgarian nationals. The institute will take place over the course of five weeks in early June 2019. The Institute includes a four-week academic residency component ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 1 November, 2018 | Topics:
Education, News
| Tags: Exchage programs, SUSI
13 children of Roma origin took part in a “Narration through the Dance” workshop with American choreographer Charles Slender, organized by the Trust for Social Achievement (TSA) Bulgaria.
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 1 November, 2018 | Topics:
Culture, Education, Events, News
| Tags: Charles Slender, TSA Bulgaria
APPLICANTS WHO RESPONDED TO VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENTS #FCS3-2018 NEED NOT APPLY AS THEIR APPLICATION WILL BE CONSIDERED REVISION: Revised closing date. Note: This program is entirely on a volunteer basis; there is no compensation attached to this internship and no benefits, nor any future employment rights. Service is not creditable for leave accrual. Open to: ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 26 October, 2018 | Topics:
Embassy, Job Opportunities, News
| Tags: job announcement, job opportunities
The U.S. Department of State is excited to announce the launch of the 2019 Global Innovation through Science and Technology, Technology Idea (GIST Tech-I) competition. Exact dates and details will be published over the next few weeks on
GISTNetwork.org ,
Facebook and
Twitter . GIST Tech-I is a global pitching competition which seeks to identify and select, train, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 25 October, 2018 | Topics:
Education, Events, News
| Tags: competition, GIST Tech-I
U.S. Ambassador Eric Rubin announced today that he will use the U.S. Ambassador’s Fund for Cultural Preservation to restore, conserve, and modernize display of Bulgaria’s Sveshtari Thracian Tomb – a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Sveshtari Thracian Tomb is a unique example of Mediterranean sepulchral architecture, and attracts approximately 50,000 visitors every year. The tomb ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 23 October, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Culture, Events, News, Press Releases
| Tags: archeologist, Credo Bonum Foundation, Sveshtari Thracian Tomb
Architect/Engineer construction inspection services for the partial renovation of an existing residential building located in Boyana district, Sofia, Bulgaria. Please see the
request . (PDF 141 KB)
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 23 October, 2018 | Topics:
Business, Embassy, News
| Tags: Architect/Engineer, construction, inspection
This report documents the magnitude of the Islamic Republic’s destructive activities at home and abroad. Many of the activities highlighted have occurred recently, while others date back to the early days of the revolution. As this report makes clear, the one constant is that the Iranian regime will do whatever it takes to maintain its ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 19 October, 2018 | Topics:
Fundamental Freedoms, Human Rights, News, Official Reports, Reports
| Tags: freedom, News
Packing/Shipping companies with prior Embassy experience, good local staff and warehouse facilities are invited to provide response to solicitation set out by the Embassy of U.S.A, Sofia. Please send an e-mail to:
Sofia_GSO_Customs_and_Shipping@state.gov and
Sofia_GSO_Procurement@state.gov until 4:00 pm, October 29, 2018 if interested in obtaining the solicitation package.
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 18 October, 2018 | Topics:
Business, News
| Tags: Packing/Shipping companies, Solicitation. business
Over 500 Bulgarian students marked Red Ribbon Day with Ambassador Rubin today. Red Ribbon Day honors U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) agent Enrique ”Kiki” Camarena, who was killed standing up to drug traffickers. Bulgaria’s National Customs Service and the U.S. DEA partnered to organize today’s event. The 13 to 17-year-old students honored Kiki’s legacy and the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 17 October, 2018 | Topics:
Embassy, Events, News
| Tags: Red Ribbon Day
The U.S. Embassy Consular Section will be closed for customers on Friday October 19, 2018. If you have an emergency you can call +359 (2) 937 5100. Outside of Office Hours, contact: +359 (2) 937 5101 or +359(2)937 5200. If you are seeking assistance with Absentee voting: The Voting Assistance Officer can be reached at
acs_sofia@state.gov . ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 16 October, 2018 | Topics:
Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
| Tags: Message for U.S. Citizens
Deadline for application: January 15, 2019 The U.S. Embassy in Sofia, Bulgaria is now accepting applications for the 2019 Benjamin Franklin Transatlantic Fellows Summer Institute for young Americans and Europeans. The program will take place in June and July 2019. The institute will be hosted by Purdue University in West Lafayette, Indiana. All costs of ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 16 October, 2018 | Topics:
Education, News
| Tags: Benjamin Franklin Transatlantic Fellows Summer Institute
Dear Consular section clients, please be advised that our regular pick-up/drop-off service between 3:00- 3:15 p.m. at the main entrance will not be available on Friday, October 19, 2018. The Consular section will be closed on that day. For emergencies involving U.S. citizens please call tel. +359 (2) 937 5100 (from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 15 October, 2018 | Topics:
Consular Affairs, News
| Tags: Consular, Message
Companies with prior experience in physical security coverage and access control of people, vehicles, and materials are invited to provide response to solicitation set out by the Embassy of U.S.A. Sofia. Please send e-mail to:
SofiaProcurement@state.gov until 4:00 pm Tuesday, October 23, 2018 if interested in obtaining the solicitation package.
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 12 October, 2018 | Topics:
Business, News
| Tags: Local business opportunities
Note: This program is entirely on a volunteer basis; there is no compensation attached to this internship and no benefits, nor any future employment rights. Service is not creditable for leave accrual. Open to: Foreign National Students, non-U.S. citizens Position: ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 12 October, 2018 | Topics:
Job Opportunities, News
| Tags: job announcement, News
Application Deadline: October 31, 2018! Are you working to support positive change in your home country? Helping preserve your community’s biodiversity for the next generation? Working to create job opportunities for at-risk youth? Bridging ethnic and cultural divides in your community? If so – come join the next generation of global leaders and apply for ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 10 October, 2018 | Topics:
Education, News
| Tags: Community Solutions Program, News
The U.S. Embassy in Sofia expresses shock and outrage regarding the murder of journalist Victoria Marinova. We call for a thorough investigation which results in the perpetrator/s being held accountable. We are ready to offer assistance to authorities if needed to help bring the perpetrator/s to justice.
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 9 October, 2018 | Topics:
Embassy, News
| Tags: News, statement
Another – third consecutive – John Atanassov Award for Ivan Ivanov, who graduated ACS last spring and is now pursuing his higher education at Cambridge. This year, he was rewarded for excellence in the category “Debut breakthrough in computer science,” awarded for high-level scientific work. Congratulations to Ivan, his teacher, and parents!
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 9 October, 2018 | Topics:
Education, News
| Tags: John Atanassov Award
Companies with prior experience in providing GSM telephone services and mobile data services, good local staff and adequate equipment are invited to provide response to solicitation set out by the Embassy of U.S.A. in Sofia. Please send e-mail to:
RafailovaVe@state.gov , until 4:00 pm Wednesday, October 17, 2018 if interested in obtaining the solicitation package.
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 9 October, 2018 | Topics:
Business, News
| Tags: Local business opportunities
For U.S. voters living abroad, receiving and sending back an official ballot can be a challenge to successfully voting absentee. October 1 to 8 is Absentee Voting Week and U.S. embassies, consulates and overseas citizens groups are reminding overseas citizens and their families to vote now — and helping them do so from anywhere in ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 5 October, 2018 | Topics:
Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
| Tags: Messages for U.S. Citizen
Registration for the Bulgarian National English Spelling Bee Competition is from October 5 to October 25, 2018! Bulgarian National English Spelling Bee aims to strengthen the English language skills of Bulgarian students and to share innovative and interactive teaching methods with teachers. More than 6500 students from 304 schools participated in 2017 Spelling Bee. Similar to ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 4 October, 2018 | Topics:
Education, Events, News
| Tags: News, Spelling Bee
Bulgarian Creative Writing Competition is open to all Bulgarian public and private school students from 6th to 12th grades who are excited to express themselves creatively…in English! The writing days are on November 27 -28, 2018. The results will be announced in the end of January 2019. The registration will be open from October 5th to October ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 4 October, 2018 | Topics:
Education, News
| Tags: Bulgarian Creative Writing Competition, News
In connection with multiple inquiries regarding DV2020 the U.S. Embassy in Sofia wishes to make the following clarification: Unmarried applicants can participate in the U.S. DV2020 lottery. Participants who are legally married must list their spouse and children on their DV lottery application. Participants who are single, or living in a civil union not recognized ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 3 October, 2018 | Topics:
Consular Affairs, Immigrant Visas, News, Press Releases
| Tags: DV2020
For high school students in grade 11 Deadline for submitting applications: January 2, 2019 Opportunity funding, provided by the U.S. Department of State Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, supports talented international students with the application process to U.S. higher education institutions. Opportunity Funds provides support to talented international students who are highly competitive for ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 3 October, 2018 | Topics:
Education, News
| Tags: Education, News
The Department of State made the formal public announcement of the Diversity Visa (DV) 2020 program on September 25, 2018. The electronic Diversity Visa system (E-DV) will be open for registrations beginning at noon, Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) on October 3, 2018, and will close for entries at noon, Eastern Standard Time (EST), on November ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 2 October, 2018 | Topics:
Consular Affairs, Immigrant Visas, News, Press Releases
| Tags: Immigrant Visas
The Department of English and American Studies at the Sofia University St. Kliment Ohridski celebrates its
90th anniversary . The event coincided with the celebrations of the 130th anniversary of the University’s founding. Initially, Sofia University offered training in English Studies within its German Studies department before establishing a separate English and American Studies major in ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 2 October, 2018 | Topics:
Education, News
| Tags: Education, News
APPLICANTS WHO RESPONDED TO VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENTS #33-2018 NEED NOT APPLY AS THEIR APPLICATION WILL BE CONSIDERED REVISION: Revised closing date. U.S. Mission U.S. Embassy Sofia Announcement Number: 2018–Sofia-33A Position Title: ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 1 October, 2018 | Topics:
Embassy, Job Opportunities, News
| Tags: job opportunities, News
Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo meets with Bulgarian Prime Minister Boyko Borissov, on the margins of the 73rd Session of the United Nations General Assembly, in New York City on September 28, 2018. [State Department photo/ Public Domain]
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 1 October, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News
| Tags: Secretary of State Pompeo
Congratulations to Sofia University on its 130th anniversary, and the 90th anniversary of Sofia University’s Department of English and American Studies! “Every time I pass by this building and I see the Georgiev brothers watching over the entrance, I am reminded of the unique history of this university and what it has meant to Bulgaria ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 28 September, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Education, News
| Tags: American Studies
September 27 – Last night David Berknam and his Bulgarian colleagues played original compositions at the Haskovo Jazz Festival to an enthusiastic audience! The brilliant jazz pianist brought some New York jazz to Bulgaria, while the Bulgarian musicians added some local flavor to the jazz sound.
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 28 September, 2018 | Topics:
Culture, Events, News
| Tags: Jazz Festival Haskovo
The U.S. Embassy is pleased to invite you to the concerts of the American Three for Silver Trio which will be touring Bulgaria from October 1 to October 9. Three for Silver is an American roots trio that features the deep bass and low growls of Lucas Warford and the pure tones and haunting melodies ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 28 September, 2018 | Topics:
Culture, Embassy, News
| Tags: culture, News
ShareAmerica By
Mary Jane Maxwell Sep 27, 2018 Hassan Al-Jahani of Qatar is getting an American-style education without having to leave his country.
Students at Northwestern University in Qatar (© Northwestern University in Qatar) “Studying at a high-caliber university like Northwestern is a badge of honor I wear proudly,” said Al-Jahani, who is majoring in communications from ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 27 September, 2018 | Topics:
Education, News
| Tags: Education, News
“I applaud the America for Bulgaria Foundation and Plovdiv Municipality for their partnership to restore and display the rich mosaics of the Bishop’s Basilica – the largest early Christian temple found in Bulgaria, and thus a critically important part of the country’s religious history. Bulgaria’s cultural sites are reminders of the incredible history of this ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 27 September, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events, News
| Tags: Ambassador, News
U.S. Mission U.S. Embassy Sofia Announcement Number: Sofia-2018-34 Position Title: Chauffeur (On-Call) Opening Period: September 26, 2018 – October 25, 2018 Series/Grade: LE 1015 3 For More Info: Human Resources Office Mailing Address: U.S. ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 26 September, 2018 | Topics:
Job Opportunities, News
| Tags: job opportunities, News
The U.S. Secretary of the Army Mark Esper and Bulgarian Land Forces Commander MGEN Mihail Popov observed a live fire training at Novo Selo Training Area today. The Secretary of the Army is appointed by the President and is the highest ranking civilian in charge of the U.S Army. Secretary Esper’s visit is indicative of ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 26 September, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News
| Tags: News
Three for Silver is an American roots trio that is touring Bulgaria in October 2018. The band features the deep bass and low growls of Lucas Warford and the pure tones and haunting melodies of singer and accordionist Willo Sertain. Their music will blow you away, so don’t miss your chance to see Three for ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 21 September, 2018 | Topics:
Culture, Events, News
| Tags: culture, News
Each year 11 Bulgarian high school students spend an academic year living in the United States with a host family. All expenses are paid by the U.S. Department of State YES Program. You can apply online for free to participate in the program. Requirements are: Students must be in 9th or 10th grade this year, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 21 September, 2018 | Topics:
Education, News
| Tags: Education, News
This year 9 Bulgarians graduated from American professional military education courses. Ambassador Rubin personally congratulated this year’s graduates today on the 26th anniversary of the United States Security Assistance program in Bulgaria. Since 1992, the U.S. Government has invested over $285 million in programs to train and equip the Bulgarian military. Tonight, Deputy Chief of Mission Friedman and ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 19 September, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events, News
| Tags: Ambassador, News
“Bulgaria – U.S. Transatlantic Relations in the Contest of the Global Economic Changes” U.S. companies in Bulgaria have invested millions of dollars in community centers, in environmental conservation, in education, and in healthcare. These companies are not only providing jobs and building the economy, but they are directly investing in Bulgarian communities, families, and children. ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 18 September, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Commercial Affairs, Events, News
| Tags: Ambassador, News
September 17, 2018 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE “Children are part of the heart and soul of a community. This kindergarten – now full of laughs, love, and life – will nurture the children carrying the torch of Bulgaria’s future, bringing the light of hope and prosperity to Bulgaria’s tomorrows. It is our sincere hope that this ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 17 September, 2018 | Topics:
Deputy Chief of Mission, Embassy, Events, News, Press Releases
| Tags: News, press release
Note: This program is entirely on a volunteer basis; there is no compensation attached to this internship and no benefits, nor any future employment rights. Service is not creditable for leave accrual. Open to: Foreign National Students, non-U.S. citizens Position: Student Intern Computer Programmer Opening Date: December 11, 2017 Closing date: Until filled ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 17 September, 2018 | Topics:
Embassy, Job Opportunities, News
| Tags: job opportunities
Note: This program is entirely on a volunteer basis; there is no compensation attached to this internship and no benefits, nor any future employment rights. Service is not creditable for leave accrual. Open to: Foreign National Students, non-U.S. citizens Position: Student Intern in Financial Management Office Opening Date: September 17, 2018 Closing date: October 7, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 17 September, 2018 | Topics:
Embassy, Job Opportunities, News
| Tags: job opportunities
Announcement Number: 2018–Sofia-33 Position Title: ACCESS CONTROL GUARD (LGF) Opening Period: September 17, 2018 – September 30, 2018 Series/Grade: LE 710 03 (Full performance level) LE 710 02 (Trainee level) For More Info: Human Resources Office Mailing Address: U.S. Embassy Sofia, Human Resources Office, 16 Kozyak, 1408 Sofia E-mail Address:
Sofia_Applications@state.gov Who May Apply: All Interested Applicants /All sources ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 17 September, 2018 | Topics:
Embassy, Job Opportunities, News
| Tags: job opportunities
NOTE: APPLICANTS WHO RESPONDED TO VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENTS #17-2018 NEED NOT APPLY AS THEIR APPLICATION WILL BE CONSIDERED U.S. Mission U.S. Embassy Sofia Announcement Number: 2018–Sofia-31 Position Title: Building Engineer Opening Period: ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 12 September, 2018 | Topics:
Embassy, Job Opportunities
Technically known as a Spearhead-class expeditionary fast transport ship, the USNS Carson City entered the Black Sea for the first time on August 15, and docked in Varna Port for the first time on August 27. Captain Jonathan Keffer welcomed Bulgarian media onboard and led a tour of the ship. Carson City is part ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 28 August, 2018 | Topics:
News, U.S. & Bulgaria
| Tags: News
(August 27, 2018 – September 10, 2018)
Expansion of private office spaceat US Embassy compound, Sofia, Level 2. (PDF 721 KB)
Attachment 1 – Statement of Work (PDF 336 KB) Attachment 2 – Drawings (to be provided at the site visit or upon request)
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 27 August, 2018 | Topics:
Business, News
| Tags: Local business opportunities
Today is the European Day of Remembrance for Victims of Stalinism and Nazism. We honor the memory of the victims, and salute those who keep their memory alive. U.S. Embassy representatives today joined a commemoration of victims of totalitarian regimes.
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 23 August, 2018 | Topics:
Embassy, Events, News
| Tags: Events, News
Your Vote Counts! Did you know that many U.S. elections for House and Senate seats have been decided by a margin smaller than the number of ballots cast by absentee voters? All states are required to count every absentee ballot as long as it is valid and reaches local election officials by the absentee ballot receipt deadline. Follow ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 17 August, 2018 | Topics:
Alert
| Tags: News, Security Messages
PR7577131
(August 15, 2018 – August 27, 2018)
Expansion of conference room at US Embassy compound, Sofia, Level 1 (PDF 831 KB)
Attachment 1 – Statement of Work (PDF 445 KB) Attachment 2 – Drawings (to be provided at the site visit or upon request)
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 15 August, 2018 | Topics:
Embassy, News
| Tags: Local business opportunities, News
APPLICANTS WHO RESPONDED TO VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENTS #23-2018 NEED NOT APPLY AS THEIR APPLICATION WILL BE CONSIDERED REVISION: Revised closing date. U.S. Mission: U.S. Embassy Sofia Announcement Number: 2018–Sofia-23 Position Title: HEATING, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 10 August, 2018 | Topics:
Embassy, Job Opportunities
| Tags: job announcement, News
Bulgarian Prime Minister Boyko Borissov and Bulgarian Chief of Defense GEN Andrey Botsev today attended the closing ceremony for Platinum Lion 2018, a multinational security exercise held at Novo Selo Training Area in Bulgaria. Soldiers from eight countries – including NATO members Bulgaria, the United States, Albania, Montenegro and Romania – as well as members ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 9 August, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News
| Tags: Events, News
The multinational security exercise Platinum Lion 2018 brings together 700 soldiers and up to 100 units of combat and transport from July 31 to August 10 in Bulgaria. Allies and partners from Bulgaria, the United States, Albania, Georgia, Moldova, Romania, Serbia and Montenegro demonstrated various tactics today at Novo Selo Training Area (NSTA) that include ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 8 August, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News
| Tags: Events, News
Bulgaria’s coastline will be patrolled beginning today using 4 boats the U.S. donated to the Bulgarian Navy. Among other tasks, the 3 RHIBs (Rigid Hull Inflatable Boats) and one patrol boat will help the Bulgarian Navy intercept drug and human traffickers. Today Ambassador Rubin and Navy Commander RADM Pеtev celebrated the Bulgarian Navy sailors graduating ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 3 August, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events, News
| Tags: Ambassador, News
Location: Opposite the main entrance of U.S. Embassy Sofia, Bulgaria, on Kozyak Street. Event: The demonstration is expected to take place on August 2, 2018 beginning at 5 p.m. Local police will keep protestors across the street from the Embassy. The Embassy remains open for normal business, closing at 5 p.m., and re-opening at 8:30 a.m. on August 3, 2018. Actions ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 2 August, 2018 | Topics:
Alert
| Tags: Security Messages
Public Affairs Intern Steven Newman met with high school students from Roma communities in the towns of Kyustendil and Pazardzhik who participated during the past school year in an English language program. The students were invited to attend a summer English language camp in Bansko, organized by the Bulgarian NGO Trust for Social Achievement (TSA) ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 2 August, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News
| Tags: Events, News
APPLICANTS WHO RESPONDED TO VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENTS #FCS2-2018 NEED NOT APPLY AS THEIR APPLICATION WILL BE CONSIDERED REVISION: Revised closing date. Note: This program is entirely on a volunteer basis; there is no compensation attached to this internship and no benefits, nor any future employment rights. Service is not creditable for leave accrual. Open to: Foreign ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 31 July, 2018 | Topics:
Embassy, Job Opportunities, News
| Tags: mews
Harry S. Truman Building Washington, D.C. Thank you, Secretary Pompeo. To the Secretary, to Ambassador Brownback, to Administrator Green, Director Mulvaney, to the representatives of more than 80 nations gathered here, and especially to the survivors of religious persecution who honor us by their presence here today: It is my great honor to address this ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 30 July, 2018 | Topics:
News, Vice President of the United States
| Tags: Mike Pence, News
For Immediate Release July 27, 2018 Last June the U.S. Embassy in Bulgaria supported the enthusiastic team of Tuk-Tam, organization of the Bulgarians with education and experience abroad, in the launch of an alumni club to bring together Bulgarians who completed their higher education in the United States. The U.S. Alumni Club accepts members who ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 27 July, 2018 | Topics:
News, Press Releases
| Tags: Press Relases
Position Title: HEATING, VENTILATION AND AIR CONDITIONING (HVAC) MECHANIC Opening Period: July 27, 2018 – August 9, 2018 Series/Grade: LE 1210 06 For More Info: Facility Management Office Mailing Address: U.S. Embassy Sofia, Human Resources Office 16 Kozyak, 1408 Sofia E-mail Address:
Sofia_Applications@state.gov Who May Apply: All Interested Applicants /All Sources For USEFM actual FS salary determined ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 27 July, 2018 | Topics:
Embassy, Job Opportunities, News
| Tags: job opportunities, News
Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Washington, DC July 25, 2018 Russia, through its 2014 invasion of Ukraine and its attempted annexation of Crimea, sought to undermine a bedrock international principle shared by democratic states: that no country can change the borders of another by force. The states of the world, including Russia, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 26 July, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News, U.S. Secretary of State
| Tags: Michael R. Pompeo, News
The Press Attaché at the U.S. Embassy in Bulgaria Samantha Smith congratulated students as they completed an 8-day Balkan Youth Forum, which ended last Friday with a final presentation of project ideas. Students interested in working together on Western Balkan political and social issues came from 11 countries to the American University in Bulgaria. The closing ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 23 July, 2018 | Topics:
Embassy, Events, News
| Tags: Embassy, Events, News
On July 13th, U.S. Embassy Sofia Public Affairs Intern Steven Newman met with a group of thirty Bulgarian high-school students and their teachers, who are participating in an English language learning, U.S. culture and sport youth camp in the town of Bansko. The students are finalists in the 2018 national Spelling Bee competition organized annually ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 13 July, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News
| Tags: Events, News
Whim ‘n Rhythm are in Sofia! Yale University’s premier women a cappella group is touring from Japan to Italy, Thailand to New Zealand, and now Bulgaria. Ambassador Rubin welcomed these 13 “inspiring young women hailing from across the United States and representing a range of academic majors and future ambitions
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 12 July, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events
| Tags: Ambassador, Events
“Founded in the spirit of the Marshall Plan and the endeavor for closer Euro-Atlantic integration, the Marshall Center’s excellent ongoing work over the past quarter century has been one more vital contribution to the underlying capacity for resilience of our nations. I am thus especially pleased to be here with all of you to support ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 12 July, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events, News
| Tags: Ambassador, Events, News
Roof Edge Fall Protection System for U.S. Embassy, Sofia, Bulgaria Buildings PR7191445 (July 9, 2018 – July 20, 2018)
Roof Edge Fall Protection System for U.S. Embassy, Sofia, Bulgaria Buildings (PDF 584 KB) Attachment 1 – to be provided upon request
Attachment 2 (PDF 137 KB)
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 9 July, 2018 | Topics:
Business, News
| Tags: Local business opportunities, News
It is a pleasure for me to join with colleagues and friends from the America for Bulgaria Foundation and the Sofia municipality to welcome you here tonight to another fantastic A To Jazz Festival in South Park. I hope you have a fantastic weekend of music and friendship. Jazz is a unifying force and a ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 9 July, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events, News
| Tags: Ambassador, Events, News
Note: This program is entirely on a volunteer basis; there is no compensation attached to this internship and no benefits, nor any future employment rights. Service is not creditable for leave accrual. Open to: Foreign National Students, non-U.S. citizens Position: Student ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 6 July, 2018 | Topics:
Job Opportunities, News
| Tags: job opportunities, News
Note: This program is entirely on a volunteer basis; there is no compensation attached to this internship and no benefits, nor any future employment rights. Service is not creditable for leave accrual. Open to: Foreign National Students, non-U.S. citizens Position: Student ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 6 July, 2018 | Topics:
Commercial Affairs, Job Opportunities, News
| Tags: job opportunities, News
(July 3, 2018) Dear Madam President of the Parliament, Dear Madam Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ministers, Members of Parliament, Members of the Diplomatic Corps, Members of the Military Attaché Corps, Thank you for joining us this evening. Ladies and Gentlemen, honored guests, dear friends. Nicole and ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 5 July, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, News, Speeches
| Tags: Ambassador, News, speeches
For Immediate Release – June 29, 2018 Report Recommends Further Steps Needed On June 28, 2018 U.S. Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo released the 2018 Trafficking in Persons (TIP) Report in Washington, DC. As required by the Trafficking Victims Protection Act, the TIP Report assesses governments around the world on their efforts to combat modern ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 29 June, 2018 | Topics:
News, Press Releases
| Tags: Official Reports
June 28 – U.S. Ambassador Eric Rubin toured Panagyurishte today. The Ambassador noted the many ties Panagyurishte has with the U.S. – from U.S. company Freeport-McMoRan’s investment in local copper company Assarel-Medet, to UNI Hospital’s purchase of new, innovative medical equipment from U.S. manufacturers. UNI Hospital is an excellent example of public-private partnership in Bulgaria. ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 29 June, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events, News
| Tags: Ambassador, News
U.S. Mission: U.S. Embassy Sofia Announcement Number: 2018–Sofia-21 Position Title: HUMAN RESOURCES ASSISTANT (Local Social Security and Tax Administrator) ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 28 June, 2018 | Topics:
Job Opportunities, News
| Tags: job opportunities, News
Marshall Center June 26, 2018 (as prepared) Good morning, ladies and gentlemen, and thank you for welcoming me to this venue today. Herbert Salber, Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Germany to the Republic of Bulgaria, Dr. Matthew Rhodes, Director of Programs in Central and Southeast Europe, Distinguished Participants, Security Resiliency is a critical issue ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 26 June, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events, News, Speeches
| Tags: Ambassador, NATO, News
About 40 local and foreign professionals discussed in Sofia issues related to security resilience in the Black Sea region during an international seminar organized by George C. Marshall Center for Security Studies. The ambassadors of the United States and Germany opened the event, as representatives of the two partnering countries which established the Marshall Center ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 26 June, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, News
| Tags: Ambassador, NATO, News
Dear Consular section clients, please be advised that our regular pick-up/drop-off service between 3:00- 3:15 p.m. at the main entrance will be changed as follows: On Tuesday, July 3 – between 2:30 and 2:45 p.m. On Friday, July 6 – between 2:30 and 2:45 p.m. On Wednesday, July 4 the service will not be available. ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 26 June, 2018 | Topics:
Consular Affairs, News
| Tags: Consular Affairs, News
We introduce you a short video that we called “Diplomacy in the Kitchen” with the participation of the U.S. Embassy’s Agricultural Attaché Jonn Slette in partnership with the HRC Culinary Academy in Sofia’s Head Chef Henry Donneaux. In this video you will find very interesting and useful information on how to prepare delicious meals with ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 22 June, 2018 | Topics:
Agriculture, Events, News
| Tags: agriculture, Events, News
On June 18 we hosted our annual blood drive at the Embassy on the occasion of World Blood Donor Day. We are proud to work with the National Center for Transfusional Hematology (NCTH) to save lives here in our community.
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 19 June, 2018 | Topics:
Embassy, Events, News
| Tags: Events, News
On June 13 Ambassador Eric Rubin visited G.S. Rakovski Military Academy to deliver a lecture on Bulgaria’s important role in the NATO alliance. While at the Academy, Ambassador Rubin was invited to tour the recently renovated King‘s Halls, which are filled with masterpieces of ceramics, wood, and crystal. Tsar Boris III made extensive use of ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 14 June, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, News
| Tags: Ambassador, News
Rakovski Military Academy June 13, 2018 Greetings, all, and thank you for welcoming me to the Rakovski Military Academy today. I would like to thank Major General Angelov for hosting me at this institution and for allowing me to speak with all of you today. I greatly appreciate this important opportunity for Allies to speak ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 14 June, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, News, Speeches
| Tags: Ambassador, News, speeches
Position Title: GARDENER (GROUNDS KEEPER) Opening Period: June 14, 2018 – June 27, 2018 For More Info: Human Resources Office Mailing Address: U.S. Embassy Sofia, Human Resources Office 16 Kozyak, 1408 Sofia E-mail Address:
Sofia_Applications@state.gov Who May Apply: All Interested Applicants /All ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 14 June, 2018 | Topics:
Job Opportunities, News
| Tags: job opportunities, News
Ahead of the NATO Summit next month, Bulgaria is in a position to stand out among the Allies. With Saber Guardian 17 last year, a successful EU presidency, and the start of planning for Saber Guardian 19, Bulgaria possesses a unique resume among the Allies. To take action now on implementing the country’s defense spending ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 14 June, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, News
| Tags: Ambassador, News
“We move forward together to combat transnational cyber-crime.” – Attaché Jason Clickner, U.S. Secret Service Resident Agent in Charge Yesterday, June 12, Bulgaria’s General Directorate for Combatting Organized Crime Cyber Unit received from the United States Secret Service advanced computer equipment and storage media that will greatly increase the Cyber Unit’s investigative capabilities. The new ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 13 June, 2018 | Topics:
Embassy, Events, News, Press Releases
| Tags: Events, News, Press Releases
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT # 17 – 2018 U.S. Embassy Sofia Announcement Number: 2018–Sofia-17 Position Title: BUILDING ENGINEER| Opening Period: June 11, 2018 – June 24, 2018 For More Info: Human Resources Office Mailing Address: U.S. Embassy Sofia, Human Resources Office, 16 Kozyak, 1408 Sofia E-mail ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 11 June, 2018 | Topics:
Embassy, Job Opportunities, News
| Tags: job announcement, News
The U.S. Embassy supports Sofia Pride event on June 9. Embassy officers officially represented the U.S. Embassy at the event and joined Embassy employees, friends, and families participating in the parade. Secretary of State Pompeo recently said: “Dignity and equality are core American values underpinned by our Constitution. We will continue to stand up for ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 11 June, 2018 | Topics:
Embassy, News
| Tags: News
U.S. Ambassador Eric Rubin and Nicole Simmons hosted a roundtable discussion at their residence in Sofia today titled “Cultural Bridge – Talking About Landscape Photography.” Guests of honor photographers Deborah Bright (USA) and Alexander Ivanov (Bulgaria), as well as other well-known Bulgarian photographers, discussed their thoughts and experiences photographing the world around us. The discussion ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 1 June, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Art & Culture, Embassy, Events, News
| Tags: culture, News
Bulgarian and American airmen celebrated for the first time together June 1, Children’s Day, with 150 Bulgarian children of different ages from Bulgarian schools and kindergartens which have received humanitarian assistance in projects, funded by the Embassy’s Office of Defense Cooperation. The American pilots and airmen from the Oregon National Guard are in Bulgaria for ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 1 June, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News
| Tags: News
General Konstantin Popov, Chair of Bulgaria’s Parliamentary Defense Committee and former Commanding Officer of Graf Ignatievo Air Base, enjoyed a chat and a flight in a U.S. f-15 fighter aircraft with U.S. Colonel Duke Pirak, Commander of the 142nd Fighter Wing of the Oregon Air National Guard. They flew together as part of Thracian Eagle ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 1 June, 2018 | Topics:
News
| Tags: Security Partnership
Coca-Cola’s choice to build a Development Center for Intelligent Technology in Bulgaria reflects the optimism that the U.S. Mission also feels about Bulgaria’s future. Today we mark the opening of Coca Cola’s newest IT Development Center, and note that Coca-Cola’s continued investment in Bulgaria supports Bulgaria’s economy and workforce. – Ambassador Rubin at today’s launch ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 30 May, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events, News
| Tags: Ambassador, News
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT # 16 – 2018 U.S. Embassy Sofia U.S. Mission U.S. Embassy Sofia Announcement Number: Sofia-2018-16 Position Title: Custodian (On-Call) Opening Period: May 25, 2018 – June 9, 2018 Series/Grade: LE 1305 1 For More Info: Human Resources Office Mailing ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 25 May, 2018 | Topics:
Embassy, Job Opportunities, News
| Tags: job announcement, News
From January 2017 through May 2018, the U.S. Government has taken action to support the
EU-U.S. and Swiss-U.S. Privacy Shield Frameworks .
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 25 May, 2018 | Topics:
Commercial Affairs, News
| Tags: Events, News
U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions was welcomed by Bulgarian Minister of Justice Tsetska Tsacheva at an official government reception welcoming the U.S. delegation who arrived in Sofia to attend an EU-U.S. Justice and Home Ministerial meeting.
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 23 May, 2018 | Topics:
News
| Tags: News
U.S. Deputy Secretary of Homeland Security Claire Grady toured the Bulgarian National Museum of History yesterday where she marveled at renowned artifacts depicting centuries of Bulgarian history. Bulgaria’s Minister of Interior Valentin Radev added personal insight into the fascinating tour. Deputy Secretary Grady is in Bulgaria to participate in an EU-U.S. Justice and Home Affairs ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 23 May, 2018 | Topics:
Embassy, News, U.S. & Bulgaria
| Tags: News
You are the backbone of Bulgaria’s National Debate Team, you won a national cyber security competition, you earned awards from the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences for computer science, you were awarded Presidential medals by two presidents, and you are admitted to some of the world’s top universities, such as Dartmouth, NYC, Tufts, Columbia, Brown, Yale, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 21 May, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Education, Embassy, News
| Tags: Ambassador, Education, News
The music duo “The Cracks” – Dylan Vaughn and Stephen Kavanagh – with guitars and song, harmonica and percussion will take you on a magical journey of the best of American music: blues, folk, jazz, gospel, ragtime, swing, soul, funk, bluegrass, country and much more. This will be a real celebration at which you’ll want ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 21 May, 2018 | Topics:
Culture, Events, News
| Tags: culture, Embassy, News
May 18 – Ambassador Rubin assisted in opening the new America for Bulgaria Campus Center at the American College of Sofia this morning. This beautiful new building, funded by the America for Bulgaria Foundation and the U.S. Agency for International Development, continues approximately 150 years of American-Bulgarian educational ties.
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 18 May, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Education, News
| Tags: Ambassador, News
Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary of State Elizabeth Millard participated in the conference “Democracy That Delivers: Unlocking the Potential of the Western Balkans,” organized by the Center for the Study of Democracy. “We value our relationship with Bulgaria and see your country as a leader, including in ensuring European energy security and in contributing to collective ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 16 May, 2018 | Topics:
Embassy, News
| Tags: Embassy, News
See how you can check if you were selected.
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 16 May, 2018 | Topics:
Consular Affairs, Immigrant Visas, News
| Tags: Consular Affairs, News
The Announcement No.: PR7337572 Date Issued: May 16, 2018 Due Date: June 7, 2018
Make Ready and Repair of US Government Owned Residential Property, Sofia (PDF 411 KB)
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 16 May, 2018 | Topics:
Business, Embassy, News
| Tags: Local business opportunities, News
The requirement is for works and construction activities including furnishing all labor, material, and equipment required for the alterations, improvements and additions to the residential building in order to accommodate requirements for the residence to serve as the new Chief of Mission Residence (CMR) for U.S. Embassy Sofia.
Pre-Solicitation Notice (PDF 30.4 KB)
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 15 May, 2018 | Topics:
Business, Embassy, News
| Tags: Embassy, Local business opportunities, News
Ambassador Rubin, as a member of the Roma Inclusion Ambassadors Group (RIAG), attended a national conference today focused on Roma educational integration in Bulgaria. AMB Rubin joined many other attendees discussing this important topic, including: Swiss Ambassador Denis Knobel; Ambassadors from Italy, Netherlands, and the UK; The German Embassy Deputy Chief of Mission; Bulgarian Deputy ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 14 May, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Education, Events, News
| Tags: Ambassador, News
Yesterday, May 10, we were visited in the Embassy by the Bulgarian Institute of Cryobiology and Food Technology which develops contemporary technologies for cryopreservation of biologic materials. Bulgaria is one of the biggest manufacturers of “space” food, with the Bulgarian “space” menu being currently in use by many space programs across the world. Not only ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 11 May, 2018 | Topics:
Embassy, Events, News
| Tags: Events, News
NASA Astronaut Richard “Rick” Linnehan will visit Bulgaria May 9-14, 2018. He will spend time in Sofia and Plovdiv, and will talk about his life as an astronaut. He will also talk about following dreams, the importance of STEM education, and the opportunities available to those who work hard and are willing to try new ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 4 May, 2018 | Topics:
Embassy, Events, News, Press Releases
| Tags: NASA
The U.S. Embassy in Sofia was honored to host more than 30 high school students and their teachers on April 27, just one day before the CorPlus National English Spelling Bee. These students were from all parts of Bulgaria, and advanced to the national finals due to their hard work, determination and spelling skills. During ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 2 May, 2018 | Topics:
Education, Embassy, Events, News
| Tags: Education, News
Ambassador Eric Rubin travelled to the town of Razgrad where he met with Razgrad mayor Valentin Vassilev, visited poultry production company “Ameta,” joined Bulgarian Prime Minister Borissov, DPM Donchev, Minister of Agriculture Porozhanov, ADM President for Europe, Middle East, and Africa Pierre Duprat, and local Razgrad officials in a ceremony marking the groundbreaking of an ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 30 April, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Embassy, Events, News
| Tags: Ambassador, News
This year the production company “Varna International” has prepared an interesting program with premiere performances and an intriguing international music team. The 19th Varna International Music Academy will be held from May 27th to June 6th and the 7th Varna International Opera Academy in the period May 20th – June 17th. Once again, the Bulgarian-American ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 30 April, 2018 | Topics:
Culture, Events, News
| Tags: culture, News
The White House Office of the Press Secretary April 26, 2018 I am pleased with the Senate’s confirmation of Mike Pompeo to serve as our country’s top diplomat. Having a patriot of Mike’s immense talent, energy, and intellect leading the Department of State will be an incredible asset for our country at this critical time ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 27 April, 2018 | Topics:
Government Offices, News
| Tags: Government Offices
Seven U.S. higher education institutions “met” with Bulgarian students, university and high school representatives, educators, international education advisors, and journalists at the 3rd Southeastern Europe Virtual Education Fair at the U.S. Embassy. Cultural Affairs Officer Matt Hagengruber noted the U.S. Embassy commitment to supporting STEM education projects (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math). Commercial Attaché Maria Galindo ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 27 April, 2018 | Topics:
Commercial Affairs, Culture, Education, Embassy, Events, News
| Tags: Education, Embassy
Ambassador Eric Rubin joined Bulgarian Minister of Education Krasimir Valchev, America for Bulgaria (ABF) President Nancy Schiller, and other ABF representatives during a ribbon-cutting ceremony for fully renovated math and science classrooms in Sofia’s William Gladstone #18 High School. Jointly financed by America for Bulgaria Foundation and the school’s state-delegated budget, the project includes five ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 25 April, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Education, Embassy, Events, News
| Tags: Eduvcation
April 25, 2018 The U.S. Embassy in Bulgaria is pleased to announce that the highly acclaimed US Army in Europe (USAREUR) Band will be on tour in Bulgaria from May 4th to 6th. The tour will include free live performances in three Bulgarian cities: Russe – May 4th, 19:00 – Dohodno Zdanie Veliko Turnovo – ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 25 April, 2018 | Topics:
News, Press Releases, U.S. & Bulgaria
| Tags: U.S. & Bulgaria
On April 22, we observe the 48th annual Earth Day. This Earth Day, we highlight the importance of both environmentally sound waste management and the prevention and reduction of marine debris, which is mostly comprised of plastic waste. The United States is working internationally to encourage innovation in the waste sector, to spur new infrastructure ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 22 April, 2018 | Topics:
Environment, News
| Tags: Environment
Ambassador Rubin, Nessebar Mayor Nikolay Dimitrov and Mrs. Nicole Simmons inspected the reconstruction of the historic John Aliturgetos Church in Nessebar. U.S. Embassy Sofia is financing reconstruction of this important historic treasure through the Ambassador’s Fund For Cultural Preservation. “I’m impressed with Nessebar and looking forward to visiting again for the official opening of the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 19 April, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Culture, Embassy, News
| Tags: AFCP
R E V I S E D APPLICANTS WHO RESPONDED TO VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENTS #13-2018 NEED NOT APPLY AS THEIR APPLICATION WILL BE CONSIDERED REVISION: Revised closing date. OPEN TO: All Interested Candidates/All sources POSITION: COMPUTER PROGRAMMER, FSN-10 ERR*, FP-5** (Applications Development and Support ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 18 April, 2018 | Topics:
Embassy, Job Opportunities, News
| Tags: job opportunities, News
Position Title: Human Resources Clerk Opening Period: April 18, 2018 – May 7, 2018 Series/Grade: LE 305 6 For More Info: Human Resources Office Mailing Address: U.S. Embassy Sofia, 16 Kozyak St., 1408 Sofia E-mail ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 18 April, 2018 | Topics:
Embassy, Job Opportunities, News
| Tags: Embassy, job opportunities, News
On April 17 the Embassy was visited by 20 teenagers from across Bulgaria who are studying English through the project “A Step Toward Success.” Funded by the U.S. Department of State and implemented by the Bulgarian NGO Trust for Social Achievement, “A Step Toward Success” offers English language and leadership development classes and camps to ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 18 April, 2018 | Topics:
Education, Embassy, Events, News
| Tags: Education, News
Funded by the U.S. Department of State and implemented by World Learning, the new Digital Communication Network exchange program in the U.S. for digital media professionals created and supports a collaborative network of communication professionals from across Europe and Central Asia, working together to strengthen communication skills through the development and dissemination of digital content. ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 17 April, 2018 | Topics:
Education, Non Immigrant Visas
| Tags: Education, News
“I am grateful to Bulgarian service members for their professionalism and dedication, and we’re here tonight to support their families as well during their deployment.” – U.S. Defense Attache Col. Shannon Johnson honored Bulgaria’s 101st Alpine Regiment, which is deployed to Afghanistan, on Saturday night at Smolyan’s Garrison Military Club. Col. Johnson and several U.S. ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 16 April, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News, U.S. & Bulgaria
| Tags: Embassy, News
On April 13 Ambassador Rubin joined Bulgarian and American Fulbright alumni, representatives of partner organizations, official guests, and Fulbright friends at a gala marking the 25th anniversary of the Fulbright Commission in Bulgaria. Ambassador Rubin expressed gratitude to the Fulbright Commission, Board and staff, as well as long-standing partners such as the America for Bulgaria ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 13 April, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Education, Embassy, News
| Tags: Fulbright
Roof Edge Fall Protection System for U.S. Embassy, Sofia, Bulgaria Buildings PR7191445 (April 11, 2018 – April 25, 2018)
Roof Edge Fall Protection System for U.S. Embassy, Sofia, Bulgaria Buildings (PDF 519 KB) Attachment 1 – to be provided upon request
Attachment 2 (PDF 137 LB)
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 11 April, 2018 | Topics:
Business, News
| Tags: Local business opportunities, News
OPEN TO: All interested candidates /All sources NOTE: This is a temporary replacement appointment for approximately 13 months. The applicant hired for this temporary position should not expect to be hired into permanent Embassy position when his/her limited-duration contract expires. POSITION: Voucher Examiner (Temp) – FSN-8 (Accounts Payable Specialist) OPENING DATE: April ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 5 April, 2018 | Topics:
Job Opportunities, News
| Tags: job opportunities, News
U.S. Ambassador Eric Rubin paid a visit to Stara Zagora and Galabovo on March 28-29. The Ambassador toured two of the largest American investments in Bulgaria – AES Maritsa East 1 and ContourGlobal Maritsa East 3 and visited some of their community programs that assist hundreds of thousands of Bulgarians. The two thermal power plants ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 30 March, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, News, Press Releases
| Tags: Ambassador, News, Press Releases
Effective April 2, 2018, the cost to execute a U.S. passport using the DS-11 form (first-time applicants over age 16; children under age 16; applicants re-applying after reporting a previous passport lost or stolen) will increase from $25 to $35. Passport execution involves the submission of a passport application in person to a passport acceptance ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 30 March, 2018 | Topics:
News, Press Releases
| Tags: Consular Affairs, Passports
OPEN TO: All Interested Candidates/All sources POSITION: COMPUTER PROGRAMMER, FSN-10 ERR*, FP-5** (Applications Development and Support Specialist) OPENING DATE: March 29, 2018 CLOSING DATE: April 18, 2018 WORK HOURS: Full-time, 40 hours/week ALL ORDINARILY RESIDENT (OR) APPLICANTS (See Appendix A for definition) MUST HAVE THE REQUIRED WORK AND RESIDENCY PERMITS TO BE ELIGIBLE ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 29 March, 2018 | Topics:
Embassy, Job Opportunities, News
| Tags: computer programmer
U.S. Ambassador Rubin: “We strongly support U.S. investments in Bulgaria and the American companies working here.” “Private contract negotiations are not something in which the U.S. Government will play a role.” March 29, 2018 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE U.S. Ambassador Eric Rubin reiterates American government support for U.S. companies investing in Bulgaria. “We strongly support U.S. ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 29 March, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, News, Press Releases
| Tags: Ambassador, press release
OPEN TO: All interested candidates POSITION: LEGAL ADVISOR, FSN-11, FP-4* OPENING DATE: March 27, 2018 CLOSING DATE: April 9, 201 WORK HOURS: Full-time, 40 hours/week ALL ORDINARILY RESIDENT (OR) APPLICANTS (See Appendix A for definition) MUST HAVE THE REQUIRED WORK AND RESIDENCY PERMITS TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION. The U.S. Mission in ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 27 March, 2018 | Topics:
Embassy, Job Opportunities, News
| Tags: Embassy, job opportunities
Ambassador Rubin delivered opening remarks at the IT Hub Connect Conference today at Sofia Tech Park. The Ambassador reiterated that the U.S. is committed to partnerships promoting technological innovation, cyber security and privacy. “When government, industry, and academia work together our achievements are truly remarkable.”
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 27 March, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Business, Events, News
| Tags: Ambassador, News
(With the support of the U.S. Embassy in Bulgaria) March Music Days International Festival is one of the oldest and most reputed festival stages in Bulgaria, a festival of modern program strategy and high public rating. Founded in 1961 and organized by Ruse Municipality, every year the festival turns the city of Ruse – the biggest and ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 20 March, 2018 | Topics:
Culture, Embassy, Events, News
| Tags: culture, Embassy, News
The U.S. Embassy in Sofia, Bulgaria announces an open competition for organizations to submit applications to carry out programs to promote media literacy among young Bulgarians. Deadline for Applications: May 15, 2018. Please carefully follow all instructions. For more information, download the complete
Notice of Funding Opportunity .
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 15 March, 2018 | Topics:
Embassy, News
| Tags: Embassy, News
“SPOTLIGHT: USA,” a platform of American dance in Bulgaria, will feature U.S. dance companies in performances in Plovdiv, Bulgaria, from March 26-28, 2018. SPOTLIGHT will introduce American dance companies to international dance professionals, increase cultural exchange and appreciation between the U.S. and Bulgaria, provide opportunities for American dance to be seen and embraced by international ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 14 March, 2018 | Topics:
Art & Culture, Culture, Events, News
| Tags: culture, Embassy, News
Today, Ambassador Eric Rubin joined U.S. Special Envoy for Holocaust Issues Tom Yazdgerdi, U.S. Ambassador to Macedonia Jess Baily, Paul Shapiro and Radu Ioanid of the U.S. Holocaust Museum, Bulgarian Prime Minister Boyko Borissov, Macedonian Prime Minister Zoran Zaev, Bulgarian Deputy Prime Minister Krasimir Karakachanov and members of the Bulgarian and Macedonian Jewish communities for the March of the Living ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 12 March, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events, News
| Tags: Ambassador, News
Bulgarians celebrate March 10 as the Day of Salvation, by which they honor and remember the actions taken by Bulgarian leaders and civilians that ensured no Jewish Bulgarians were deported to Nazi concentration camps during WWII. Ambassador Rubin joined many others in this year’s ceremony at the Monument of Salvation in Sofia recognizing the 75th ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 9 March, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Embassy, Events, News
| Tags: Ambassador, News
Are you an aspiring writer who would like to attend a special 12-week residency program in America? Consider applying for the International Writing Program Fall Residency at the University of Iowa. This program brings 35 writers together from around the world for an intensive 12-week program designed to spur creativity, support professional development, and promote freedom ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 8 March, 2018 | Topics:
Embassy, News
| Tags: Embassy, News
R E V I S E D APPLICANTS WHO RESPONDED TO VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENTS #08-2018 NEED NOT APPLY AS THEIR APPLICATION WILL BE CONSIDERED REVISION: Revised closing date. OPEN TO: All interested candidates / All sources POSITION: Access Control Guard (LGF) Full performance level: FSN-03 Trainee level: FSN-02 OPENING DATE: March 7, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 7 March, 2018 | Topics:
Embassy, Job Opportunities, News
| Tags: job opportunities, News
SOFIA INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL is the biggest film festival in Bulgaria. It began in 1997 and attracts more than 85 000 spectators annually. The festival aims to present the best of the contemporary cinema to local audiences and regional Bulgarian and Balkan cinema to international audiences, as well as to encourage cooperation between local and ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 28 February, 2018 | Topics:
Art & Culture, Culture, Embassy, News
| Tags: culture, News
On Friday, February 23rd, Ambassador Rubin launched the 2018 Summer Work and Travel (SWT) Program. Each year approximately 6,000 Bulgarian university students participate, spending their summer in the United States. The event was attended by Consul General Kate McGeary and members of the SWT Alumni Association, who highlighted their SWT success stories and the long-term ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 23 February, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Consular Affairs, Events, News
| Tags: Consular Affairs, Summer Work and Travel Program
Note: This program is entirely on a volunteer basis; there is no compensation attached to this internship and no benefits, nor any future employment rights. Service is not creditable for leave accrual. Open to: Foreign National Students, non-U.S. citizens Position: Student Intern in Financial Management Office Opening Date: February 23, 2018 Closing ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 23 February, 2018 | Topics:
Embassy, Job Opportunities, News
| Tags: Intern
OPEN TO: All interested candidates / All sources POSITION: Access Control Guard (LGF) Full performance level: FSN-03 Trainee level: FSN-02 OPENING DATE: February 21, 2018 CLOSING DATE: March 6, 2018 WORK HOURS: Full-time, 40 hours/week ALL ORDINARILY RESIDENT (OR) APPLICANTS (See Appendix ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 21 February, 2018 | Topics:
Embassy, Job Opportunities, News
| Tags: Embassy, job opportunities, News
APPLICANTS WHO RESPONDED TO VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENTS #06-2018 NEED NOT APPLY AS THEIR APPLICATION WILL BE CONSIDERED REVISION: Revised closing date. OPEN TO: All interested candidates /All sources NOTE: This is a temporary replacement appointment for approximately 13 months. The applicant hired for this temporary position should not expect to be hired into permanent ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 20 February, 2018 | Topics:
Embassy, News
| Tags: job opportunities
The U.S. Embassy to Bulgaria is saddened and troubled to see the display of intolerance represented by the Lukov March. General Hristo Lukov was a Nazi supporter who promoted hate and injustice, and is not someone deserving of veneration. We reiterate our appreciation for the dedicated efforts of the Government of Bulgaria and Sofia Mayor ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 17 February, 2018 | Topics:
Embassy, News
| Tags: Lukov March, News
Event 1: A counter protest on Saturday, February 17, 2018 at 12:00 pm, to counter the Lukov March in the evening. Location 1: Meeting at “Tsentralna Banya” Park and proceeding to Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, downtown Sofia. Event 2: A protest on Saturday, February 17, 2018 between 5:30 pm and 8:30 pm. This will be the annual Lukov March. Location 2: Meeting ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 16 February, 2018 | Topics:
Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
| Tags: News, Security Messages
Location: Sofia University, downtown Sofia Main entrance of Sofia University at the junction of boulevards “Tsar Osvoboditel” and “Vasil Levski.” Event: A protest on Thursday, February 15, 2018 between 4:30 pm and 6:30 pm. The protest is organized by the Lukov March organizers to take place during a human rights forum that will be held at the university. U.S. ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 15 February, 2018 | Topics:
Alert, News
| Tags: Messages for U.S. Citizen, Security Messages
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 15, 2018 “Bulgaria has a history of tolerance worthy of emulation. A history that evokes national pride and international respect. Bulgaria’s history of tolerance and inclusivity, as well as more recent progress, should not be distorted by those who seek to divide Bulgarians along racial, political, and social divides. Let me ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 15 February, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, News, Press Releases
| Tags: Ambassador, News, Press Releases
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 15 February, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, News, Speeches
| Tags: Ambassador, News, speeches
Last week 4,000 students from 207 schools all over Bulgaria had 1 hour to write on imaginative topics such as “The girl who danced with a wizard,” “Midnight, on the bridge. Come alone!” “Life was better on the other side,” and “Don’t forget to remember” in the 8th annual CORPLUS Foundation Bulgarian National Creative English Writing Competition. Eventually a ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 14 February, 2018 | Topics:
Education, English Language Learning, News
| Tags: English Learning
By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 8 February, 2018 | Topics:
Embassy, News
| Tags: Local business opportunities
U.S. Embassy Sofia was delighted to welcome Bulgarian Grand Master Veselin Topalov for friendly chess games with 14 lucky embassy employees and foundation members. The Embassy proudly works closely with Topalov Foundation to promote and support young, talented Bulgarian and American chess players. One employee managed to play our Grand Master to a draw!
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 7 February, 2018 | Topics:
Embassy, News
| Tags: Embassy, News
OPEN TO: All interested candidates /All sources NOTE: This is a temporary replacement appointment for approximately 13 months. The applicant hired for this temporary position should not expect to be hired into permanent Embassy position when his/her limited-duration contract expires. POSITION: Voucher Examiner ( (Accounts Payable Specialist) OPENING DATE: February 6, 2018 CLOSING ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 6 February, 2018 | Topics:
Embassy, News
| Tags: job opportunities
Starting her visit to the city of Kardzhali, Chargé D’Affaires Martina Strong visited the regional museum in town to learn more about the history of the region. Mrs. Strong is in Kardzhali on the occasion of the traditional “Month of America,” organized by the local Friends of America Society. Charge d’Affaires Martina Strong launched the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 1 February, 2018 | Topics:
Chargé D’Affaires, Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, News
| Tags: Chargé D’Affaires, DCM, News
The Employee Association at the U.S. Embassy in Sofia is offering a solicitation for a Concessionaire Agreement to operate the cafeteria at the Embassy compound, located in the Lozenets neighborhood. Experienced companies are invited to register by calling Val Petrov at +359 2 937-5129 or emailing
PetrovVI@state.gov by February 7, 2018, 4:00 pm, if interested ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 31 January, 2018 | Topics:
Embassy, News
| Tags: Local Business, News
January 30, 2018 U.S. Capitol Washington, D.C. 9:10 P.M. EST THE PRESIDENT: Mr. Speaker, Mr. Vice President, Members of Congress, the First Lady of the United States, and my fellow Americans: Less than one year has passed since I first stood at this podium, in this majestic chamber, to speak on behalf of the American ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 31 January, 2018 | Topics:
News, President of the United States
| Tags: Donald J. Trump, U.S. Policy
Are you ready to bring entrepreneurship to the next level? Become a Young Transatlantic Innovation Leaders Initiative (YTILI) fellow! YTILI connects entrepreneurs and startups throughout the United States and Europe, with a focus on deepening economic ties and promoting business opportunities across the United States. If you are young (ages 24-35), enthusiastic, and creative with innovative, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 29 January, 2018 | Topics:
Business, Economic Affairs, News
| Tags: Economic Ties, Enterpreneurs, Startups
Ambassador Rubin joined Bulgaria’s MFA to pay tribute to 36 diplomats from 21 countries who saved hundreds of Jews from deportation to concentration camps during WWII. Ambassador Rubin also had the honor of announcing the winners of Fulbright Bulgaria’s Thanks to Scandinavia scholarship program.
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 26 January, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, News
| Tags: Ambassador, Holocaust
Your vote counts! Did you know that many U.S. elections for house and senate seats have been decided by a margin smaller than the number of ballots cast by absentee voters? All states are required to count every absentee ballot as long as it is valid and reaches local election officials by the absentee ballot ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 24 January, 2018 | Topics:
Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News, Notification
| Tags: Consular Affairs, Messages for U.S. Citizen
(As prepared) “Good morning. I am delighted to join you this morning for this second ABF All-Grantee Forum, and it is wonderful to see this fantastic turnout. I am consistently inspired and impressed by all that you are accomplishing here in Bulgaria, all of you working together, and it is an honor for me to ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 23 January, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Embassy, News
| Tags: Ambassqador
At this time, scheduled passport and visa services will continue during the lapse in appropriations as the situation permits. This website will not be regularly updated until full operations resume, with the exception of emergency safety and security information.
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 22 January, 2018 | Topics:
Consular Affairs, News
| Tags: Consular Section
OPEN TO: All Interested Candidates/All sources POSITION: ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT, FSN-7, FP-7 OPENING DATE: January 19, 2018 CLOSING DATE: February 1, 2018 WORK HOURS: Full-time, 40 hours/week NOTE: Due to the agency specific skills, knowledge, and abilities required the selected applicants may be hired at a developmental level one grade lower than the full ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 19 January, 2018 | Topics:
News
| Tags: job opportunities
Companies with prior experience in forwarding services, good local staff and equipment are invited to provide response to solicitation set out by the Embassy of U.S.A, Sofia. Please call tel: 939 5665 or send e-mail to:
RafailovaVe@state.gov , until 4:00 pm Tuesday, January 30, 2018 if interested in obtaining the solicitation package.
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 16 January, 2018 | Topics:
Business, Embassy, News
| Tags: Embassy, Local Business
Our friends from St. Cyril and Methodius Elementary School in Razhdavitsa helped us celebrate Roma New Year. After their special performance of traditional song and dance they gifted us with luck for the year!
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 12 January, 2018 | Topics:
Embassy, Events, News
| Tags: Events, News
The U.S. Embassy in Bulgaria Supports the Power of the Bulgarian Spirit Sanya Zhekova, Petar Stoychev and Prof. Pimpirev are among the new ambassadors of “The Power Is in You” campaign On Jan 10, 2018, U.S. Ambassador to Bulgaria Mr. Eric Rubin announced the continuation of “The Power Is in You” campaign, which congratulates Bulgaria ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 10 January, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, News, Press Releases
| Tags: Ambassador, Events, News
The US Embassy in Sofia is offering three slots to teachers of English (Bulgarian nationals) on an online course taught by World Learning. The title of the course is: Integrating Critical Thinking Skills into the Exploration of Culture in an EFL Setting. The training starts on April 3, 2018 and continues for 8 weeks. For ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 9 January, 2018 | Topics:
Education, News, Scholarships and Exchanges
| Tags: Education, exchange programs
United States Embassy Sofia, Bulgaria On Wednesday, January 10, 2018, the Department of State will make changes to its safety and security information to make it easier to find, understand, and use. Travel Advisories will replace Travel Warnings and Travel Alerts. Every country will have a Travel Advisory that will provide one of four standard ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 8 January, 2018 | Topics:
Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News, U.S. Citizen Services
| Tags: Security Messages, U.S. Citizen Services
“His Majesty, the King of the Bulgarians, has deigned to appoint me his representative near the Government of the United States.” Dr. Stefan Panaterov, first Bulgarian Special Envoy and Minister Plenipotentiary to the United States, to U.S. President Woodrow Wilson on Dec. 22, 1914.
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 22 December, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, Embassy, Events, News
| Tags: Bulgarian Special Envoy and Minister Plenipotentiary to the United States
Entrepreneur Liubov Kirilova represented Bulgaria at the 8th annual Global Entrepreneurship Summit (GES) in November 2017. The United States and India co-hosted the 2017 GES with the theme Women First, Prosperity for All focusing on support for women entrepreneurs and fostering economic growth globally. Liubov Kirilova is a C-Level professional working in the financial-tech tech industry, telecommunications, payments industry ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 20 December, 2017 | Topics:
Embassy, News
| Tags: Entrepreneurship
United States Embassy Sofia, Bulgaria The recent announcement that the United States recognizes Jerusalem as the capital of Israel and plans to relocate the U.S. Embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem may spark protests, some of which have the potential to become violent. U.S. Embassy Sofia reminds U.S. citizens of the need for caution and awareness ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 12 December, 2017 | Topics:
Messages for U.S. Citizens, News, Security & Emergency Messages
| Tags: Security Messages, U.S. Citizen Services
Note: This program is entirely on a volunteer basis; there is no compensation attached to this internship and no benefits, nor any future employment rights. Service is not creditable for leave accrual. Open to: Foreign National Students, non-U.S. citizens Position: Student Intern Computer Programmer Opening Date: December 11, 2017 Closing date: ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 11 December, 2017 | Topics:
Embassy, Job Opportunities, News
| Tags: Embassy, job opportunities
The U.S. Embassy in Sofia, Bulgaria is currently accepting proposals for the 2018 Ambassador’s Fund for Cultural Preservation. The AFCP supports projects to preserve cultural heritage in the following three categories: CULTURAL SITE: includes (but is not limited to) historic buildings and archaeological sites. Restoration of a historic building, an archaeological survey as a component ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 11 December, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, Culture, Embassy, News
| Tags: Ambassador, culture
As part of the Department of State’s continuous efforts to provide U.S. citizens traveling abroad with information about safety and security events, we are updating the Worldwide Caution with information on the continuing threat of terrorist actions, political violence, and criminal activity against U.S. citizens and interests abroad. This replaces the Worldwide Caution dated September ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 7 December, 2017 | Topics:
Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News, Security & Emergency Messages
| Tags: Security Messages, U.S. Citizen Services
RFQ PR6897234 – Travel Management Services for U.S. Embassy, Sofia Government Employees Please visit:
https://bg.usembassy.gov/embassy/sofia/local-business-opportunities/ or
RFQ PR6897234 (PDF 702 KB)
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 5 December, 2017 | Topics:
Business, Embassy, News
| Tags: Local Business
Vacancy Announcement #14-2017 U.S. Embassy OPEN TO: All interested candidates / All sources POSITION: Access Control Guard (LGF) Full performance level: FSN-03 Trainee level: FSN-02 OPENING DATE: December 4, 2017 CLOSING DATE: December 17, 2017 WORK HOURS: Full-time, 40 hours/week ALL ORDINARILY RESIDENT (OR) APPLICANTS (See ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 4 December, 2017 | Topics:
Embassy, Job Opportunities, News
| Tags: job opportunities
Dear Consular section clients, please be advised that starting December 4, 2017 our regular pick-up/drop-off service at the main entrance of the Embassy will be provided between 3:00- 3:15 p.m.
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 1 December, 2017 | Topics:
Consular Affairs, News
| Tags: Consular Section
Bulgarian artists Silvia Pavlova and Tihomir Todorov are currently exhibited at Ambassador Rubin & Nicole Simmons’ 3rd art installation “Colors and Lines” at the Ambassador’s residence. The exhibit includes works by seven American artists, Pavlova, and Todorov.
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 30 November, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, Culture, Embassy, Events, News
| Tags: Ambassador, culture
U.S. Embassy Sofia Foreign National Student Intern Program # FCS 3 – 2017 Note: This program is entirely on a volunteer basis; there is no compensation attached to this internship and no benefits, nor any future employment rights. Service is not creditable for leave accrual. Open to: Foreign National Students, non-U.S. citizens Position: ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 22 November, 2017 | Topics:
Embassy, Job Opportunities, News
| Tags: job opportunities
November 21 – Ambassador Rubin spoke at the 14th annual American Chamber of Commerce in Sofia Thanksgiving Charity Dinner. The dinner raises funds for the “Get Ready To Succeed” and “We Can” funds of the BCause Foundation. For the 2017-2018 academic year, the “Get Ready To Succeed” fund awarded 100 scholarships to outstanding students who ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 22 November, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, Embassy, Events, News
| Tags: Thanksgiving
Dear Consular section clients, please be advised that our regular pick-up/drop-off service between 4:00- 4:30 p.m. at the main entrance will be changed to 2:00 – 2:30 p.m. on Wednesday, November 22, 2017. We are sorry for the inconvenience.
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 21 November, 2017 | Topics:
Consular Affairs, Messages for U.S. Citizens
| Tags: Consular Section
The Embassy of the United States of America invites you to submit a quotation for Routine Generator Maintenance. PR6888203 (November 20, 2017 – November 28, 2017)
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 20 November, 2017 | Topics:
Business, Embassy, News
| Tags: Local Business
The requirement is for Travel Management Services for official domestic and international travel of Government employees and their dependents. Solicitation Number: PR6897234 Date: November 20, 2017 Department of State, American Embassy, Sofia, Bulgaria. Please note this solicitation is not ready to be issued as of this date. The Embassy of the United States in Bulgaria ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 20 November, 2017 | Topics:
Business, News
| Tags: Local Business
U.S. Embassy, Sofia, Bulgaria European Travel Alert November 17, 2017 The Department of State alerts U.S. citizens to the heightened risk of terrorist attacks throughout Europe, particularly during the holiday season. U.S. citizens should exercise caution at holiday festivals and events. This Travel Alert expires on January 31, 2018. Recent, widely-reported incidents in France, Russia, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 17 November, 2017 | Topics:
Alert, Consular Affairs, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News, Security & Emergency Messages
| Tags: Messages
Dear Non-Immigrant Visa Clients, please be advised that beginning November 15, 2017 cash payments of the Non-immigrant Visa application fee can be made only at UniCredit Bulbank. Please note: cash payments made through DSK Bank after November 14 will not be accepted. Also, you may use our online payment option Trustly service. Find all details ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 15 November, 2017 | Topics:
Consular Affairs, News
| Tags: Consular Affairs
Deadline for application: December 10, 2017 The U.S. Embassy in Sofia, Bulgaria is now accepting applications for the 2018 Study of the U.S. Institute for Student Leaders on Civic Engagement. The Institute will take place in June and July 2018. The embassy will select one principal and two alternate candidates to compete for slots on ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 13 November, 2017 | Topics:
Education, News
| Tags: Education, exchange programs
Voucher Examiner (Temp) VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT # 12A- 2017 U.S. Embassy Sofia E X T E N D E D APPLICANTS WHO RESPONDED TO VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT #12-2017 NEED NOT APPLY AS THEIR APPLICATION WILL BE CONSIDERED OPEN TO: All interested candidates /All sources NOTE: This is a temporary replacement appointment for approximately ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 7 November, 2017 | Topics:
Embassy, Job Opportunities, News
| Tags: job vacancy
The U.S. Embassy in Sofia, Bulgaria is now accepting applications for six Study of the U.S. Institutes for multinational groups of experienced university faculty, scholars, and other professionals. The program will take place at various colleges, universities, and institutions throughout the United States over the course of six weeks beginning in June 2018 or later. ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 7 November, 2017 | Topics:
Education, News, Scholarships and Exchanges, Study in the U.S.
| Tags: Education, exchange programs, News
Are you working to improve your community? We invite you to apply for the Professional Fellows Program. Participants spend six weeks in the United States learning and sharing what they know about citizen advocacy, NGO development and community organization. The program is completely free, and the deadline to apply is November 30.
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 1 November, 2017 | Topics:
News, Scholarships and Exchanges
| Tags: Education, exchange programs, News
Dear Consular section clients, please be advised that our regular pick-up/drop-off service between 4:00- 4:30 p.m. at the main entrance will not be available on Wednesday, November 8th, 2017. We are sorry for the inconvenience.
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 31 October, 2017 | Topics:
Consular Affairs, News
| Tags: Consular Section
The Embassy has been informed that a protest will occur between 4 p.m. and 5 p.m. Wednesday, October 25, 2017 directly across from the embassy’s main entrance on Kozyak Street. Up to 120 protestors may attend. The embassy will remain open but advises U.S. citizens to avoid the area. Even demonstrations intended to be peaceful ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 24 October, 2017 | Topics:
News, Security & Emergency Messages, U.S. Citizen Services
| Tags: American Citizens, security message
Deadline for application: December 29, 2017 The U.S. Embassy in Sofia, Bulgaria is now accepting applications for the 2018 Study of the U.S. Institute (SUSI) for Secondary School Educators. The institute will take place over the course of five weeks in June 2018. The Institute includes a four-week academic residency component and a one week ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 23 October, 2017 | Topics:
Education, News
| Tags: educators, SUSI
Ambassador Rubin toured the Burgas Center for Children and Adolescents with Disabilities with Burgas Deputy Mayor for Culture and Education Yordanka Benova-Ananieva and Center Director Diana Kostova. The United States, in partnership with Burgas Municipality, completely renovated the building housing the Center. The Center, which reopened in March 2017, is located at the entrance of ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 23 October, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events, News
| Tags: Buirgas, Center for Children and Adolescents with Disabilities
October 19, 2017 Thank you all very much for the opportunity to speak here today. I would like to thank President Petko Chobanov, though he is unable to be here, Rector Galya Hristozova, and especially Vice Rector Milen Baltov, for organizing my visit here today. I am honored to be here at Burgas Free University, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 20 October, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events, News, Speeches
| Tags: Speech
Application Deadline: October 31, 2017! Are you working to support positive change in your home country? Helping preserve your community’s biodiversity for the next generation? Working to create job opportunities for at-risk youth? Bridging ethnic and cultural divides in your community? If so – come join the next generation of global leaders and apply for the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 20 October, 2017 | Topics:
News
| Tags: Community Solutions Program
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 19, 2017 U.S. Ambassador Eric Rubin spoke today at Burgas Free University, stressing ties between Bulgaria and the U.S., and reminiscing about his first experience in Bulgaria 25 years ago. “I am optimistic about Bulgaria’s future. I first came here in 1992, a time that your professors and parents will remember ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 19 October, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, News, Press Releases
| Tags: Burgas
October 19, 2017 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Due to technical issues, the registration period for DV-2019 is being restarted, and all entries made prior to October 18, 2017 will need to be resubmitted. We regret this inconvenience but in order to ensure fairness and protect the integrity of the process we must restart the entry process ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 19 October, 2017 | Topics:
News, Press Releases
| Tags: Consular Affairs, DV Lottery
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 17, 2017 October 17, 2017 the 8th annual Red Ribbon event was hosted by Bulgarian National Customs Service and United States Drug Enforcement Administration at Sofia Airport. Acting U.S. Deputy Chief of Mission Andrew McClearn said to 450 students attending, “Choosing a drug-free lifestyle is one of the most important things ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 17 October, 2017 | Topics:
Events, News, Press Releases
| Tags: Red Ribbon
Registration for the Bulgarian National English Spelling Bee Competition is from October 9 to October 25, 2017! Bulgarian National English Spelling Bee aims to strengthen the English language skills of Bulgarian students and to share innovative and interactive teaching methods with teachers. More than 6500 students from 304 schools participated in 2017 Spelling Bee. Similar ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 17 October, 2017 | Topics:
Education, Events, News
| Tags: Bulgarian National English Spelling Bee Competition
Registration for the Bulgarian Creative Writing Competition is from October 9 to October 25, 2017! The Bulgarian Creative Writing Competition was initiated in 2011. The competition is open to students from 6th to 12th grade and each year more than 4000 participants have the opportunity to express their creative thoughts in English. The students have ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 17 October, 2017 | Topics:
Education, Events, News
| Tags: Bulgarian Creative Writing Competition
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 16, 2017 “I’m confident I will be doing business in Bulgaria within the next few months. The Bulgarian market is extremely open and interested in engaging with U.S. companies.” – Charles Alvarado, Director of International Sales, Amalie Oil Company Over the weekend, 21 American businesses from 13 U.S. states arrived in ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 16 October, 2017 | Topics:
News, Press Releases, Trade
| Tags: Global Market, Trade Winds
Due to technical issues, the registration period for DV-2019 is being restarted, and all entries made prior to October 18, 2017, will need to be resubmitted for the entrant to be considered. The new registration period for DV-2019 opens for electronic entries at 19:00 h., Bulgarian time, Wednesday, October 18, 2017, and closes at 19:00 ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 16 October, 2017 | Topics:
Consular Affairs, News
| Tags: DV Lottery
Ambassador Eric Rubin joined EU Commissioner for Digital Economy and Society Maria Gabriel as 5th graders programmed Finch Robots at the American Corner in Sofia City Library. The students, from 94 Elementary School “Dimitar Strashimirov” were celebrating European Code Week by learning to program Finch with simple commands. The U.S. Embassy and Global Libraries – Bulgaria ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 13 October, 2017 | Topics:
Education, Events, News
| Tags: Finch Robots
Renowned American cartoonist Daryl Cagle was on a visit to Bulgaria October 5-10. Cagle opened an exhibit at the House for Humor and Satire in Gabrovo and delivered lectures at Sofia University, New Bulgarian University, and the Red House in Sofia. Daryl Cagle talked about the importance of the editorial political cartoons for the freedom ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 11 October, 2017 | Topics:
Culture, Events, News
| Tags: culture, News
The government of Turkey announced the immediate suspension of visa services to U.S. citizens, effective October 8, 2017. According to the government’s announcement, this includes the issuance of physical “sticker” visas at border posts, and the online Turkish electronic visa (e-visa). U.S. citizens planning travel to Turkey, and who have questions regarding this regulation should ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 10 October, 2017 | Topics:
Security & Emergency Messages, U.S. Citizen Services
| Tags: security message
The U.S. Embassy and Global Libraries – Bulgaria Foundation is sponsoring fun coding events during European Code Week. Librarians will help young participants program code to control Finch robots at over 140 workshops in 41 Bulgarian cities and villages from October 7-22. For more information:
v.bitzova@glbulgaria.net Save Save Save
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 6 October, 2017 | Topics:
Education, Events, News
| Tags: Global Libraries – Bulgaria Foundation
TRADEWINDS will be in SOFIA & BUCHAREST – October 15 to 20, 2017 TRADEWINDS, the largest annual United States government-led trade mission, sponsored by the U.S. Department of Commerce, will be in Sofia from October 15 to October 17. Twenty U.S. exporting, SME companies will have nearly 100 appointments with qualified Bulgarian companies, potential representatives ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 6 October, 2017 | Topics:
Business, Commercial Affairs, Events, News
| Tags: U.S. Export
The U.S. Embassy would like to announce that another e-Auction of surplus property (office and residential furniture, equipment, appliances, etc.) has started. The e-Auction will end on Sunday, October 8. To access the auction site on the Internet, please follow this link:
https://online-auction.state.gov/en-US The on-line auction is open to the public. You must be 18 years ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 5 October, 2017 | Topics:
Embassy, News
| Tags: Auction
The U.S. Embassy in Sofia, Bulgaria is now accepting applications for the 2018 Benjamin Franklin Transatlantic Fellows Summer Institute for young Americans and Europeans. The program will take place in June and July 2018. The institute will be hosted by Wake Forest University in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. All costs of the participants will be covered. ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 5 October, 2017 | Topics:
Education, News
| Tags: Exchage programs
The photo exhibit “Polaris” by Alaskan-born artist Acacia Johnson will be on display at Synthesis Gallery in Sofia (55 Vasil Levski Blvd., Sofia) through 16th October. Traversing remote landscapes in Alaska, Iceland, Greenland and Nunavut, Acacia Johnson seeks moments that seem to fall away from reality around the edges, into another realm. The official opening ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 5 October, 2017 | Topics:
Culture, Events, News
| Tags: Photo Exhibition
The exhibition opening is on October 3rd, from 19:00 at the SYNTHESIS Gallery. At 20:00 at the café-gallery PHOTOSYNTHESIS Acacia Johnson will present her projects with a slide show and will give a talk about her exploration of the communities in the Polar Regions. On October 4th, between 16:00 and 19:00 Acacia will review portfolios ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 2 October, 2017 | Topics:
Culture, Events, News
| Tags: Photo Exhibition
U.S. Embassy, Sofia, Bulgaria Turkey Travel Warning September 29, 2017 The Department of State warns U.S. citizens of the continuing threats from terrorist groups in Turkey.Due to the persistent threat of terrorism, the U.S. government restricts travel by U.S. government personnel to certain areas in southeast Turkey and limits the activities of U.S. government personnel ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 2 October, 2017 | Topics:
News, Security & Emergency Messages
| Tags: Consular Affairs, security message
U.S. Citizen volunteer wardens met with Ambassador Rubin and the American Citizen Services team as part of the joint effort to assist the U.S. Citizen community in Bulgaria. Save
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 29 September, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, Consular Affairs, Events, News
| Tags: Consular Affairs, U.S. Citizen Services
This week the U.S. celebrated 25 years of Combined Education and Training Programs in Bulgaria with an anniversary reception at the Ministry of Defense’s Lozenetz Residence. Our combined education and training programs have enabled 4,757 military officers, enlisted members, and civilian officials from Bulgaria’s Ministries of Defense, Interior, and Foreign Affairs to benefit from the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 29 September, 2017 | Topics:
Events, News
| Tags: IMET
Dates: October 07-11, 2017 Location: Cologne, Germany, Koelnmesse Profile and Attendance: ANUGA is the world’s largest food and beverage trade show. This year, 158 U.S. companies will be featured in eight different USA Pavilions, the largest program of this kind worldwide. Among them will be 42 companies exhibiting at ANUGA for the very first time! ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 29 September, 2017 | Topics:
Business, Commercial Affairs, Events, News, Trade
| Tags: Fair, FAS, Trade
For Immediate Release September 29, 2017 The Department of State made the formal public announcement of Diversity Visa (DV) 2019 program on September 13, 2017. The DV-2019 will be conducted entirely electronically at
dvlottery.state.gov . The registration period will run from 12:00 noon, Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) on October 3, 2017, through 12:00 noon, EST, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 29 September, 2017 | Topics:
Consular Affairs, Events, News, Press Releases
| Tags: Diversity Visa Program
September 25-30, 2017 For the 21st time in Haskovo will be held the International Haskovo Jazz Festival. There are two exhibitions, two documentaries, concerts and jam sessions with the participation of 59 artists.
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 25 September, 2017 | Topics:
Art & Culture, Culture, Events, News
| Tags: Jazz Fest
The International Biennale of Glass is a project without an analogue in Bulgaria. The Biennale team consists of young professionals offering the audience a rich cultural program with an international participation and diverse events. You will have the opportunity to visit exhibitions, lectures and workshops in different locations of the country. With its first edition, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 25 September, 2017 | Topics:
Art & Culture, Culture, Events, News
| Tags: International Biennale of Glass
October 2-12, 2017 SOFIA BITING DOCS presents a selection of documentary films, going into topics such as human rights, environmental problems, discrimination, disrespect for diversities, integration of minority groups – on the face of it, seemingly overexploited, but actually topical, controversial issues of key importance for the society, raising discussions and arguments. The festival focuses ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 25 September, 2017 | Topics:
Art & Culture, Culture, Events, News
| Tags: Biting Docs
The White House Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release September 19, 2017 10:04 A.M. EDT PRESIDENT TRUMP: Mr. Secretary General, Mr. President, world leaders, and distinguished delegates: Welcome to New York. It is a profound honor to stand here in my home city, as a representative of the American people, to address the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 21 September, 2017 | Topics:
News, President of the United States
| Tags: Donald J. Trump, United Nations General Assembly
The Embassy has been informed of a planned protest directly across Kozyak Street from the Embassy’s main entrance the afternoon of Wednesday, September 20, 2017. The Friends of Russia and the Orthodox World plans to stage a protest between the hours of 4 pm and 8 pm. The embassy will be open for normal services but advises U.S. ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 20 September, 2017 | Topics:
Messages for U.S. Citizens, Security & Emergency Messages
| Tags: Consular Section, Security Messages
Dear Consular section clients, please be advised that our regular pick-up/drop-off service between 4:00- 4:30 p.m. at the main entrance will not be available on Monday, October 2nd and Wednesday, November 8th, 2017. We are sorry for the inconvenience.
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 19 September, 2017 | Topics:
Consular Affairs
| Tags: News, notification
September 19, 1903 marks the establishment of diplomatic relations between the Principality of Bulgaria and the United States of America. On that date John B. Jackson, U.S. Envoy and Minister Plenipotentiary to Greece, Romania, and Serbia, resident in Athens, presented his Accreditation Letter from U.S. President Theodore Roosevelt to His Royal Highness Ferdinand, Prince of Bulgaria. ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 19 September, 2017 | Topics:
News, U.S. & Bulgaria
| Tags: Diplomatic Relations
U.S. Ambassador Eric Rubin today spoke to children, educators, and parents at St. St. Cyril and Methodius School in the village of Razhdavitsa. The school and Bulgarian NGO Amalipe Center for Interethnic Dialogue and Tolerance invited Ambassador Rubin to welcome students at the start of the new academic year. Kyustendil Mayor Petar Paunov and Regional Governor ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 15 September, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events, News, Press Releases
| Tags: Amalipe, Education
September 14, 2017 As part of the Department of State’s continuous efforts to provide U.S. citizens traveling abroad with information about safety and security events, we are updating the Worldwide Caution with information on the continuing threat of terrorist actions, political violence, and criminal activity against U.S. citizens and interests abroad. This replaces the Worldwide ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 15 September, 2017 | Topics:
Security & Emergency Messages
| Tags: ACS, security message
This September, the ‘Trust for Social Achievement’ (TSA) has organized its first English and leadership development camps as part of their ‘A Step Toward Success’ project. The camps focus on community engagement for Bulgaria’s disadvantaged children and youth and serve as a step towards forming a community of successful role models, as well as encouraging ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 14 September, 2017 | Topics:
Education, News, Press Releases
| Tags: A Step Toward Success, Trust for Social Achievement
The open competition for YES Bulgaria will take place
ONLINE during the months of September and October 2017. Interested candidates who meet the eligibility requirements are invited to complete a preliminary online application located at
https://ais.americancouncils.org/yes by the October 31, 2017 deadline. A selection committee will evaluate online applications and select semifinalists in November. Semifinalists will receive a ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 13 September, 2017 | Topics:
Education, News
| Tags: exchange programs
U.S. Embassy, Sofia, Bulgaria European Travel Alert August 31, 2017 The Department of State alerts U.S. citizens to the continued threat of terrorist attacks throughout Europe. This travel alert expires on November 30, 2017. Recent, widely reported incidents in France, Russia, Sweden, the United Kingdom, Spain, and Finland demonstrate that the Islamic State of Iraq ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 1 September, 2017 | Topics:
Security & Emergency Messages
| Tags: Europe, Security Messages
On August 31 four American students arrived at Sofia Airport as participants in the cultural and educational exchange program YES abroad. Lilly, Macana, Delani and Margaret will spend the next ten months attending a Bulgarian school and living with a Bulgarian family. YES abroad is a U.S. Department of State program for intercultural dialogue and ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 1 September, 2017 | Topics:
Education, News
| Tags: YES Program
The U.S. Embassy in Bulgaria is happy to support the Apollonia Festival of Arts, which is taking place Aug. 27th to Sept. 5th in the Black Sea town of Sozopol. Our selection for you from this year’s festival program is the play by American playwright Charles Evered called “Class”, which relates a story about theatrical art ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 25 August, 2017 | Topics:
Art & Culture, Events, News
| Tags: Apollonia
Need help getting started with university admissions? Join us for CollegeWeekLive’s International Students Day, a free online college fair on August 30th. Plus, get expert advice on starting your applications, writing essays, and getting the best scores. This is your chance to chat with Notre Dame, NYU, and 85+ other schools, as well as EducationUSA ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 23 August, 2017 | Topics:
Education, News
| Tags: Education, News
Aug. 15: Secretary of State Rex Tillerson released the
2016 Annual Report on International Religious Freedom . The Report describes the status of religious freedom in 199 countries worldwide. The report covers government policies violating religious belief and practices of groups, religious denominations and individuals, and U.S. policies to promote religious freedom around the world.
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 15 August, 2017 | Topics:
News
The U.S. Embassy is sponsoring the American component of NIGHT/PLOVDIV again this year. On 16 September, the highlights of the program are urban spaces and the international part of the HERE EVERYWHERE curated program. Part of the latter is the world premiere of the audio-visual performance “Liminal” by American artist Mary Franck, which has to ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 14 August, 2017 | Topics:
Art & Culture, News
| Tags: Art
The U.S. Embassy is happy to support at this year’s edition of the Radar Festival Beyond Music in Varna a music theater performance, Notes on Hopper, which tells a story about the life and works of renouned American painter Edward Hopper as seen through the eyes of his wife and fellow artist Josephine Nivison. In ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 8 August, 2017 | Topics:
Events, News
| Tags: music, theater, Varna
The world’s 23,001st Starbucks opened in Sofia! DCM Martina Strong gave remarks and helped cut the ribbon at the grand opening of Bulgaria’s 6th Starbucks.
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 2 August, 2017 | Topics:
Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, News
| Tags: Starbucks
Press Statement Heather Nauert Department Spokesperson Washington, DC August 1, 2017 The United States congratulates Bulgaria and Macedonia on the signing of the Treaty of Friendship, Good-neighborliness and Cooperation. This important, forward-looking agreement recognizes the already strong ties between the two countries and opens the door to even closer cooperation going forward in areas as ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 2 August, 2017 | Topics:
News, Press Releases
| Tags: Good-neighborliness and Cooperation, Treaty of Friendship
American officers from 2nd Cavalry Regiment, U.S. Army Europe paid their respect and laid a wreath the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Sofia just before the joint static display of U.S. and Bulgarian combat vehicles in Sofia on Thursday, July 27. Sofia residents and visitors had the opportunity to see American M 11126 Stryker ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 28 July, 2017 | Topics:
Events, News
| Tags: U.S. Army Europe
United States DEA officers teamed up with Varna municipality representatives on July 26 to talk with 100 Bulgarian high schоolers about the dangers of drug trafficking.
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 27 July, 2017 | Topics:
Events, News
| Tags: DEA, drug, trafficking
The U.S. Embassies in Bulgaria and Macedonia welcome the approval of the draft Bulgaria-Macedonia friendship agreement. The agreement acknowledges the close ties between the countries and celebrates a will by both sides to enhance cooperation in the interest of their citizens. Such engagement sets an encouraging example for resolving issues between neighbors and enhances political ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 27 July, 2017 | Topics:
News, Press Releases
| Tags: Bulgaria, Macedonia, press release, statement
Note: This program is entirely on a volunteer basis; there is no compensation attached to this internship and no benefits, nor any future employment rights. Service is not creditable for leave accrual. Open to: Foreign National Students, non-U.S. citizens Position: ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 25 July, 2017 | Topics:
News
| Tags: job announcement
Bulgaria hosted July 11-20 the large multinational exercise Saber Guardian 17.
Watch bTV’s documentary about the exercise which united over 25 000 soldiers from 22 NATO allies and partner countries as they trained together in Bulgaria, Hungary and Romania. Save Save Save
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 21 July, 2017 | Topics:
Events, News
| Tags: Multinational Exercise Saber Guardian 17
This year Foundation “IME” is launching the Short Artists Residency as a continuation of their practice of socially engaged arts in alternative venues. It will be an attempt to do work in collaboration between artists on site working with: performance and installation, interactive actions including the audience and citizens around the places. For more information ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 12 July, 2017 | Topics:
Art & Culture, Events, News
| Tags: Art Fest
Speech by Ambassador Rubin As prepared for delivery Atlantic Club of Bulgaria Central Military Club, Grand Concert Ballroom July 7, 2017 Honorable guests, Ambassadors, members of the diplomatic corps, members of the Bulgarian government. Thank you all for coming. Let me add a special note of thanks to Solomon and Gergana Passy, as well as ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 7 July, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, News, Speeches
| Tags: Ambassador, Atlantic Club, News
Ladies and Gentlemen, honored guests, dear friends. Good evening and welcome to our Embassy. Thank you all for coming. For my wife Nicole and me, and for our entire Embassy team, it is an honor and privilege to welcome all of you here tonight on the 241st anniversary of the Declaration of Independence of the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 6 July, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, Embassy, News, Speeches
A team of 25 U.S. Cadets along with four U.S. officers have repainted the fence of “The Nightingale” kindergarten in Varna. The U.S. cadets are taking part in the CULP (Culture and Language Proficiency Program) supported by the Office of Defense Cooperation, Sofia. The community relation project was part of their cultural exchange and contribution ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 6 July, 2017 | Topics:
Events, News
| Tags: ODC
On Wednesday, June 28, Col Shannon Johnson, Senior Defense Official and Defense Attaché with U.S. Embassy in Sofia and Burgas Mayor Mr. Dimitar Nikolov inaugurated the renovated Day Center for Youth with Disabilities. The renovation of the Day Center is the result of close cooperation between the U.S. Embassy’s Office of Defense Cooperation and the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 30 June, 2017 | Topics:
Events, News
| Tags: Day Center, Office of Defense Cooperation
Dear Consular section clients, please be advised that our regular pick-up/drop-off service between 4:00- 4:30 p.m. at the main entrance will be moved to 2:00 – 2:30 p.m. on Monday, July 3rd and Thursday , July 6th, 2017. On Friday, July 7th this service will be available between 11:00- 11:30 a.m. We are sorry for ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 28 June, 2017 | Topics:
Consular Affairs, News
| Tags: Consular Section
“Human trafficking is one of the most tragic human rights issues of our time. It splinters families, distorts global markets, undermines the rule of law, and spurs other transnational criminal activity. It threatens public safety and national security. But worst of all, the crime robs human beings of their freedom and their dignity. That’s why ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 28 June, 2017 | Topics:
Human Rights, Policy
| Tags: Rex Tillerson, TIP, Trafficking in Persons
June 27, 2017 On Wednesday, June 28, Col Shannon Johnson, Senior Defense Official and Defense Attaché with U.S. Embassy in Sofia, and Burgas Mayor Mr. Dimitar Nikolov will inaugurate the renovated Day Center for Youth with Disabilities. The renovation of the Day Center is the result of close cooperation between the U.S. Embassy’s Office of ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 27 June, 2017 | Topics:
Press Releases
| Tags: Humanitarian Assistance Program
The United States Air Forces in Europe Band “Winds Aloft” will perform at the “Antique Cultural Complex Serdica” – the Largo – (near the Serdica Metro Station in Sofia) on July 6th, 2017 at 4:00 p.m. The concert is in honor of The National Holiday of the United States, July 4th.
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 26 June, 2017 | Topics:
Culture, Events, News
| Tags: "Winds Aloft", Concert
From June 18-23, the Summer Work and Travel Regional Entrepreneurship Academy brought together 30 alumni of the
Summer Work Travel J-1 Visa Program (SWT) from Bulgaria, Macedonia and Serbia to learn about how to design and launch businesses. Taking place in the village of Dolna Banya, the participants took part in workshops, team-building activities, role-playing games and networking opportunities over the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 24 June, 2017 | Topics:
Events, News
| Tags: News, SWT
TSgt Rosanne McConnell (Washington DC Air National Guard) and TSgt Rose Selko (Oregon Air National Guard) – 159th Fighter Squadron Louisiana Air National Guard, deployed to Graf Ignatievo Air Base, raised 1200 BGN and donated shoes and a dishwasher to the Zelenikovo orphanage in Brezovo Municipality. The children surprised them with reciting Bulgarian poems and ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 16 June, 2017 | Topics:
Events, News
| Tags: Events, News
June 14, 2017 U.S. Embassy Sofia informs U.S. citizens that on Wednesday, June 14, organizers from “Justice for Everyone” and “For the Nature” will be staging a protest downtown at the Palace of Justice. The protest organizers have petitioned Sofia Municipality and will be allowed to gather between the hours of 18:30 to 20:00. Traffic ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 14 June, 2017 | Topics:
Messages for U.S. Citizens, Security & Emergency Messages
| Tags: alert, emergency
From June 9th to 11th U.S. Embassy Political Officer Daniela Ionova-Swider attended the 14th Annual Children’s Roma Festival “Open Heart” in Veliko Tarnovo, organized by the Center for Interethnic Dialogue and Tolerance “Amalipe.” More than 2,000 children of different ethnic groups from over 250 schools participated in the festival, which featured a “United in Diversity ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 12 June, 2017 | Topics:
Education, Embassy, News
| Tags: Amalipe
Information Assistant/ Photographer – FSN-7 OPENING DATE: June 12, 2017; CLOSING DATE: June 25, 2017. This is a temporary replacement appointment for approximately 13 months. The applicant hired for this temporary position should not expect to be hired into permanent Embassy position when his/her limited-duration contract expires.
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 12 June, 2017 | Topics:
Embassy, News
| Tags: job opportunities
On June 10 Acting Deputy Chief of Mission David McCormick attended the 10th Annual Sofia Pride Parade, standing onstage with other Ambassadors as a Statement of Support to Sofia Pride was read to the crowd. This year the Statement was signed by an unprecedented 19 Chiefs of Mission, along with UNICEF and UNHCR. As part ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 10 June, 2017 | Topics:
Embassy, News
| Tags: News, Sofia Pride
U.S. Embassy Sofia informs U.S. citizens that on Saturday June 10, 2017 the Pride Parade in Sofia will be held from 18:00 to 22:00. The group will gather at the Monument of the Soviet Army. A counter demonstration has also been scheduled in the same location, and the two groups will begin their events at ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 9 June, 2017 | Topics:
Security & Emergency Messages
Chargé d’Affaires Martina Strong joined the students and administration of the American College of Sofia (ACS) at a ceremony renaming the Science Building after ACS alumnus Carl Djerassi. In addition to expressing her gratitude for Djerassi’s many contributions in science and education, Chargé d’Affaires Strong praised ACS and its students for representing American values and ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 9 June, 2017 | Topics:
Chargé D’Affaires, Education, News
| Tags: ACS, Martina Strong
We would like to convey our support to all participants of this year’s Sofia Pride on 10 June 2017. Promoting equal treatment for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) people is an important aspect of a tolerant and respectful civil society. For ten years now, Sofia Pride has promoted essential democratic values such as ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 9 June, 2017 | Topics:
Embassy, News
| Tags: News, Sofia Pride
Exercise “Saber Guardian 2017”, a U.S. Army Europe-led, multinational exercise, will take place in Bulgaria, Hungary, and Romania July 11 – 20, 2017. SG17 is larger in both scale and scope over previous iterations. Approximately 25,000 service members from 23 allied and partner nations will take part, and the exercise highlights participant deterrence capabilities, specifically ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 8 June, 2017 | Topics:
News
| Tags: militray
Chargé d’Affaires Martina Strong held a reception Wednesday night at the Ambassador’s residence for members and friends of the Elizabeth Kostova Foundation (EKF). This year marks the 10th anniversary of the foundation for Creative Writing, which since its inception has been supported by the U.S. Embassy in Sofia and by the America for Bulgaria Foundation. ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 8 June, 2017 | Topics:
Art & Culture, Chargé D’Affaires, Culture, Events, News
| Tags: Chargé D’Affaires
The 10th anniversary Sofia Pride and march in support of the rights of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) people will take place on Saturday, 10 June 2016 starting behind the Monument to the Soviet Army at 6:00 pm. Democracy is most secure when all persons live freely without fear of violence and discrimination, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 5 June, 2017 | Topics:
Events, News
| Tags: LGBTI, Sofia Pride
A team of 25 U.S. cadets along with three U.S. officers have repainted the fence and playground of “The Golden key” kindergarten in Burgas. The U.S. cadets are taking part in the CULP (Culture and Language Proficiency Program) supported by the Office of Defense Cooperation, Sofia. The community relation project was part of their cultural ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 30 May, 2017 | Topics:
Events, News
| Tags: Events, News
Our hearts go out to the families of those who have lost loved ones and to those injured in the attack in Manchester, U.K. While it is too early to determine those responsible for this atrocity, we are working closely with the British government and supporting their efforts to investigate and respond to this attack.
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 23 May, 2017 | Topics:
Events, Former U.S. Government Leaders, News
| Tags: Rex Tillerson
Former Ambassador Beyrle was the keynote speaker at the AUBG commencement ceremony that took place in Blagoevgrad on May 21st . One hundred ninety-four graduates from 17 countries received a world-recognized diploma. “I believe that AUBG is the most important and the most enduring legacy of the partnership between Bulgaria and the United States over ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 21 May, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, Education, News
| Tags: Ambassador, AUBG, Education, News
Airmen from the United States Air Force in Europe completed a Community Service Project for the Kindergarten in the village of Stroevo, near Plovdiv, Bulgaria. The Airmen are part of the annual Thracian Eagle 2017 training at Graf Ignatievo AB. Seventy two American volunteers donated total of 352 hours of labor. The airmen raised 1625 ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 20 May, 2017 | Topics:
Events, News
| Tags: Air Force, kindergarten
Ambassador Eric Rubin was the keynote speaker at the American College of Sofia (ACS) Graduation Ceremony for Class 2017, which took place at the ACS campus on May 20th. One hundred forty one graduates received their diplomas from one of the oldest American educational institutions outside the United States. “I congratulate all of you for ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 20 May, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, Education, Events, News
| Tags: Ambassador, AUBG, Education, News
Deputy Chief of Mission Martina Strong delivered opening remarks at today’s Volunteer Day, a joint initiative of the American Chamber of Commerce in Bulgaria and BCause Foundation which encourages corporate volunteering in Sofia and other cities around the country. This May’s volunteer theme in Sofia is Museums and Cultural Sites. Support to Bulgaria’s cultural heritage ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 19 May, 2017 | Topics:
Culture, Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, News
| Tags: culture
Last night the U.S. Navy and the Commander of the U.S. 6th Fleet, Vice-Admiral (VADM) Christopher Grady hosted a reception aboard the USS Oscar Austin during its port visit in Varna. Honorable guests included Ambassador Rubin, Deputy Defense Minister Atanas Zapryanov and Bulgarian Navy commander RADM Petev. VADM Grady and Amb. Rubin once again reiterated the significance ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 17 May, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events, News
| Tags: military cooperation, U.S. Navy
May 15 – Last week, the U.S. Civil Affairs Team deployed at NSTA, the Bulgarian Civil Military Cooperation (CIMIC) Tactical Group and medical staff from the Bulgarian Military Medical Academy assisted residents of the Padarevo village, Kotel Municipality, Bulgaria with the fitting of eyeglasses. Ninety-two Padarevo residents received new eyeglasses, donated by the U.S. based NGO ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 15 May, 2017 | Topics:
Events, News, U.S. & Bulgaria
| Tags: Events, Military, News
Ambassador Eric Rubin spends the day in Stara Zagora meeting with Mayor Zhivko Todorov to discuss the city’s priorities and visiting Trakia University which has ongoing projects with several American universities, a center for technical cooperation supported by USDA (U.S. Department of Agriculture) and several centers to develop technical competencies funded by the America for ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 11 May, 2017 | Topics:
Agriculture, Ambassador, Education, Events, News
| Tags: agriculture
I am honored to be here to represent the United States Government and President Trump at the dedication of this beautiful statue of President Ronald Reagan. For so many people in this part of the world, President Reagan represented more than just his country and his Administration. First of all, he represented America, and America’s ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 10 May, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Bulgaria
| Tags: mbassador, speeches
On May 10, 2017 Ambassador Rubin accompanied Bulgarian and U.S. dignitaries at the unveiling of the bust of President Ronald Reagan, the 40th U.S. President, in Sofia’s South Park alley, which was named after Reagan in 2011. The idea for the monument emerged several years ago as an expression of gratitude by many Bulgarians who ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 10 May, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events, News, U.S. & Bulgaria
| Tags: President Reagan
May 5 – Bulgaria’s Spelling Bee finalists visited the U.S. Embassy on Friday afternoon. They met with Deputy Chief of Mission Martina Strong who congratulated the students on their success and encouraged them to continue to study and do well in school. They also met with other Embassy officers to learn about more about how ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 9 May, 2017 | Topics:
Deputy Chief of Mission, Education, Events, News
| Tags: Spelling Bees. DCM
American Councils is looking for families living in Sofia to host American high school students who will be studying in Bulgaria for the 2017/2018 academic year. For more information, please email
sofia@americancouncilssee.org . Save
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 5 May, 2017 | Topics:
Education, Events, News
| Tags: Education, Events, News, students
Yes, we have a brand new website! Have a look around! The new-look website has seven sections representing broad topics that may be of interest to you. The sections are broken down further into sub-categories to assist you in finding specific information. The Seven Sections are:
Visas – For all your Visa needs and questions.
U.S. Citizen Services – ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 3 May, 2017 | Topics:
Embassy, News
| Tags: News Website
U.S. Embassy, Sofia, Bulgaria The Department of State alerts U.S. citizens to the continued threat of terrorist attacks throughout Europe. This Travel Alert expires on September 1, 2017. Recent, widely-reported incidents in France, Russia, Sweden, and the United Kingdom demonstrate that the Islamic State of Iraq and ash-Sham (ISIS or Da’esh), al-Qa’ida, and their affiliates ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 2 May, 2017 | Topics:
Messages for U.S. Citizens, News, Security & Emergency Messages
| Tags: Consular Section
Two U.S. Air Force F-35 fighters visited Graf Ignatievo AB on Friday, April 28. President Rumen Radev, Defense Minister Stefan Yanev, Chief of Defense Lt. Gen. Andrei Botsev, 3rd Air Force Commander Lt. Gen. Richard Clark, and Deputy Chief of Mission Martina Strong attended the event. “We are grateful to our Bulgarian friends for their ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 29 April, 2017 | Topics:
Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, News
| Tags: Deputy Chief of Mission, u.s. air force
Companies with prior experience in physical security coverage and access control of people, vehicles, and materials are invited to provide response to solicitation set out by the Embassy of U.S.A, Sofia. Please send e-mail to:
SofiaProcurement@state until 4:00 pm Tuesday, May 16, 2017 if interested in obtaining the solicitation package.
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 28 April, 2017 | Topics:
Business, Events, News
IVLP “Youth Leadership” exchange project participants travelled to Cleveland, Ohio, the final stop of their program. At John Marshal School of Civic and Business Leadership they learned about how to encourage youth to start-up their own businesses. The participants were excited to take part as judges for “Talking Bees” speech and debate competition among students ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 28 April, 2017 | Topics:
Education, Events, News
| Tags: exchange, ivlp program
Save the date for the 2017 SelectUSA Summit, from June 18-20, 2017 in Washington, DC. Registration is OPEN! Further information is available on the
SelectUSA Summit website . We’re thrilled to announce that registration is open for the fourth SelectUSA Investment Summit in the Washington, DC area on June 18-20, 2017! If you represent a business and you are ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 26 April, 2017 | Topics:
Doing Business in the U.S., News
| Tags: summit, U.S.A.
A group of ten Bulgarian youth are participating in a 10-day exchange program on Youth Leadership funded by the U.S. Embassy in Sofia and the State Department. The participants are students, NGO practitioners, and professionals from all around Bulgaria and were selected from a nation-wide call for applications that resulted in over 120 applicants. They ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 21 April, 2017 | Topics:
Culture, Education, Events, News, Scholarships and Exchanges
| Tags: exchange program, NGO
Rex W. Tillerson, Secretary of State Washington, DC – April 19, 2017 SECRETARY TILLERSON: Good afternoon, all. The Trump administration is currently conducting across the entire government a review of our Iran policy. Today I’d like to address Iran’s alarming and ongoing provocations that export terror and violence, destabilizing more than one country at a time. Iran ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 19 April, 2017 | Topics:
Former U.S. Government Leaders, News
| Tags: Rex Tillerson
The George C. Marshall European Center (GCMC) for Security Studies, in cooperation with the U.S. Embassy in Sofia, conducted a cyber-security workshop entitled “Regional Cooperation to Improve Cybersecurity International Norms and Policy Best Practices”. The workshop focused on addressing challenges in the cyber environment while adhering to the fundamental values of a democratic society, and ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 19 April, 2017 | Topics:
Events, News
| Tags: Cyber Security, Workshop
Monday, April 10, 2017 The Embassy has been informed of a planned protest directly across Kozyak Street from the Embassy’s main entrance this afternoon, Monday, April 10, 2017. The Association of Syrians in Sofia plans to stage an anti-U.S. protest between the hours of 4 pm and 6 pm. The embassy remains open but advises U.S. citizens ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 10 April, 2017 | Topics:
Messages for U.S. Citizens, Security & Emergency Messages, U.S. Citizen Services
| Tags: warden message
Ambassador Eric Rubin took part in a conference in honor of International Roma Day, which took place on April 7th at the Ramada Hotel in Sofia. Politicians, NGOs, and representatives of other embassies attended the conference, which aims to unite the efforts of different organizations toward Roma integration. Save
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 9 April, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events, News
| Tags: Ambassador, Roma
March 31, 2017 – As part of his first Kardzhali visit, Ambassador Eric Rubin participated in a Tolerance and Mutual Understanding Day organized by the Olga Lengyel Institute and Israeli-Bulgarian Institute. “Bulgaria has a proud history of religious tolerance that we are all aware of,” said Ambassador Rubin and also stressed that we need to ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 6 April, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events, News
| Tags: Kardzhali, Visit
March 29, 2016 U.S. citizens are warned of increased threats from terrorist groups in Turkey. Carefully consider the need to travel to Turkey at this time, and avoid travel to southeast Turkey due to the persistent threat of terrorism. On March 27, the Department of State terminated its October 29, 2016, decision to direct ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 30 March, 2017 | Topics:
Security & Emergency Messages
| Tags: security, travel, warning
An audience of 30 business people heard a presentation today about how to do business with the U.S. Embassy. Embassy representatives described how interested parties can learn about opportunities to work with the Embassy and how U.S. government rules make the process fair and transparent. During a question-and-answer session after the presentation people learned details ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 15 March, 2017 | Topics:
Events, News
| Tags: business, companies
Representing more than 180 schools, 4,700 Bulgarian students participated in the Creative Writing Competition in English in 2017. This essay contest is organized by CORPlus Foundation, the U.S. Embassy in Sofia and AUBG. Congratulations to Preslava Guzeleva and Tsvetelina Tetimova from Burgas, Tsvetina Cherganska from Gotse Delchev, Alexandra Parvanova from Ruse, Mikaela Zlatanova from Svishtov, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 14 March, 2017 | Topics:
Events, News
| Tags: AUBG, CORPlus Foundation, essay contest
Ambassador Rubin spoke on March 9 in Pravets about U.S.-European Union relations and the EU’s critical role in shaping and sustaining a strong and successful Europe. Ambassador Rubin was hosted by the New Bulgarian University’s Dimitri Panitza School of Politics, which is holding a four-day educational model for civic leaders, titled “Bulgaria in the EU ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 9 March, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, Europe & Eurasia, Events, News, Policy
| Tags: Ambassador, relations
Cultural Attaché Tammy Paltchikov attended the kick-off of the seventh national Spelling Bee which took place at the 31st Secondary School in Sofia. From February 24 until March 2, 2017, more than 6,600 students from 304 schools around Bulgaria will take part in the competition. The winners and runners-up in the school competitions will represent ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 6 March, 2017 | Topics:
Events, News
| Tags: school, spelling, Spelling Bee
Last Updated: March 6, 2017 As part of the Department of State’s continuous efforts to provide U.S. citizens traveling abroad with information about safety and security events, we are updating the Worldwide Caution with information on the continuing threat of terrorist actions, political violence, and criminal activity against U.S. citizens and interests abroad. This ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 6 March, 2017 | Topics:
Security & Emergency Messages
| Tags: security message, U.S. Citizen Services, Worldwide Caution
“I know this is a time of challenges and crises, but it is also a time of opportunities for US-Bulgarian bilateral relations”, said Ambassador Eric Rubin while speaking in front of American Chamber of Commerce in Bulgaria members. Ambassador Rubin was a guest at the AmCham’s business lunch on March 2, 2017. The Ambassador spoke, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 2 March, 2017 | Topics:
Events, News
| Tags: Ambassador, AmCham, U.S.-Bulgarian Bilateral Relations
March 1 – Deputy Consul Evan Stanley visited the Economic University of Varna yesterday to promote the Summer Work and Travel program. This important program builds a bridge between the youth of our two nations. To date, there have been over 100,000 Bulgarian students who have traveled to the States as participants in the program. ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 2 March, 2017 | Topics:
Events, News
| Tags: consul, Summer Work and Travel Program, SWT
Mayor Milen Stamov of Zimnitsa invited the 1/8 IN, which is deployed at Novo Selo Training Area, to visit St. Kiril and St. Metodii Secondary School. Seven soldiers joined students and teachers for Pink Shirt Da for activities to teach tolerance and celebrate diversity. The 1/8 IN is training at NSTA with troops from Bulgaria ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 24 February, 2017 | Topics:
Events, News
| Tags: NATO allies, Novo selo trainig area, soldiers
On February 21st Ambassador Eric Rubin took part in the launch of the America for Bulgaria Foundation project “Little Heroes,” which will transform the Pirogov Hospital’s Children’s Ward. The project will turn parts of Pirogov into a space similar to what many Bulgarian children have already enjoyed at Muzeiko. Ambassador Rubin together with ABF’s President ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 22 February, 2017 | Topics:
Events, News
| Tags: America for Bulgaria, Children, Hospital, Muzeiko
Pro-Nazi and Nationalist Groups to March and Protest on Saturday, February 18, 2017 The Embassy has been informed of a planned march and protest through parts of the city on Saturday, February 18th. The organizers of the protest plan to march from NDK to 1 Trakiya St., approximately during the hours of 1700 to 2100. Information ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 18 February, 2017 | Topics:
Security & Emergency Messages
| Tags: Consular Affairs, security message, U.S. Citizen Services
U.S. Army’s 3rd Armored Brigade Combat Team from Ford Carson, Colorado will be stationed at Novo Selo Training Area (NSTA.) Effective February 15, 120 U.S, troops have deployed to the training range and 15 Bradley fighting vehicles, two tracked personnel carriers M 113, and various types of vehicles and ancillary equipment are expected to arrive ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 15 February, 2017 | Topics:
Events, News
| Tags: Military, training, U.S. Army
Have you ever dreamed of travelling to outer space? Here is your chance to experience what it is like to be an astronaut and scientist on a space mission! The U.S. Embassy in Sofia is accepting applications for International Space Camp, which will bring together educators and students from all over the world to build ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 12 February, 2017 | Topics:
Education, Events, News
| Tags: Education, Events, News
February 2 – Ambassador Eric Rubin just launched a $153,000 U.S.-funded project in Pazardzhik. The U.S. State Department is financing the English language education for 200 students in underserved areas of Bulgaria. The project aims to give these children access to better opportunities. Ambassador Rubin, U.S. Embassy officials, and America for Bulgaria Foundation representatives wished ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 2 February, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, Education, Embassy, Events, News
| Tags: Ambassador, Education, education program grant
February 2 – The Month of America in Kardzhali started yesterday with the opening of a photo exhibition. 17 Kardzhalians who have visited the United States shared their photos and spoke with guests about their experience. Counselor for Public Affairs Brian Stimmler took part in the exhibition opening after having visited Kardzhali’s Hristo Botev Foreign ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 2 February, 2017 | Topics:
Events, News
He has a kind look and a soft voice. Both are contrary to the massive amount of tattoos covering his arms. He looks at people in the eyes in the attempt to start a talk and often he ends the conversations with a hug. This is Christian Picciolini, a former neo-Nazi, who has embraced a ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 30 January, 2017 | Topics:
Events, News
| Tags: Events, News
January 30 – Over the weekend Amb. Eric Rubin visited Surva, the International Festival of Masquerade Games in the town of Pernik. This event is one of the most emblematic folklore festivals in Bulgaria. Every year thousands of visitors from all around the world enjoy the magic of this unique festival, whose main goal is ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 30 January, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, Art & Culture, Events
| Tags: Ambassador, Event, festival, masquerade games, News
Today, January 28, on UN International Day of Commemoration in Memory of the Victims of the Holocaust, Ambassador Eric Rubin spoke at the workshop, “Diplomats rescue Jewish refugees during the Holocaust.” The event, organized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Bulgaria and Sofia University “Kliment Ohridski,” gathered diplomats, faculty members and ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 29 January, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events, News
| Tags: Ambassador, Events, Holocaust
January 25, 2017 U.S. citizens are warned of increased threats from terrorist groups in Turkey. Carefully consider the need to travel to Turkey at this time, and avoid travel to southeast Turkey due to the persistent threat of terrorism. The Department of State has placed restrictions on official travel by U.S. government personnel to Istanbul ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 25 January, 2017 | Topics:
Security & Emergency Messages
| Tags: assasination, attacks, kidnapping, Turkey
The United States Embassy is pleased to announce a call for proposals for the 2017 Ambassador’s Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP). AFCP is an annual competitive, worldwide program dedicated to the preservation of cultural heritage. AFCP supports preservation projects in the following three categories: Cultural Sites including (but not limited to) historic buildings and sites, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 24 January, 2017 | Topics:
Culture, News, Press Releases
| Tags: AFCP. Culture, Ambassador, Grants
Nine leading U.S. IT companies presented e-government and cybersecurity solutions to 40 high-level Bulgarian government officials from 22 government agencies at U.S. IT Day, organized by the U.S. Embassy and U.S. Department of Commerce in Bulgaria on December 12-13th, 2016, in Pravets, Bulgaria. The Pravets event was the latest in a series of major IT ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 24 January, 2017 | Topics:
Commercial Affairs, Economic Affairs, Economic Issues, Press Releases
| Tags: Charge d"Affairs, Cybersecurity, DCM, FCS, IT
Ambassador Eric Rubin accompanied several of the Marines serving at USEMB Sofia to the University Children’s Hospital, where they presented more than 200 gifts to children who are patients in that hospital. The Marines organized the 2016 Toys for Tots, gathering donated gifts from the U.S. Embassy in Bulgaria community. U.S. Marine Corps Security Detachments ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 24 January, 2017 | Topics:
Events, News
| Tags: Ambassador, Charity, Marine Security Guard, U.S. Marines
On Tuesday, December 20th, U.S. Amb. Eric Rubin and CHOD General Konstantin Popov observed the final phase of the multinational joint training Platinum Lion 17-1. Deputy CHOD VADM Emil Eftimov as well as the Ambassadors of Albania, Macedonia, Serbia and Moldova, along with media representatives, also attended the event. This is the first time that ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 24 January, 2017 | Topics:
Events
| Tags: Ambassador, Military, Multinational Training
On December 16, 2016, a group of U.S. Marines paid a visit for the holidays to the school in the town of Zimnitsa, near Yambol. The Marines are part of the Platinum Lion 2017 multinational training at Novo Selo Training Area, along with soldiers from Bulgaria, Moldova, Albania, Ukraine and Romania. The kids were very ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 24 January, 2017 | Topics:
Events
| Tags: school, U.S. Marines, Zimnitsa
On December 1, 2016, the OSAC Bulgaria Country Council held its annual general assembly meeting at the U.S. Embassy, Sofia. Four years after Ambassador Ries launched OSAC in Sofia, Ambassador Eric Rubin provided the keynote address to the membership, stating that the challenges, global threats and risks we face today are serious, complicated and unpredictable ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 24 January, 2017 | Topics:
Events
| Tags: Ambassador, Conference, Embassy, OSAC, RSO
On January 13th, Amb. Eric Rubin welcomed Roma students from the Hristo Botev school in the Bulgarian city of Stamboliyski to celebrate the coming Roma New Year, also known as Vassilitsa, with them. The students performed for the Embassy community, sharing their Roma traditions and wishes for a happy life and a better world. The ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 13 January, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, Education, Events, Human Rights, News
| Tags: Ambassador, Education, Events, News, Roma
Share your adventures in the United States by entering the SWT2017-Live Your Dream video competition.
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 12 January, 2017 | Topics:
Alumni, News
| Tags: SWT Program
December 16, 2016 For Immediate Release Nine leading U.S. IT companies presented e-government and cybersecurity solutions to 40 high-level Bulgarian government officials from 22 government agencies at U.S. IT Day, organized by the U.S. Embassy and U.S. Department of Commerce in Bulgaria on December 12-13th, 2016, in Pravets, Bulgaria. The Pravets event was the latest ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 16 December, 2016 | Topics:
Culture, Deputy Chief of Mission, Press Releases
| Tags: Cyber Security
OneBeat returns for its sixth year, convening innovative musicians from every region of the world in the U.S. for an exhilarating month of performances, discussions, interactive music-making events, and more. OneBeat grew out of a notion that musical collaboration is a uniquely powerful way to connect people across political and cultural barriers. OneBeat fellows are ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 29 November, 2016 | Topics:
Alumni, Events, News
| Tags: Alumni, Enterpreneur, Events, Leadership, News, Workshop, Youth
Ambassador Eric Rubin joined famous Bulgarian TV stars, musicians, and athletes at the opening of the 15th annual McHappy Day charity initiative that took place at McDonald’s Restaurant at Slaveykov Sq. on November 23rd. This initiative helps children with oncology diseases in Sofia, Plovdiv and Varna hospitals. The funds that have been raised so far ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 23 November, 2016 | Topics:
Events
| Tags: Ambassador, Charity, Events, News
The key focus of Global Entrepreneurship Week 2016 #GEW2016 is on youth, women and marginalized groups and opportunities in agro and food sectors, where they can develop their potential as self-starters and innovators. The U.S. Embassy is bringing together young business and agro business entrepreneurs on November 18 at the American Corner as part of ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 18 November, 2016 | Topics:
Deputy Chief of Mission, Doing Business in the U.S., Economic Affairs, Economic Issues, Events, News
The key focus of Global Entrepreneurship Week 2016 #GEW2016 is on youth, women and marginalized groups and opportunities in agro and food sectors, where they can develop their potential as self-starters and innovators. The U.S. Embassy is bringing together young business and agro business entrepreneurs on November 18 at the American Corner as part of ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 18 November, 2016 | Topics:
Events
DCM Martina Strong opened the Global Entrepreneurship Week celebration at the Central Military Club in Sofia. This year’s GEW is focused on entrepreneurship, including among women, youth and minority communities. In September, the Trust for Social Achievement (TSA), co-organizer of the event, launched its second program of Business Alternatives (BA), aimed at young adults from ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 17 November, 2016 | Topics:
Business, Deputy Chief of Mission, Doing Business in the U.S., Economic Affairs, Economic Issues, Events, News
| Tags: Entrepreneurship, TSA
DCM Martina Strong opened the Global Entrepreneurship Week celebration at the Central Military Club in Sofia. This year’s GEW is focused on entrepreneurship, including among women, youth and minority communities. In September, the Trust for Social Achievement (TSA), co-organizer of the event, launched its second program of Business Alternatives (BA), aimed at young adults from ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 17 November, 2016 | Topics:
Events
The U.S. Embassy in Bulgaria is pleased to support this year’s Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW) that is going to take place from November 14th till November 30th. It will bring together young entrepreneurs, farmers, professional organizations, NGOs, and government representatives in a number of initiatives aimed at increasing global prosperity, building secure communities, and solving ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 15 November, 2016 | Topics:
Events, Press Releases
Attorney Kevin Goldberg is speaking to Bulgarian journalists, government officials and NGO representatives about the Freedom of Information Act in America. Goldberg, whose visit is hosted by the Access to Information Programme and sponsored by the U.S. Embassy, will discuss the challenges to providing full access to public information and best practices to ensure that ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 15 November, 2016 | Topics:
Events
Sofia, November 28-29, 2016 1, “November 15th” Street (next to the Parliament Building) At the Large Salon of the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences A conference sponsored by the Bi-National Commission for the Preservation of Bulgaria’s Cultural Heritage Free of charge and open to the public. The Bi-National Commission for the Preservation of Bulgaria’s Cultural Heritage ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 14 November, 2016 | Topics:
Events
The U.S. Embassy congratulates President-elect Rumen Radev and looks forward to working with him to advance the goals Bulgaria and the United States share, including increased prosperity for our people, transatlantic ties and values, NATO engagement and solidarity, defense modernization, and border security. The United States is committed to continuing to strengthen and deepen the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 14 November, 2016 | Topics:
Embassy, Political Affairs, U.S. & Bulgaria
The U.S. Embassy in Sofia, Bulgaria hosted its traditional Election Night reception on Tuesday, November 8th. The Embassy staged a mock election with a ballot box for attendees to cast their “vote” for the next president of the United States. Two young Bulgarian artists did caricature drawings of the guests and a mock Oval Office ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 9 November, 2016 | Topics:
Events
The Professional Fellows Division of ECA’s Office of Citizen Exchanges is pleased to announce the program “Sustaining Civic Participation in Minority Communities.” We invite professionals from any region of Bulgaria, Hungary, Romania, and Slovakia to apply for participation in a 42-day fellowship in the U.S.A in 2017. We encourage submissions by professionals who are actively ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 3 November, 2016 | Topics:
Events
The U.S. Embassy in Sofia, Bulgaria would like to draw your attention to the latest Turkey Travel Warning issued by the U.S. Department of State on October 29, 2016. Turkey Travel Warning The U.S. Department of State continues to warn U.S. citizens of increased threats from terrorist groups throughout Turkey. U.S. citizens should avoid travel ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 29 October, 2016 | Topics:
Security & Emergency Messages
Statement by Eric S. Rubin, U.S. Ambassador to Bulgaria October 28, 2016 We were saddened and shocked to learn of yesterday’s attack by two men on Bulgarian Helsinki Committee Chair Krassimir Kanev. The Bulgarian Helsinki Committee is the largest organization for the protection of human rights in Bulgaria. It is one of the most important ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 28 October, 2016 | Topics:
Ambassador, Speeches
| Tags: attack, Bulgarian Helsinki Committee, Chair Krassimir Kanev
The Southern California indie rock band ACIDIC toured Bulgaria through the American Music Abroad Program of the State Department from October 20-25, 2016. The four young musicians performed in Kurdjali, Plovdiv and Sofia and also did a workshop at the Second English Language School in Sofia entitled “From Hobby to Profession”. The students were fascinated ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 26 October, 2016 | Topics:
Events
The Economic Policy Institute (EPI) presented the final results of Second Annual Survey of the web sites of the biggest municipalities in Bulgaria based on the E-governance Performance Index at a press conference on October 25, 2016 at the Press Center of the Bulgarian News Agency in Sofia. The event was part of the project ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 25 October, 2016 | Topics:
Events
The U.S. Embassy in Sofia, Bulgaria would like to draw your attention to the latest Turkey Travel Warning issued by the U.S. Department of State on October 24, 2016 and to the security message issued by the Consulate General in Istanbul on October 22, 2016. Turkey Travel Warning The U.S. Department of State continues to ...
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By U.S. Embassy Sofia | 24 October, 2016 | Topics:
Security & Emergency Messages
Under the command of Captain Carlos Sardiello, USS Mount Whitney arrived in Burgas, Bulgaria, on October 20, 2016. During the visit to Burgas, the U.S. Naval Forces Europe Band, which travels with Mount Whitney, held a concert at the Burgas Music and Stage Arts School. This was a chance for the band and school to ...
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