Assistant Secretary Mora Namdar

Official account of @StateDept’s Assistant Secretary for Consular Affairs Mora Namdar. Terms of use:

[Secretary Marco Rubio @SecRubio]

I am closely monitoring reports of the earthquake in southern Panama. The United States stands with the people of Panama.

At the request of the Panamanian government, the State Department is rapidly mobilizing resources and personnel to assist.

Our consular affairs hotline is available 24/7 for affected Americans in need of support at [phone] from abroad and [phone] from the U.S. and Canada.

[Assistant Secretary Mora Namdar @ASMoraNamdar]

Always a pleasure to meet with @AmbLeahCampos and discuss the important work of our consular team in the Dominican Republic. The U.S. Embassy in Santo Domingo is on the forefront of our global mission under @POTUS and @SecRubio to safeguard our borders, protect the sanctity of U.S. citizenship, and protect Americans around the world.

[Assistant Secretary Mora Namdar @ASMoraNamdar]

https://t.co/Xf4VpPG4Tf is here! Excited to have been front row to witness this historic launch and have CA support @POTUS’ transformative efforts in collaboration with @jgebbia at NDS to modernize and improve how government works for the American people. In Consular Affairs we are proud to serve Americans every day — and as @SecRubio announced, there’s a lot more to come!

[Department of State @StateDept]

SECRETARY RUBIO on https://t.co/pt9rQXC44r: Starting next year, Americans will be able to apply for their first passport entirely online.

[Assistant Secretary Mora Namdar @ASMoraNamdar]

At the Bureau of Consular Affairs we don’t just work hard to identify fraud, we actively combat it. This is why we launched the online visa fraud tip portal to further expand our efforts. Every tip submitted at https://t.co/cY1P8ZfbiA helps us protect the integrity of the U.S. immigration system and hold accountable those who attempt to abuse it. Under @POTUS and @SecRubio, @StateDept is using every tool available to enforce U.S. law and promote a safer, stronger, and more prosperous America.

[Tommy Pigott @statedeptspox]

A U.S. visa is a privilege, not a right. @StateDept is launching a dedicated portal where you can report visa fraud and misuse. Help protect our national interests and crack down on visa abuse: https://t.co/jkr409W6tb.

[Christopher Landau @DeputySecState]

Through its authority over US visas, the @StateDept plays a critical role in deciding who enters our country and under what conditions. Unfortunately, many people engage in visa fraud, either overstaying their visas or engaging in activities (e.g., employment) not authorized by their visas. Under @POTUS @realDonaldTrump and @SecRubio, we recognize and reaffirm our responsibility to ensure that our foreign guests abide by our laws. But we can’t do it alone. Therefore, we’re respectfully asking for YOUR help—Americans and non-Americans alike. If you know, or have reason to believe, that someone is abusing the terms of their visa (either by overstaying or by engaging in unauthorized activity) please let us know and we’ll investigate. I’m attaching a link to an online form; please provide as much information as you can. And remember: those who abuse the system make life harder for everyone else who plays by the rules! Thank you. https://t.co/LgXkEhMblf

[Assistant Secretary Mora Namdar @ASMoraNamdar]

Consular Affairs is working every day for the safety of American children, including by preventing international abduction. The new visa restriction announced today by @SecRubio gives the United States a powerful new tool to help bring American children home. More information: https://t.co/fvqv9E3Cvx

[Secretary Marco Rubio @SecRubio]

Protecting American children abducted across international borders is a top priority for the Trump Administration. Today, I announced a new visa restriction targeting individuals who impede the prompt resolution of international parental child abduction cases.

[Assistant Secretary Mora Namdar @ASMoraNamdar]

Protecting children from international parental child abduction requires governments around the globe to take action and honor their commitments. Today, I was happy to be joined by @USAmbassadorARG Peter Lamelas for a candid dialogue with key governments during #UNGA81 about steps Consular Affairs is taking to ensure American children get home. Under @POTUS and @SecRubio’s leadership, the @StateDept excellent Consular Affairs team has helped nearly 500 American children return home safely.

[Assistant Secretary Mora Namdar @ASMoraNamdar]

U.S. citizenship is sacred – and Consular Affairs is taking decisive action to protect it. For too long, those who engaged in and facilitated birth tourism were not held accountable. Under @POTUS and @SecRubio we will ban those who profit from this fraud from entering our country, and will safeguard our national interests.

[Department of State @StateDept]

Birth tourism is a practice that defrauds our immigration and Medicaid systems. Today @SecRubio announced a new visa restriction policy to target those who engage in or profit from this fraud.
https://t.co/WFWK6J6ucG

[Assistant Secretary Mora Namdar @ASMoraNamdar]

In New York for #UNGA81 with DHS Under Secretary Rob Law and @WHTaskForceFIFA Executive Director @AndrewHGiuliani with a unified message: visa policy is not only crucial for U.S. national security and public safety, but also an important element of U.S. foreign policy under @POTUS and @SecRubio to make America safer, stronger and more prosperous. Today, I’m proud to announce the launch of the Consular Affairs’ visa fraud tip portal https://t.co/cY1P8ZeDt2 which provides one more way for members of the public to support the integrity of the U.S. immigration system.

[Assistant Secretary Mora Namdar @ASMoraNamdar]

What better backdrop for a Patriot Passport event than New York City during #UNGA81! The enthusiasm for this special commemorative passport – a tangible symbol of American sovereignty and 250 years of freedom – has been nothing short of extraordinary. Consular Affairs is offering opportunities to apply across the country – find one near you at https://t.co/UKzU9YTwz4.

[Tommy Pigott @statedeptspox]

While ordinary Iranians endure brutal repression, water and electricity shortages, and soaring inflation, the regime's officials want to go on shopping sprees in New York. Not on our watch. We will not let the Iranian regime’s elites exploit UNGA for a luxury retail splurge paid for by the Iranian people's suffering, all while the regime funnels Iran’s wealth to support its terrorist proxies. The U.S. will continue to ban Iranian UN Mission officials, visiting officials, and their dependents from buying wholesale club memberships or luxury goods here.  New York-area retailers: be on guard, don’t become complicit in these violations.

[Assistant Secretary Mora Namdar @ASMoraNamdar]

Thrilled to have joined @USAmbTurkiye Tom Barrack to celebrate and speak at America's 250th birthday celebration in Istanbul — a city that has stood at the crossroads of history for centuries, much like America which has stood as a beacon of liberty. Grateful for the warm welcome and the outstanding @StateDept consular team serving Americans in Türkiye every day. Happy Constitution Day and 250th America!

[Assistant Secretary Mora Namdar @ASMoraNamdar]

So pleased to have met with @USAmbFrance Charles Kushner to discuss the exceptional work our Consular team in France carries out every day to serve and protect Americans. Proud to help carry forward @POTUS and @SecRubio’s policies of promoting peace, prosperity and national security.

[Assistant Secretary Mora Namdar @ASMoraNamdar]

Had the pleasure of meeting with @USAmbassadorGR Kimberly Guilfoyle and our exceptional @StateDept consular team that assists Americans every day in Greece. We discussed the full scope of Consular Affairs’ work here – and what more can be done to further strengthen our interests. Keeping Americans safe is always at the heart of our mission under @POTUS and @SecRubio.

[Assistant Secretary Mora Namdar @ASMoraNamdar]

@USAmbassadorGR @kimguilfoyle Fantastic to see you and continue our important work Ambassador! 🇺🇸

[Ambassador Kimberly Guilfoyle @USAmbassadorGR]

It was wonderful to welcome @AsstSecStateCA Mora Namdar to Greece this week! We discussed the strength of the U.S.-Greece partnership and the important work we are doing with our exceptional Greek partners to protect American citizens, strengthen border security, and advance our law enforcement cooperation. 🇺🇸🇬🇷

[Assistant Secretary Mora Namdar @ASMoraNamdar]

Helping American children return home safely after being abducted by a parent is a top priority. Diligent work by our consular teams, and support from partners like Greece to secure prompt judicial action and enforce court orders, is bringing American children back to their rightful homes. Under @POTUS and @SecRubio, the @StateDept has helped bring nearly 500 abducted children home so far – and we’ll keep leveraging our relationships and holding foreign governments accountable under U.S. and international laws.

[Assistant Secretary Mora Namdar @ASMoraNamdar]

On this solemn anniversary, we remember the 2,977 innocent lives taken from us 25 years ago.  We will never forget.  And we will work vigilantly every day so that the horrors of September 11 are never repeated.

[Department of State @StateDept]

We will never forget.

[Assistant Secretary Mora Namdar @ASMoraNamdar]

Our consular team continues to work around the clock to provide the latest information and assistance to the families of Americans missing after the August 26 floods in Nepal. We have surged consular staffing at the @StateDept and the U.S. Embassy in Nepal and are coordinating directly with local authorities on behalf of families waiting for answers. Under @POTUS and @SecRubio, Consular Affairs is here to support U.S. citizens in times of crisis – all you need to do is reach out. Call 24/7 at [phone].

[TravelGov @TravelGov]

Americans in areas affected by the recent flash flooding in Nepal should follow the latest guidance from the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Embassy in Kathmandu. @StateDept is assisting Americans 24/7 at [phone]. Family and friends in the United States who are concerned about American loved ones in Nepal can call us toll free at [phone].

[Assistant Secretary Mora Namdar @ASMoraNamdar]

Such a pleasure to have met with @USAmbItaly Tilman Fertitta to discuss a variety of consular issues and the outstanding support we provide Americans in one of the world’s most popular international travel destinations.