News & Announcements

Washington, D.C., April 28, 2026—The Embassy of the Republic of Liberia is pleased to announce the expansion of its communication channels through the introduction of additional dedicated contact numbers to enhance the delivery of consular services.
In response to the increasing volume of inquiries from applicants and the growing demand for timely and efficient consular assistance, the Embassy has implemented a structured communication system designed to improve responsiveness, streamline service delivery, and ensure that all inquiries are directed promptly to the appropriate offices... Read more...

In his keynote address at the 34th Africa Peace Awards, Joseph Nyuma Boakai reflects on Liberia’s painful history of civil war and its journey toward peace, emphasizing that true peace is built on justice, inclusion, and opportunity rather than simply the absence of conflict. He highlights Liberia’s progress in reconciliation, democratic governance, and global engagement, including its role on the United Nations Security Council, while warning that ongoing global challenges such as inequality and youth marginalization threaten stability. Central to his message is the urgent need to invest... Read more...

Recent tensions along the Liberia–Guinea border have understandably drawn the attention of citizens, policymakers, and regional observers. Border incidents between neighboring states are never trivial matters. They test the resilience of national institutions, the prudence of political leadership, and the effectiveness of regional diplomacy.

Liberia’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Her Excellency Madame Sara Beysolow Nyanti, on January 28, 2026, held official consultations at the U.S. Department of State with Mr. Nick Checker, Senior Bureau Official at the Bureau of African Affairs.

The Embassy of the Republic of Liberia in Washington, D.C. hereby informs the public that, in line with the official announcement by the United States Office of Personnel Management (OPM) regarding the closure of Federal Government offices on Monday, January 26, 2026, due to severe winter weather conditions, the Embassy will also be closed on that date.

The U.S. Government has announced a temporary administrative pause affecting specific immigrant visa categories for nationals of 75 countries, including Liberia. This measure is linked to the application of U.S. immigration regulations, including public charge–related assessments and documentation requirements, and is not a country-specific sanction.

Importantly, the pause does NOT apply to non-immigrant visa categories, including but not limited to B-1 (Business Visitor) and B-2 (Tourist/Visitor) visas. It does not affect student visas (F-1), exchange visitor visas (J-1),... Read more...

Washington, D.C., December 9, 2025 — The Governments of the Republic of Liberia and the the United States of America have signed a historic Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) committing over $124 million in U.S. Government support to strengthen Liberia’s health systems, disease surveillance, outbreak response, and frontline health workforce.

Washington, D.C. November 10, 2025.His Excellency Dr. Al-Hassan Conteh, Ambassador of the Republic of Liberia to the United States, says service, unity and patriotism are key elements required for effective national stewardship.
Delivering the keynote address at the 2025 Military Ball of the Liberian American Veterans Association (LAVA) on November 8 in Washington, D.C., First Secretary for Commerce, Trade and Investment, Miss Joetta Addy who delivered a special statement from the Ambassador, praised LAVA for its unwavering commitment to excellence, discipline, and... Read more...

WASHINGTON, October 14, 2025: President Joseph Nyuma Boakai Sr. has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to judicial reforms and national renewal, emphasizing that reforms are essential to rebuilding trust in the Judiciary and ensuring that justice is accessible, impartial, and free from influence.