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Timely updates for FSM citizens in the United States and its territories.

FSM President speaking at the UN General Debate, 78th Session
Micronesia at the UN

Watch the FSM President address the United Nations General Debate, 78th session.

EOU students at Micronesia Community Day
Community Day — Portland

Highlights from Micronesia Community Day featuring FSM leaders, students, and cultural activities.

FSM President speaks in Portland
Presidential Remarks

Official remarks and community engagement from the FSM Presidential visit to Portland.

Ambassador Jackson T. Soram

Greetings and welcome. This website provides accessible information on consular, diplomatic, and government-to-government matters. We aim to keep FSM citizens informed and connected to relevant departments in both FSM and the United States.

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Public Announcements

Official statements, event recaps, and posted media from the Embassy and FSM government.

FSM President at UN podium
Micronesia at the UN General Debate

Video: FSM President addresses the UN General Debate. Official Embassy coverage.

Students at Micronesia Community Day
Micronesia Community Day — EOU Students

Highlights and community engagement featuring Eastern Oregon University students.

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FSM President at Portland event
Presidential Visit — Portland

Coverage of the FSM President’s remarks and community activities in Portland, Oregon.

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Consular Forms & Guides

Find passport applications, entry permit forms, REAL ID guidance, and other downloadable documents for FSM citizens living in the U.S.

Passport and consular forms

Medicaid for COFA Citizens

Key guidance and links for FSM citizens applying for Medicaid in U.S. states. Procedures and eligibility vary by state; see your local state resources for details.

Yes. COFA citizens can apply for Medicaid in Colorado by online, mail, in-person, or phone methods. They are treated as qualified non-citizens without a five-year waiting period. See colorado.gov/PEAK for application steps.

Colorado updated eligibility rules effective December 27, 2020, to treat all COFA individuals as qualified non-citizens without a five‑year wait. The state updated its benefits systems accordingly.

Colorado’s application already captures non-citizen status and connects to federal verification. If electronic verification is delayed, applicants receive a 90‑day Reasonable Opportunity Period to provide documentation.

The Department issues memos and works with local advocates to prepare plain-language FAQs. All applicants are entitled to a full eligibility determination and official notice of appeal rights.

Scholarship Coordinators

National and state scholarship coordinators provide application support and information for FSM students.

Joyleen Sienes — National Post‑Secondary Administrator
Joyleen Sienes
National–Post-Secondary Administrator
Marieta Kephas — Kosrae Scholarship Coordinator
Marieta Kephas
Kosrae–Scholarship Coordinator
Ripwo Ceasar — Chuuk Scholarship Coordinator
Ripwo Ceasar
Chuuk–Scholarship Coordinator
Merlinda Donre Hawley — Pohnpei Scholarship Coordinator
Merlinda Donre Hawley
Pohnpei–Scholarship Coordinator
Daphne J. Lasudep — Yap Scholarship Coordinator
Daphne J. Lasudep
Yap–Scholarship Coordinator

Observed Holidays

The embassy posts holiday schedules and notices on this site. Contact dcmission@fsmembassy.fm for specific closure dates or urgent assistance during observed holidays.

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Get in Touch

Email: dcmission@fsmembassy.fm | Phone: (202) 223-4383. Additional consulate emails and phones are provided on the Consulates section below.

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Consulate Information

Locations and primary contacts for the Embassy and its consulates serving FSM citizens across the United States and territories.

Washington, D.C. (Main Embassy)

Main mission in Washington, D.C. Phone: (202) 223-4383. Email: dcmission@fsmembassy.fm

Portland, OR (Consulate)

Acting Consul General: Dominic R. Maluchmai. Email: cg.portland@gov.fm | Phone: 503-483-7149

Honolulu, HI (Consulate)

Acting Consul General: Henry H. Shrew. Email: fsmcghnl@aol.com | Phone: (808) 836-4775

Harmon, Guam (Consulate)

Acting Consul General: Johnny M. Silbanuz. Email: fsm@teleguam.net | Phone: (671) 646-9154 / 9155

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Washington, D.C. (Main Embassy); Portland, OR; Honolulu, HI; Harmon, Guam (Consulates)

(202) 223-4383

dcmission@fsmembassy.fm

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