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Consulate of the United States Merida, Mexico - HomeEmbassy of the United States Department of State Home About Us Consulate History in Merida Consulate Story Search Press Releases Consulates in Mexico Consular Agencies Holidays Job Vacancies Consulate Programs and Events Citizen Services Contact Information Registration as an American Citizen International Travel Information Federal Benefits Arrests Deaths Welfare & Whereabouts Notarial Services List of Local Lawyers List of Local Doctors Marriage in Mexico Customs Regulations Consumer Issues Passports Report of Birth Abroad IRS Income Tax Voter Registration Selective Service Visas How To Apply B1/B2 Tourist & Business Visas Visas for Minors Domestic Employee Visa Student Visas Work Visas TN Visas Media & Journalist Visas Trader & Investor Visas Emergency Visas Medical Case Visas Immigrant Visas Visa Delivery Policy News Current Issues Electronic Journals Resources Benjamin Franklin Library Educational Exchange Local Links EspañolLocations Mexico Ciudad Juarez Guadalajara Hermosillo Merida Monterrey Nogales Nuevo Laredo Puerto Vallarta Tijuana Matamoros Virtual Presence El Bajio UPDATED: 19 Mar 2008 GMT U.S. Consulate Merida According to State Department records, the first consul to Merida, Charles Thompson Jr., was confirmed on March 3, 1843. The opening of a U.S. Consulate was probably in response to the Mexican government s decree, opening the ports of Sisal and Campeche to duty-free import and export.Also: Full Story | Video | Photo The Consulate is looking for stories from you! The U.S. Consulate in Merida is looking for stories and memorabilia from the past and asking for your help! The Consulate is searching for photos, pictures, and other memorabilia associated with our long history in Yucatan. With your help, we will put together a visual display that takes our visitors on a journey...Also: Full Story | Video | Photo International Education Week In celebration...