Dear American Citizens:

Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Federal Benefits Unit at the U.S. Embassy in Tel Aviv, Israel will be closed on Tuesday, February 9, 2010.  On Tuesday, February 9, 2010, we will not accept walk-in services for Social Security Number applications; questions regarding benefits from the Social Security Administration or Department of Veterans’ Affairs; or telephone inquiries relating to these matters.  We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for your understanding.

Sincerely,

Federal Benefits Unit

U.S. Embassy Tel Aviv, Israel

[email protected]

http://telaviv.usembassy.gov/consular/acs/benefits.aspx

(YWN Israel Desk – Jerusalem)