As provided for under the Compacts of Free Association, referred to as the Compact or the COFA, individuals from the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM), the Republic of the …

Compact of Free Association Map of COFA nations: Palau, the Federated States of Micronesia, and the Republic of the Marshall Islands are in red; the United States is in blue …

The Compacts of Free Association (also referred to as COFA) govern the relationships between the United States and the Republic of the Marshall Islands (RMI), Federated States of …

Renewing COFA supports both the FAS and American economies while mitigating national security and climate risks. 3 U.S. Congress Joint Economic Committee | May 2024

6 days ago · U.S / Greenland : The United States is examining whether a Compact of Free Association (COFA)—a legal framework under which Washington assumes responsibility for a …

Mar 10, 2025 · The Compact of Free Association (COFA) or simply “the Compact” is a term for several related treaties and agreements between the United States and three Pacific Island …

6 days ago · For now, a Compact of Free Association (COFA) is an arrangement that establishes a close but asymmetric partnership between the United States and three Pacific states: …

The COFA Amendments Act of 2003 (Public Law 108-188) amended the Compacts in a number of significant ways, including changing the immigration provisions. The Compacts, as …

Mar 8, 2024 · The COFA agreements include granting the U.S. sole and unfettered military access to the lands, waters and airspace of the FAS while providing economic assistance in …

Jan 5, 2026 · This guide highlights federal guidance on COFA eligibility for public assistance programs.