AMENDED COMPACT OF 2023

SIGNED-FSM Compact Amendments

Agreement between the Government of the United States of America and the Government of the Federated States of Micronesia to Amend the Compact of Free Association, as Amended.


Federal Student Aid

In-State Tuition and Title IV Eligibility for Citizens of the Freely Associated States



Temporary Assistance for Needy Families

Changes to TANF law in treating citizens of countries governed by the Compact of Free Association (COFA)

SIGNED-FSM Fiscal Procedures Agreement

Agreement Concerning Procedure for the Implementation of United States Economic Assistance provided in the 2023 Amended Compact Between the Government of the United States of America and the Government of the Federated States of Micronesia.

Social Services Block Grant Program

Changes to SSBG Eligibility for Citizens of Countries Governed by the Compact of Free Association (COFA)

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program – Provisions in the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2024

Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program

Changes to LIHEAP Eligibility for Citizens of Countries Governed by the Compacts of Free Association (COFA)

SIGNED-FSM TFA with Annex and Rectification notes

Agreement Between the Government of the United States of America and the Government of the Federated States of Micronesia Regarding the Compact Trust Fund



In-State Tuition for FSM Students Studying in the US

The most recent Factsheet regarding In-State Tuition for FSM students studying in the U.S. Under the Amended Compact of 2023, FSM citizens are now qualify for in-state tuition at public colleges and universities, making higher education more accessible and affordable for our students.

Amended Compact of 2023 Latest Factsheet

The latest updates on the 2023 Compact of Free Association for your information.







Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)

COFA Citizens Eligibility for the Individuals and Households Programs and Amendment to FP 104-009-03, Individual Assistance Program and Policy Guide, Version 1.1.