To work as a locally employed staff member of the U.S. Mission to Egypt, an American citizen must have the legal right to work in Egypt. This includes permanent residents in Egypt, spouses or children of Egyptian nationals, and long-term residents. The U.S. Mission to Egypt can also employ American citizens listed on diplomatic orders or those with a SOFA sponsor. Those U.S. citizens interested in a career with the Foreign Service should visit www.careers.state.gov.

Yes — the International SOS program is designed to increase your health care options, not reduce them. Remember, if you use a civilian provider outside of the International SOS system, you will have to pay upfront and file a claim. See similar questions...

The general answer is whichever is closest to you. Because Mexico is such a large country with so many Americans living and traveling here, we have in addition to the Embassy in Mexico City several Consulates around the country (think of them as branch offices). It is usually best to contact the Embassy or Consulate nearest you, since that office will be in the best position to offer you help or information. See similar questions...

The children visit the U.S. on a visitor's visa that expires in 30 days. Both the Ethiopian government and the U.S. government expect the children and adult visitors to return according to international guidelines. The visitor's visa provides the opportunity for the children to visit interested families. A permanent stay with a family requires much more extensive paperwork to be completed and a formal adoption proceeding in Ethiopia. See similar questions...

No, but Gladney strongly encourages both to travel especially adopting an older child. The children will want you to see where they have lived and it gives parents a better perspective and insight into the background of their child. The adopting couple will need to be in Ethiopia for 7 to 9 days to complete the in-country process. The economic conditions in Ethiopia are difficult and families suffer from poverty, illnesses and stress. See similar questions...

The coffee tree is indigenous to the Ethiopian highlands (Limu is essentially wild coffee) - this is where all Arabica coffee in the world originally comes from. It's the best natural high-altitude rain forest region on the whole planet to grow coffee - the Arabica trees are self-propagating and wild here. Hence the famous and unique flavours that come from here. See similar questions...

The U.S. embassy is in Guangzhou, Guangdong, China. That’s why you travel there for the last half of your trip. See similar questions...

If you are are retired from the military and are a holder of a U.S. military identification card, you can obtain Army Post Office privileges through the Embassy. In order to obtain these privileges, you need to bring your U.S. military identification card and Form DD-214 to the Embassy reception desk (located in the main entrance of the Embassy) between 12:00 PM and 3:00 PM Monday through Friday. See similar questions...

We list all our prices as standard in USD or American dollars. Since we are an international supplier and send products to all parts of the world, the American dollar is universally understood. You can convert these amounts to another currency at www.xe.com to see the approximate value in your local currency. Please remember as we are in Australia, we charge you in Australian or $AUD at the appropriate equivalent rate. See similar questions...

No, there is no IRS office or representative at the Embassy. We do, however, stock many federal tax forms and booklets at the American Citizen Services Unit. See similar questions...

Contact SWAU's admissions office. Let them know you got the visa and when you plan to arrive on campus and if you plan to live in the dormitory. The closest international airport is the Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport. If you are flying you will need to tell us if you need us to pick you up at the airport or if you have friends or family picking you up. See similar questions...

The Embassy is located on Grosvenor Square which is in Mayfair. Please refer to this map of the area and information on how you can find the Embassy. See similar questions...

The Embassy is closed on Dutch and Nigerian Public holidays which you will also find in the location link of our site. See similar questions...

Most of the embassies are located in Mexico city. However a US consular agency happens to be in Ixtapa, in the Hotel Fontan: the phone number is 755 553-2100. The phone number of the US embassy located in Mexico city is: 900 849-4949. The Canadian authorities have an Honorary Consul in Acapulco: 744 484-1305 and 744 484-1349. See similar questions...

U.S. Embassies and Consulates are located in most countries. You can access http://travel.state.gov/links.html to find the location nearest you. See similar questions...

There is a US Consular Agency in Cancun, part of the US Embassy to Mexico. The US Department of State provides information online for travelers to Mexico. See similar questions...

We appreciate your interest in volunteering at the Addis Ababa Fistula Hospital. Unfortunately, the hospital cannot accommodate volunteers at their facility in Ethiopia. However, guests are welcome to visit the hospital and see the inspiring work being done there. If you are planning a trip to Ethiopia and wish to visit the hospital, write info@fistulafoundation.org and we will put you in touch with the right people to schedule your visit. See similar questions...

The office will assist you in the process of requesting a VISA. It is a long and complex process therefore we recommend to apply as early as possible. Due to tougher internatioanal regulation, at the time of the VISA application, the Foundation becomes the responsible party and the guarantor of your staying: legal statements are made in regard to the legitimacy of your staying and the related financial guarantees. See similar questions...

The U.S. Embassy in Costa Rica hires locally only a very small number of administrative personnel, and openings are fairly infrequent. Employees hired locally are paid local salary rates and are covered by Costa Rican labor laws. See the Embassy of Costa Rica's work permits page for information on getting a work permit to get a job on the local market. If you are a U.S. citizen and are interested in a career or internship in the U.S. Foreign Service, you can find complete information on the U.S. See similar questions...