The history of human relationships confirmsthe fact that for many hundreds of years people have been building diplomatic relations between states. The guarantor of peace and friendly interaction is the embassy. It is this one that represents this or that country in a foreign territory. Acting as ambassador has always been considered an honorable and difficult mission, because it depends on him in many ways how relations with the state in which the embassy is located will be built.
So what is the embassy?This is the diplomatic representation of the accrediting state located on the territory of the host country to maintain diplomatic relations at the highest level between the countries. The mission is headed by the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary. The High Commissioner is the authorized representative.
The ambassador is a very honorable title.They can only become a good leader, an excellent manager, confident negotiator, who should be appreciated and respected by representatives of the country. The ambassador must not only coordinate the functions of the embassy abroad, but also be responsible for the actions of other organizations of the country he represents.
Under the leadership of the ambassador, professionaldiplomats. They control the situation in the host country and report on the state of affairs, which allows you to quickly and accurately respond to various requirements. Diplomats are divided into several types.
Economists - their work includes direct contact withforeign governments, various environmental protection funds, as well as funds of certain organizations that cooperate with the host state. Also, economic diplomats agree with the opposite side about the adoption of new laws on trade.
Representatives of the administration - This category of diplomats is responsible for all embassies and consulates. They have diplomatic functions that provide people with access to the resources they need.
Political Officials. This category of diplomats should alwaysbe aware of all the political changes and events that are taking place in the country, which is constantly reported to the ambassador. Officials at the state level establish mutual understanding, support the policy of their country, while resorting to public resources.
Throughout the world, embassies and consulates are constantlyact and perform their functions. In more than 150 countries around the world, our embassies are located, here are just some of the states with which we maintain diplomatic cooperation: the Vatican, Belgium, Austria, Great Britain, Denmark, Greece, Ireland, Germany, Malta, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Cyprus, Italy, Spain, Finland, Portugal, France, Norway, Bulgaria, Albania, Sweden, Switzerland, Macedonia, Hungary, Slovakia, Romania, Poland, Croatia, Slovenia, Argentina, Yugoslavia, Brazil, Bolivia, Canada, Guyana, Mexico, Cuba, Costa Rica, Uruguay, the USA, Chile, Nicaragua, Jamaica.
An embassy is a representation that hashighest level. In turn, the general consulate or consulate stands at a lower level of diplomatic representation. The office is located outside the capital. For example, the consulate of France in India is in Mumbai, while the embassy itself is in New Delhi. At the head of the consulate is always the Consul General. If there are several consulates in the country, they will be headed by the Honorary Consul.
If you need a visa to travel tostate where a visa regime is provided, where to apply - to the consulate or embassy? A visa can be issued both at the consulate and at the embassy in the visa department. But it is worth noting that the embassy is primarily concerned with political issues. The consulate solves the problems of citizens, handles paperwork (passports, visas, certificates), contacts with local authorities. For those areas where visas are most in demand, special visa centers are created, it is convenient during the high season of tourist trips.
To obtain a tourist visa at the exit toAny country, a permanent or temporary residence permit, to get an entry for study, work, to resolve questions about citizenship, family reunification, you must first visit the consulate or embassy of the desired country in Moscow, submit the necessary documents. Each country has its own requirements for the list of documents, its own rules for registration. Failure to comply with even the slightest conditions may lead to the refusal to issue a visa. The consulates and embassies of some countries allow you to draw up documents through visa centers, while others do not allow this and make a condition of mandatory personal visits for both the submission of documents and the interview. Schengen countries are allowed to issue several visas to different countries at the same embassy within the framework of the representation.
In Moscow, you can get a visa by contacting onefrom 138 consulates and embassies, CIS offices are included here. Each country has its own rules, so it’s necessary to apply for a specific case. Many embassies provide an opportunity to seek advice through their own website or by e-mail, as well as by the specified phone number and address.
In Moscow it can be found at: B. Devyatinsky Lane, 8. Phone: 728-50-00. The consulate is located at 21 Novinsky Boulevard. Toll-free telephone: 787-31-67. The US Visa Service has its own e-mail: [email protected], as well as a toll-free number: 8-800-100-2554.
To obtain a visa to travel to the United States, you need to go through several steps in stages.
Step 1. Accurately determine the wording of your trip to the United States. There are several types of visas. To choose exactly what you need, more precisely specify the purpose of your visit.
Step 2. Recognize more precisely the list of required documents. The disadvantage of at least one of them is to receive a refusal.
Step 3. Submission of documents to the embassy. It is better if you ask for help in special companies that will help to do everything correctly and get the desired result.
In the United States, the Russian Embassy is located at: 2650 Wisconsin Ave., N.W. Washington, DC 20007. Calls at the number listed on the website at (202) 298-5700. The embassy also has e-mail: [email protected].
The relationship between Russia and the United States is definitelyleave much to be desired. Recently, the US government has been setting numerous sanctions against our country. However, the wise political decisions of our government allow us to peacefully regulate and smooth out the conflicts that arise. Russia correctly points out the need to respect the principles of mutual respect, equal relations, and non-interference in domestic political situations. Work and interaction with the United States continues in areas where these principles are respected, and the tasks of resolving international security are supported.
