State Dept Seeks Feedback on Diplomat Application Forms
Published Date: 5/9/2025
Notice
Summary
The Department of State wants to collect info from people applying for foreign diplomatic services and is asking for your thoughts before they make it official. This notice gives everyone 60 days to share feedback, making sure the process is smooth and clear. If you’re involved in diplomatic work, this could affect how you apply and share info, but there’s no new cost right now.
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