The history of human relationships confirms the fact that for many hundreds of years people have been building diplomatic relations between states. The embassy is the guarantor of peace and friendly interaction. This is it that represents a particular country on foreign territory. Acting as an ambassador has always been considered an honorable and difficult mission, because it depends on him in many ways how relations will be built with the state in which the embassy is located.
What is an embassy?
So what is an embassy? This is the diplomatic mission of the accrediting state located in the host territory to maintain diplomatic relations at the highest level between the countries. The representation is headed by the ambassador extraordinary and plenipotentiary. The High Commissioner is an authorized representative.
The ambassador is a very honorary title. They can become only a good leader, an excellent manager, a confident negotiator, who should be appreciated and respected by representatives of the country. The ambassador should not only coordinate the functions of the embassy abroad, but also be responsible for the actions of other organizations of the country he represents.
Where do our diplomats work?
Under the leadership of the ambassador, professional diplomats operate. They monitor the situation in the host country and report on the situation, which allows you to quickly and clearly respond to various requirements. Diplomats are divided into several types.
Economic employees - their work includes direct contact with foreign governments, various environmental protection funds, as well as funds of various organizations that cooperate with the host state. Also, economic diplomats agree with the opposite side on the adoption of new trade laws.
Administration representatives - this category of diplomats is responsible for all embassies and consulates. They are superimposed on diplomatic functions that provide people with access to the resources they need.
Political officials . This category of diplomats should always be aware of all the political changes and events that are taking place in the country, and the ambassador should be constantly informed about this. 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 constantly operate and carry out their functions. Our embassies are located in more than 150 countries of the world, here are just some of the countries 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, USA, Chile, Nicaragua, Jamaica.
The difference between the consulate and the embassy. Visa
An embassy is a representation that has the highest level. In turn, the Consulate General or the consulate is at a lower level of diplomatic representation. The office is located outside the capital. For example, the French Consulate in India is located in Mumbai, while the Embassy itself is in New Delhi. The Consulate General is always headed by the Consul General. If there are several consulates in the country, then they are headed by the Honorary Consul.
If you needed a visa to travel to a country where the 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, is engaged in the preparation of documents (passports, visas, certificates), contacts with local authorities. For those destinations where visas are most in demand, special visa centers are created, it is convenient in the high season of tourist trips.
Consulates and embassies in Moscow
To obtain a tourist visa to travel to any country, permanent or temporary residence permit, to apply for studies, work, to resolve citizenship issues, family reunification, you must first visit the consulate or embassy of the country in Moscow, apply for a package of documents. Each country puts forward its requirements for the list of documents, its own rules for registration. Failure to comply with even the smallest conditions may lead to a refusal to issue a visa. Consulates and embassies of some countries allow you to draw up documents through visa centers, while others do not allow this and set the condition for mandatory personal visits both for submitting documents and for an interview. The countries of the Schengen agreement allow you to apply for several visas to different countries at the same embassy as part of the representation.
In Moscow, a visa can be obtained by contacting one of 138 consulates and embassies, and CIS missions are included here. Each country has its own rules, so you have to apply for a specific case. Many embassies provide the opportunity to seek advice through their own website or by e-mail, as well as by phone and address.
U.S. Embassy in Moscow. How to get a visa?
In Moscow, it can be found at: B. Devyatinsky Lane, 8. Phone: 728-50-00. The consulate is located on Novinsky Boulevard, 21. Toll Free Number: 787-31-67. The US Visa Service has its e-mail: support-russia@ustraveldocs.com, as well as a toll-free phone number: 8-800-100-2554.
To get a visa to travel to the United States, you need to go through several steps in stages.
Step 1. Define your mission statement for the United States. There are several types of visas. To choose exactly what you need, more precisely indicate the purpose of your visit.
Step 2. More precisely, find out the list of required documents. The drawback of at least one of them is the rejection.
Step 3. Submission of documents to the embassy. It is better if you seek help from special firms that will help you do everything right and get the desired result.
Russian Embassy in the USA
In the United States, the Russian Embassy is located at 2650 Wisconsin Ave., NW Washington, DC 20007. You can call the telephone number on the website: (202) 298-5700. This embassy also has an e-mail: rusembusa@mid.ru.
Relations between Russia and the United States, of course, leave much to be desired. Recently, the US government has been putting forward multiple 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 observe the principles of mutual respect, equal relations, as well as non-interference in internal political situations. Work and interaction with the United States continues in those areas where these principles are respected, and the tasks of resolving international security are also supported.