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Can spouses of diplomats work?
Like a lot of diplomatic spouses, the options for formal employment are limited due to visa restrictions. This means working in the local diplomatic mission, or for an international organisation are usually the only options. And, of course, you compete with many others who are also seeking the opportunity.
What do spouses of ambassadors do?
The role of the spouse is simple – provide support to your husband and family, make new homes many times in life and get involved in country promotion whenever possible. Easier said than done, the supportive role very often means you have to quit your own career and change your focus of life.
How do you address an ambassador’s spouse?
In direct conversation, address an ambassador as Mr. /Madam Ambassador or Ambassador Jones. His/her spouse should be referred to as Mr. /Mrs.
What is it like to be a diplomatic family?
Diplomatic families live the lifestyle of the rich without actually having the money for it.
Can I wait tables as a diplomatic wife?
However husband gets that money and get gets “diets”, which are fine for both of you. But it is about the agreement between you and your husband. In the US diplomatic wife gets working permit and I could wait tables, but it is very frustrating with my education. Plus it takes very long time to find a job and you know you will go back soon.
How long does it take to prepare to become a diplomat?
When diplomat in our country gets accepted, it is only few months until the mission starts. There is literally no time for you to prepare.
Will I lose points if I don’t have a spouse?
Unmarried, gay or tandem couples will not loose points because they don’t have a spouse performing unpaid labor for the mission, but you and you diplomatic spouse will be judged – and possibly loose career opportunities – if you personally don’t contribute a fair amount of unpaid labor.