Are governments limited in staff they can deploy to a consulate? [closed]

1. Are any US consulates open?
2. Is the US consulate in China Open?
3. How are US embassies protected?
4. What is the difference between an embassy and a consulate?
5. When US visa will open?
6. What US state is closest to China?
7. How do I get an American visa from China?
8. How many consulates does China have in the USA?
9. Do US ambassadors have bodyguards?
10. Will the US embassy fly me home?
11. Can an embassy detain you?
12. What can an embassy help you with?
13. What can a consulate do for you?
14. Do embassy staff live in the embassy?

Are any US consulates open?

U.S. Embassies and Consulates began a phased reopening in July 2020; however, many consulates remain closed for routine services. Consulates and Embassies remain open for emergency and mission-critical visa services and will continue to provide these emergency based services.

Is the US consulate in China Open?

On Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, we are only open 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon. We are closed Thursday afternoons except for passport pickup and emergency situations. We are closed on most American and Chinese holidays.

How are US embassies protected?

DS plays a vital role in protecting U.S. embassies and personnel overseas, securing critical information systems, investigating passport and visa fraud, and fighting terrorism. Usually, local security guards are integrated into DS protection plans.

What is the difference between an embassy and a consulate?

An embassy is a diplomatic mission generally located in the capital city of another country which offers a full range of services, including consular services. ... A consulate is a diplomatic mission that is similar to a consulate general, but may not provide a full range of services.

When US visa will open?

The step has been taken considering current COVID-19 conditions. The announcement was made by the US Consulate General Hyderabad via its Twitter handle on 27 April 2021. From 3 May 2021, all routine visa services have been cancelled by the US Consulate General Hyderabad until further notice.

What US state is closest to China?

Honolulu is the closest to most of China, Southeast Asia, Korea, Japan and Australia. Miami is the closest to islands in the South Atlantic Ocean and the very Southern tip of South Africa.

How do I get an American visa from China?

How to Apply

1. Complete the Nonimmigrant Visa Electronic Application (DS-160) form.
2. Pay the visa application fee.
3. Schedule your appointment on this web page. ...
4. Visit the U.S. Embassy or Consulate General on the date and time of your visa interview.

How many consulates does China have in the USA?

The people's Republic of China currently maintains one Embassy in Washington D.C., but also maintains 5 consulates-general in the following U.S. cities: New York, NY; Chicago, IL; San Francisco, CA; Los Angeles, CA; Houston, TX.

Do US ambassadors have bodyguards?

Yes, U.S. ambassadors have security arrangements for their protection. ... local security personnel, from the government, police or military, or personnel formerly employed by, or retired from, the government or police or military.

Will the US embassy fly me home?

During an emergency, the U.S. Embassy has several obligations and risks to consider. One of their primary obligations is ensuring the welfare of American citizens in the country. ... However, in the event of most emergencies, the embassy will not pay for a flight to get home.

Can an embassy detain you?

Rest assured, the "US embassy" (you mean the embassy's "consular compound") does not have the power/right to "detain" anyone against their will...

What can an embassy help you with?

What the U.S. Embassy Can Do:

• Issue a full validity passport in about two weeks.
• Issue an emergency passport in about 72 hours.
• Approve citizenship, and issue a report of birth abroad for your child.
• Notarize certain documents for use in the U.S. or for Americans to use abroad.

What can a consulate do for you?

Activities of a consulate include protecting the interests of their citizens temporarily or permanently resident in the host country, issuing passports; issuing visas to foreigners and public diplomacy.

Do embassy staff live in the embassy?

In some countries, American staff may live on the embassy compound, but they frequently live in apartments or houses in the host city. The ambassador's residence is often used for official functions, and its public areas are often decorated with American art on loan from museums.