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    Must one be a citizen of the United States to apply? Or can a permanent resident be eligible?
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    You must be a United States citizen at time of request (when you send in your application).
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    If I am a dual citizen of the U.S. and another country, would I still be allowed to become a diplomat?
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    No. Dual citizens need to decide on a single citizenship prior to appointment.
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    Can I work at a US embassy if I am not in the military?
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    Yes, you can. Business and political science majors have been known to work for US embassies.
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    Can I become a U.S. diplomat with a foreign nationality?
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    No, you must be a U.S. citizen. Also, if you have dual citizenship, you will be required to renounce your other citizenship to complete the training and hiring process.
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