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Types of Diplomatic Missions
A country may have several different types of diplomatic missions in another country.

Embassy
A diplomatic mission located in the capital city of another country which generally offer a full range of services, including consular services.

High Commission
An embassy of a Commonwealth country located in another Commonwealth country.

Permanent Mission
A diplomatic mission to a major international organization.

Consulate General
A diplomatic mission located in a major city, other than the capital city, which provides a full range of services, including consular services.

Consulate
A diplomatic mission that is similar to a consulate general, but which does not provide a full range of services.

Consulate Headed by Honorary Consul
A diplomatic mission headed by an Honorary Consul which provides only a limited range of services.

 
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