German Embassy, Washington, DC

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US Capitol in Washington, DC.
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 Welcome to the German Embassy in Washington, DC, the official representation of the Federal Government of Germany in the United States.

The Ambassador and Departments section provides you with information about Ambassador Klaus Scharioth, as well as the work and services of the embassy departments.

In our Visa, Passport, Legal section you will find information on the numerous consular and legal services for US residents and German citizens within the Embassy's area of Consular Jurisdiction: Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia and the District of Columbia.

Ambassador Scharioth Presents George F. Kennan Commentary Award to Columnist Roger Cohen

Jul 30, 2010 | Germany.info
Cohen and Scharioth

Cohen, a columnist for the New York Times and the International Herald Tribune, was recognized for his analytical article entitled "German Angst" in the magazine of the Süddeutsche Zeitung. The award was presented during a reception for the Arthur F. Burns Fellowship program for journalists.

Waldsee German Camp Celebrates 50th Year

Jul 28, 2010 | Germany.info
Ambassador Scharioth and young language learners pose for a photo with the suitcase at Waldsee © Concordia Language Villages

Ambassador Scharioth helped mark the 50th anniversary of Waldsee, the German-language immersion camp in Minnesota. During his visit, he launched the tour of the suitcase that will travel the US as part of the campaign "Echo 2010: the German Language Goes on Tour."

Discussion on Economic, Political Relations with Russia

Jul 22, 2010 | Germany.info
Prof. Mangold and Ambassador Scharioth

Ambassador Scharioth met with Prof. Mangold, chairman of the German Committee on Eastern European Economic Relations, and high-ranking US and German guests for a discussion on economic and political relations with Russia. 

Greeting from Ambassador Scharioth on Independence Day

Jul 2, 2010 | Germany.info
German Ambassador Klaus Scharioth

The Fourth of July, commemorating the Declaration of Independence and the spirit of liberty embodied by the American Revolution, is a day of celebration for the United States of America, for the whole world and for Germany also. On behalf of all Germans, I would like to extend my sincere and warmest congratulations to all Americans.

International Parliamentary Scholarships (IPS) Program in Berlin

Jun 30, 2010 | Germany.info
The Reichstag in Berlin

Are you interested in politics? Would you like to gain insight into the workings of German democracy? Every year, 120 young people from 28 countries have the opportunity to take part in the International Parliamentary Scholarship  program in Berlin. The application deadline is July 31.

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The Ambassador

Ambassador Klaus Scharioth, © German Embassy, Washington DC; by Larry Levin

The German Embassy is headed by Ambassador Klaus Scharioth. Read more about his work in our Ambassador's Corner.

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Germany on "Embassy Row" on WTOP 103.5

"Embassy Row" on WTOP radio

In cooperation with WTOP 103.5 FM radio, the German Embassy is presenting a month-long series celebrating the fall of the Berlin Wall and presenting German politics, culture and lifestyle.

Employment Opportunities

At present, there are no open positions. Please check the website regularly for announcements of job opportunities.