German Embassy, Washington, DC

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The Ambassador and Departments section provides you with information about the Ambassador, 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.

German-French Élysée Celebration in Cincinnati

May 16, 2013 | Germany.info
Hanefeld at EACC Gala

German and French Deputy Chiefs of Mission Jens Hanefeld and Frédéric Doré visited Cincinnati in early May together to convey the message of French-German cooperation and see the traveling Élysée Treaty exhibit at the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center. The visit included meeting members of the community and international businesses, and a Gala hosted by the European American Chamber of Commerce.

Deputy Chief of Mission Jens Hanefeld Attends German-Jewish Heritage Event in Cincinnati

May 16, 2013 | Germany.info
Isaac M. Wise Temple Tour

An event hosted by Rabbi Kamrass and the Isaac M. Wise Temple in Cincinnati brought together the German-American and Jewish-American communities in the Cincinnati area. The luncheon was held at the Synagogue on Plum Street, and members of the community were happy for the opportunity to trade stories and establish a connection.

Former Senator Richard Lugar Receives Grand Cross of the Order of Merit

May 10, 2013 | Germany.info
Ambassador Ammon with Senator and Mrs. Lugar

Ambassador Ammon presented Senator Lugar with this distinct honor at the residence on May 8. Senator Lugar served the United States for 36 years and has been instrumental in maintaining and strengthening transatlantic relations.

Germany.info Spot the Bus Contest: Celebrating Creative Genius

May 10, 2013 | Germany.info
Celebrating the Creative Genius of Germany's Richard Wagner

With our Spot the Bus contest this year, the German Embassy and Germany.info are celebrating two of Germany’s creative geniuses from the world of culture, artist Albrecht Dürer and composer Richard Wagner.

New Mendelssohn Exhibition at Ambassador's Residence

May 7, 2013 | Germany.info
Carol Kahn Strauss speaks at the Mendelssohn Exhibition Opening

Ambassador Ammon and LBI International Director Kahn Strauss opened an exhibition titled “The Mendelssohns: A German Family of Scholars, Bankers, and Artists” in the German Residence. Guests enjoyed music by Fanny Hensel and Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy.

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Ambassador Peter Ammon

Ambassador Peter Ammon

Ambassador Peter Ammon represents German interests in the United States and works to foster and deepen German-American relations in the political, economic and cultural spheres.

Employment Opportunities

The following position at the Embassy is available. Job description, qualifications, deadline for applications and other information are found in the announcement.