A Traveler In The Foreign Service: How To Avoid Posts Where You Might Get Eaten Alive

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8-08-2012 @ 10:41AM

Charles said...

Absolutely love this series.

Question for Dave though.

Is it possible to develop a second career (after retirement) as a FSO? In other words, is there an age limit on joining the Service?

8-08-2012 @ 12:04PM

Thanks, Charles. You have to be no older than 59 years, 364 days the day you actually start work. And then at 65, they boot you out. But here's the good news: even after 65, you can serve as a WAE (while actually employed) contract worker, for up to six months per year at various posts that need temporary help. It's quite a good gig...hope this helps. Give me a shout if you need anything.

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