In order to extend privileges and
immunities under the Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations,
1961 and the Vienna Convention on Consular Relations, 1963 and to
issue official identification cards, the Department of State must
obtain information from foreign government representatives
concerning the appointment and termination of assignment of
diplomatic and career and honorary consular officers, foreign
government employees and their dependents in the United
States.
On behalf of this Federal agency, I certify that
the collection of information encompassed by this request complies
with 5 CFR 1320.9 and the related provisions of 5 CFR
1320.8(b)(3).
The following is a summary of the topics, regarding
the proposed collection of information, that the certification
covers:
(i) Why the information is being collected;
(ii) Use of information;
(iii) Burden estimate;
(iv) Nature of response (voluntary, required for a
benefit, or mandatory);
(v) Nature and extent of confidentiality; and
(vi) Need to display currently valid OMB control
number;
If you are unable to certify compliance with any of
these provisions, identify the item by leaving the box unchecked
and explain the reason in the Supporting Statement.