Assistant Secretary for Consular Affairs responsibilities

The Assistant Secretary for Consular Affairs shall maintain continuous observation and coordination of all matters pertaining to consular functions in the conduct of foreign policy, including, as appropriate— (1) formulating and implementing policy relating to immigration, provision of consular services, and determination of United States citizenship; (2) developing, revising, implementing, and directing policies, procedures, and regulations relating to functions of the Bureau of Consular Affairs, including— (A) the adjudication and issuance of passports, visas, and related services; (B) the protection and welfare of United States citizens and interests abroad; (C) the provision of third-country representation; and (D) the determination of United States citizenship or nationality; (3) providing guidance and recommendations on related consular issues to Department principals and United States embassies and consulates; (4) ensuring responsive and efficient provision of consular services in the United States and overseas; (5) overseeing and directing the Passport Office and Visa Office; (6) maintaining the integrity and security of official consular documentation issued by the Department, in collaboration with the Bureau of Diplomatic Security; and (7) performing such other related duties as the Under Secretary for Management may from time to time designate.