u/Westy41

Hello, all. I’m new to the foreign service. I would be interested to hear from those in the Consular cone about their career progression. Specifically, the following:

How long did it take to go from 04 to 03?

Are most consular officers still FP-04s by their third tour?

Are there 04 supervisory positions for 3rd tour officers overseas, or are they still generally on the visa line?

Which posts afford the chance for consular officers to be supervisors by their third tour?

Is AF a good bureau in which to advance a consular career?

I really appreciate any insight you have!