Essential Protocol Tool Kit

An extensive compilation of useful material for protocol and advance professionals.  

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What is
Protocol?

Hosting
Distinguished Visitors

Gastromacy

Cultural Sensitivity

Advance 

Protocol
in the United States

Invitations & Replies

Dietary Concerns

Religious Awareness

Press Advance

Establishing an Office of Protocol: Case Study NYC

Titles & Forms of Address

Toasts & Toasting

Patriotic Customs

Hotel Advance

Official Visits
(to the United States
)

Order of Precedence

Dignitary Protection

Flag Etiquette

Perfect Backdrops

Diplomatic
Immunity

Gift Giving
(and Receiving)

Terrorism

Star Spangled Banner

Event Lighting

Glossary of
Diplomatic Terms

Seating Arrangements Motorcades

First Aid Guidance
for Travelers

Event Sound

Language
and Interpretation
Receiving Lines Motorcade Instructions
(for Volunteer Drivers)
Jet Lag &
Traveler's Fatigue
Stage Construction

PROTOCOLLUM ™

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Fall 1994



Spring 1995 


 
Summer 1995



Winter 1996

U.S. Government Resources

U.S. Department of State

U.S. Department of State

OFFICES

PROGRAMS

COUNTRY PROFILES

TRAVEL

PUBLICATIONS

Office of the
Chief of Protocol

Diplomatic and Consular Immunity

Background Notes

Overseas
Citizens  Services

Diplomatic List

Protocol Gift Unit

Circular Notes and Notices

Country Studies

Smart Traveler Program
(STEP)

Foreign Consular 
Offices in the U.S.

Protocol FAQ

Diplomatic Motor Vehicle Program

Investment Climate Statements

Safe Trip Abroad

Key Officers of Foreign Service Posts

Office of
Foreign Missions

OFM Regional Offices

Country Reports
on Terrorism

Learn About Your Destination

U.S. Embassy
Web Sites

Protective Liaison Division

Screening Courtesies for Foreign Officials

Counter-Terrorism
Calendar

Travel Alerts and Warnings

Web Sites of Foreign Embassies in the U.S.

Country Desk
Offices

U.S. Bilateral Relations
Fact Sheets
A-Z List of Country and Other Area Pages Your Health
Abroad
Foreign
Per Diem Rates

Travels of the
President

Travels of the
Secretary

Visits by
Foreign Leaders

Other U.S. Government Agencies


The White House

Central Intelligence Agency

 

Central Intelligence Agency

U.S. Department of Commerce

Customs, PROTOCOL - Extraordinary Dignitary Management

U.S. Customs and Border Protection

whitehouse.gov

World Leaders

Commercial Service

Travel Tips

Schedule and Guidance

World Fact Book

Country Reports

Documents for Entry into USA for Non-Citizens

Request a
White House Greeting

World Maps

export.gov

Focus on Trade

usa.gov

National Technical Information Service NTIS



Homeland Security



U.S. Department of Justice



U.S. Secret Service



U.S. Trade Representative

Preventing Terrorism

Foreign Corrupt Practices Act

How Protection Works?

Trade Relation Reports

National Terrorism
Advisory System

Foreign Agents Registration Act

Frequently Asked Questions

Countries and Regions

TSA Pre-Check

Presidential Protection

Trade Resources

Military Regulations

U.S. Department of Defense

DoD Instr 1005.4
Performance of the "Star Spangled Banner," Foreign National Anthems and  "Hail to the Chief" 
(09/18/81) 

DoD Inst 1005.6
Display of the National Flag at Half Staff
(03/27/08)

 

DoD Man 1348.33-M
Volume 1
Manual of Military Decorations & Awards
(03/07/13)
 

DoD Dir 1005.10
Table of Honors for Civilian and Military Officials of the Department of Defense
(07/24/81 updated 2003)
 

DoD Dir 7250.13

Use of Appropriated Funds for Official Representation Purposes
(06/30/09) 

 

DoD Dir 1005.13
Gifts from Foreign Governments
(02/19/02 updated 2003)

DoD Reg 5500.07
Joint Ethics Regulation
(11/29/07)

DoD Man 1348.33-M
Volume 2
Manual of Military Decorations & Awards
(05/31/13)

DoD Man 1348.33-M
Volume 3
Manual of Military Decorations & Awards
(10/31/13)

US Military
Rank & Insignia
Guide


Air Force


Army


Coast Guard


Marine Corps


Navy

AFI 51-901
Gifts from Foreign Government
(04/01/11) 
 

DA Pamphlet 600-60
A Guide for Protocol and Etiquette for Official Entertainment
(12/11/01)

COMDINST1020.6E
Coast Guard Uniform Regulations
(07/02/03)
 

MCO P1020.34G
Marine Corps Uniform Regulations
(03/31/03)
 

NTP 13(B)
Flags, Pennants and Customs
(08/86)
 

AFPD 34-12
Air Force Protocol
(10/28/11)
 
 

AR 37-47
Representation Funds of the Secretary of the Army
(03/12/04)
 

MCO P10520.3B
Marine Corps Flag Manual
(09/15/89)

 

OPNAVINST 1710.7
Social Usage and Protocol Handbook
(06/15/01)
 

AFI 34-1201
Protocol
(01/25/13)

 

AR 1-100
Gifts and Donations
(11/15/83)

 

MCO P5060.20
Marine Corps Drill and Ceremonies Manual
(05/05/03)

Chapter 12, Navy Regs
Flags, Pennants, Honors, Ceremonies and Customs
(undated)
 

AF Pamphlet 34-1202
Guide to Protocol
(01/10/13)

 

AR 1-101
Gifts for Distribution to Individuals
(05/01/81)
 

SECNAVINST 1650.1G
Navy and Marine Corps Awards Manual
(01/07/02)
 

AFI 51-601
Gifts to the Department of the Air Force
(11/26/03)
 

AR 600-8-22
Military Awards
(02/25/95)

 

SECNAVINST 7042.7K
Guidelines for Use of Official Representation Funds
(03/14/06)
 

AFI 65-603
Official Representation Funds
(08/24/11)
 

AR 840-10
Flags, Guidons, Streamers, Tabards and Automobile and Aircraft Plates
(11/01/98)

NAVPERS 15665I
Navy Uniform Regulations
(07/11)

 

AF Manual 36-2203
Drill and Ceremonies
(11/20/13)
 
 

AR 600-25
Salutes, Honors and Visits of Courtesy
(09/24/04)
 

NAVPERS 15956D
Naval Funerals at Arlington National Cemetery
(09/17/93)
 

AFI 36-2803
The Air Force Awards and Decorations Program
(06/15/01)

 

AR 670-1
Wear and Appearance of Army Uniforms
(02/03/05)
 

AF Pamphlet 30-6
Dining-In
(4/86)

 

FM 3.21-5
 Drill and Ceremonies
(07/07/03)
 
 

Air Force Protocol
Precedence List
HQ USAF/CVAP
(8/22/03) 

FC 21-1
Formal Dining-In
(12/01/83)
 
 

Til Wheels Are Up

USAARMC Pam 600-60
Protocol Handbook
(US Army Armor Center)
(02/18/92) 
 

AETC Pamphlet 90-101
Protocol Primer
(11/1/95) 

Protocol Precedence List Army Protocol Directorate
Office of the Chief of Staff
(3/2010) 
 


 United Nations

Protocol  & Liaison Service

Permanent
Missions

Heads of State
Heads of Government

Vienna Convention
Diplomatic Relations

Vienna Convention
Consular Relations

Patriotic Customs

World Flags

U.S. Flag Code

National Anthems

Other Instrumental Salutes

International Holidays
and Observances

Cultural Differences

Cultural Sensitivities

Ministries of Foreign Affairs

Public Holidays

Global Terrorism
Index

Doing Business Project 

Culturegrams

Embassies and Consulates Around the World Debrett’s Correct Form 

 Corruption Perception
Index

Market Research Library

Religious Awareness

Diplomatic License Plate Codes in the US

Zagat
Restaurant Reviews

Crime & Safety Reports
(OSAC)

Investment Climate Statements

Religions of the World

Public Holidays

Global Conflict
Tracker

Global
Terrorism Database

Country Studies

Travel Smarter

US DEPARTMENT
of STATE 

TOOLS HOLIDAYS & OBSERVANCES AIR
TRAVEL
HEALTH

Overseas Citizens
Services

Currency
Converter

Holidays
in the United States

Flight Tracker
(from FlightStats)

Symptom Checker
(from WebMD)

Safe Trip Abroad

Time Zone
Calculator

Holidays and Observance Around the World

FAA Flight Delay Information

Disease Outbreak
Map

Traveler's Checklist

Translation
Tool

National Holidays
of Foreign Countries

Seat Guru

Your Health Abroad

Foreign Per Diem Rates

International
Telephone Codes

Counter-Terrorism
Calendar

Airport Codes

Vaccination Tracker

Visa Requirements
for US Citizens
Electrical Adapters
by Country

Worldwide Election
Guide

International
Weather Forecasts
World Health Organization (WHO)

Travel Advisories Issued By…


United Kingdom

Other Countries 

Select Media Outlets

ABC News