Consulates are offices of the U.S. State Department that provide governmental services, including visa processing for foreign national applicants wishing to enter the U.S..  Embassies provide the same and more comprehensive services in addition to housing the office of the U.S. Ambassador to that country.

The U.S. Department of State provides a list of U.S. Embassies and Consulates around the world online.

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