DAFI36-2913 — Request For Approval Of Foreign Government Employment Of The Department Of The Air Force Members

DAFI36-2913 governs Department of the Air Force member requests for approval of foreign government employment.

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  • Publication number: DAFI36-2913
  • Title: REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF FOREIGN GOVERNMENT EMPLOYMENT OF THE DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE MEMBERS
  • Date: 2023-08-24

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It identifies eligible and ineligible officer and enlisted members and defines foreign government employment and emoluments. It requires joint approval from the Secretary of the Air Force and the Secretary of State before eligible members accept such employment.

Applies to: This publication applies to all eligible members of the Department of the Air Force (DAF) to include officers and enlisted receiving retirement pay.

Topics covered

  • Foreign government employment
  • Member eligibility
  • Employment approval
  • Emoluments
  • Foreign governmental entities
  • Application procedures
  • Statutory reporting

Questions and answers

Who must approve foreign government employment before an eligible member accepts it?

Eligible members must receive joint approval of the SecAF and the SecState prior to accepting employment with a foreign government or entity. (paragraph 90-161)

Are active-duty members eligible to apply for foreign government employment approval?

Active-duty members, to include Department of the Air Force Reserve Component (ARC) service members serving in Active Guard Reserve status. (paragraph 90-161)

What is foreign government employment?

Foreign government employment (FGE) is defined as any civil employment with a foreign government, regardless of whether or not payment of wages is received. (paragraph 90-161)

When is approval required for work involving foreign governmental entities?

Approval is required if work is directly or indirectly working for a foreign government. (paragraph 90-161)

What counts as emoluments from foreign government employment?

“Emoluments” is the profit arising from office or employment, namely, that which is received as compensation for services, or which is annexed to possession of office, including salary, consulting and other fees, proportionate profit-sharing, and gratuities, except as authorized by Congress. (paragraph 90-161)

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