Property Program

OFM's Property Section manages all acquisitions, including leases, additions, and sales of real property by foreign missions to assure that it is consistent with national security interests, reciprocity, and applicable local and international law. Those foreign governments not providing the United States with substantially equivalent property rights are not permitted to purchase real estate for their diplomatic or consular posts. In addition, the Property Section provides general guidance to foreign missions, local governments, attorneys, and real estate brokers regarding property taxation, zoning, and other related matters. Finally, the Property Section oversees the preservation and maintenance of those foreign mission properties with which the United States no longer maintains diplomatic relations.