International Visitors

Short-term international visitors are welcome at BLS, free of charge. The Division of International Technical Cooperation organizes visits to BLS for many persons each year. Visits are arranged for individuals, as well as for groups of all sizes. Visitors include economists, statisticians, researchers, analysts, managers, academics, trade union representatives, business leaders, and journalists.

Meetings are conducted in English. Non-English speaking visitors should bring their own interpreter. Every visit is unique and is organized to meet the needs and interests of the visitor(s).

Requests for visits to BLS should be made as far in advance as possible, and include the following information:

• Preferred dates and time of visit to the BLS;
• Number of participants and their names;
• Names of interpreters, when applicable;
• Topic(s) of interest (as detailed as possible);
• Mention of any previous visits;

Requests for customized programs, overseas seminars, consultations, and visits may be made by letter, telephone, fax, or e-mail to:

Brian E. Graf, Acting Chief
Division of International Technical Cooperation
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Room 2190
2 Massachusetts Avenue, NE
Washington, DC 20212-0001

Telephone: (202) 691-5666

Fax: (202) 691-7900

E-mail: Contact us

Security procedures

Everyone is required to enter the Bureau of Labor Statistics through the First Street, NE entrance (between Massachusetts Avenue and G Street, NE) across from Union Station. Everyone is required to show photo identification, such as a passport, to gain entry into BLS. After verification, visitors will be screened with X-ray and metal detection equipment.

Last modified: May 7, 2008