This Post Visualizer is a free, interactive visualization tool that maps all U.S. diplomatic posts worldwide, providing comprehensive allowance data, travel safety information, and country intelligence for anyone interested in U.S. diplomatic assignments abroad. Sourced from Open Source libraries including consular, Department of State, and CIA sources. Recommend full screen for maximum enjoyment.
Update Notes - 21 January 2026: Initial Release
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This is an interactive world map of U.S. embassies and consulates. Color the map by cost of living allowance, hardship differential or danger pay, and switch on travel advisories to see where they apply. Click a post to open its details.
Allowance percentages come first, then per diem by season and education allowances at post and away. Below them are population, currency and exchange rate, plus facts on government, geography, time difference, the U.S. mission, health and security.
The country facts describe the country, not daily life at a particular post. There's nothing here about housing, schools or the quality of a post's health care. Use the map to narrow a list, then research the posts that remain.
The map shows the allowance percentages for each post. The Salary Calculator turns them into dollars for your grade and step.
The tool shows the advisory level it last read and links to travel.state.gov for the full text. Check there before you travel.
The map and the post panel need room. On a phone, use the menu to choose a measure.