However, it doesn't recommend these parties and accepts no responsibility for their professional ability or integrity. Other services offered to American citizens include advice on social security matters, selective service registration, veterans affairs and economic or commercial matters. WHAT THEY DON'T DO On the other hand there are some things that the consular offices will not do for you. Don't expect them to find you employment, get you a residence or work permit or driver's license, act as interpreters, search for missing luggage or settle disputes with hotel managers. They can, however, tell you who can do these things for you.
American citizens living in Germany are subject to the jurisdiction of German law and regulations.
If they become involved in private disputes with foreign nationals or business enterprises, and the controversy can't be settled amicably, the normal recourse is to the remedies provided by German law. American diplomatic or consular officers may not act as attorneys or agents in private matters. Again, however, they will provide you a list of names and telephone numbers of those who can help. Another function of the U.S. State Department in Germany is the operation of a limited number of America Houses, which have the mission of promoting understanding of US political, economic and social issues, and encouraging exchanges and discussions between Germans and Americans on issues of bilateral interest. America Houses are located in Berlin, Cologne, Frankfurt and Leipzig.