Personnel drawing annuities based on employment in the above categories. Non-career personnel who have Presidential appointments as Ambassadors of the United States of America. Peace Corps administrative staff and Peace Corps volunteers. Executive Branch civilian employees, including Department of Defense civilians, assigned overseas on a regular tour of duty. Spouses of the above and dependents who are 19 years of age or older.
Membership is free and is for life.
Members in all categories described above may retain active memberships even after their affiliation with one of the Foreign Service agencies listed above is terminated. Eligibility requirements for the Foreign Service Benefit Plan may differ from the requirements for membership in the Protective Association.