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title: "Consular Definition and Functions | Model Diplomat"
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Model Diplomat Research Team · Last reviewed June 22, 2026

TL;DR

- Consular refers to the functions, officers, and institutions devoted to protecting a sending state's nationals and commercial interests within a receiving state's territory.
- How does consular immunity differ from diplomatic immunity?
- What does VCCR Article 36 guarantee?
- What is an exequatur and a consular district?
- Do severed diplomatic relations end consular relations?

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