Diplomatic ranks of the Russian Federation


The diplomatic ranks in the Russian Federation were introduced with enactment of the Federal Law of 27 July 2010 No.205-FZ. Diplomatic ranks are not to be confused with diplomatic positions.
Uniform and insignia for Russian diplomats were established by the Government of Russia Decree of 17 November 2001 No.799.

Ranks and insignia

CategoryRanksInsignia
Highest officialsAmbassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary
Highest officials1st class Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Envoy
Highest officials2nd class Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Envoy
Main officials1st class Councillor
Main officials2nd class Councillor
Leading officials1st class First secretary
Leading officials2nd class First secretary
Senior officials1st class Second secretary
Senior officials2nd class Second secretary
Junior officialsThird secretary
Junior officialsAttache