However, this chart can generally be relied upon as reflecting DFATD's interpretation of the law to be applied on a consistent basis by its staff. The scope of immunities listed on this page is not intended for United States preclearance officers working in Canada.

This interpretation chart is not the law the law is contained in the Acts themselves, such as the Foreign Missions and International Organizations Actand related Orders in Council. Law enforcement officers seeking advice on the immunities of accredited foreign representatives can consult the Diplomatic Security Liaison Unit. The status of accredited foreign representatives, and hence the level of immunities, is determined by the entry under 'designation' and category of Acceptance/Identity Card, not by the colour or the serial letter on such documents. This chart is intended as a guide for law enforcement, border and other authorities who require information to establish the level of immunity granted to foreign representatives. Scope of Immunities and Summary of Law Enforcement Measures - Bilateral Postings

Diplomatic immunity laws