California · Unemployment Insurance Code - UIC

UIC §643: “Employment” does not include service performed in the employ of a foreign government (including service as a consular or other officer or employee or a nondiplomatic representative).

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Work performed for a foreign government, including as a consular officer or employee, is excluded from the definition of 'employment' under this statute.

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“Employment” does not include service performed in the employ of a foreign government (including service as a consular or other officer or employee or a nondiplomatic representative).

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