The dress code for all in-person and virtual plenary sessions is business formal (jacket required). For mission group meetings, the dress code is business casual.  

Dress Code FAQs:

• Is it acceptable to have hair dyed non-standard colors?
  Yes, for both men and women.

• Are there any restrictions on jewelry?  
  No, both men and women can wear earrings, necklaces, rings, etc.

• Are there any restrictions on colors of clothing?  
  No. In addition to dark blue, dark gray, and black, it is acceptable to wear other colors.

• What about shoes? Can we wear sandals?  
  Yes, sandals and other open-toed shoes are acceptable.

• Do women have to wear pantyhose?  
  No.

• How many suits do I need?
  Multiple suits are not mandatory; mixing and matching a couple options is okay as long as you have clean, pressed suits for formal days. 

• Do I need a specific type of bag?
  No. Backpacks are acceptable and TechForLife provides laptop bags. 

• Your unsigned SF-61 (Appointment Affidavit)

• A copy of your orders (if riding the shuttle)

• The photo ID you used to verify your I-9

• Lunch or a credit card to purchase lunch

• A notepad and pen (optional but recommended)

Diplomatic Security candidates may have additional requirements.  Please contact TACFSNewHire@state.gov for any questions about these.

There are refrigerators and microwaves available as well as water bottle refill stations in B Building where the majority of orientation takes place. Breakfast, lunch, coffee, and snacks are available for purchase at the cafeteria in C Building, and there is a mini-Starbucks in B Building. There are also microwaves in the cafeteria.  Additionally, there is a snack shop in C Building next to the cafeteria.