Abstract
This article focuses on factors that are predictors of the willingness of dual-career couples in the Dutch Foreign Service to accept an international assignment. Until recently, diplomatic spouses (mostly women) had simply been expected to follow and give up their own career if their partner was offered an overseas posting. However, with an increasing number of dual-career couples, such an action can no longer be taken for granted. Results of this study show that two thirds of the employees remain willing to accept a relocation abroad and that a similar proportion of spouses remains willing to follow. A spouse's prior experience abroad and relative career priority are significant predictors of the willingness of couples to accept an international assignment. This study indicates that the human resource management policies of the Foreign Services Department need to take into account decision-making processes involving both the diplomat and the spouse now more than ever before.
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