Charleston Council for International Visitors
CONNECTING CHARLESTON TO THE WORLD
Global impact begins locally. Through meaningful exchanges right here in Charleston, we connect rising leaders from across the globe with the people, institutions, and ideas that make our community remarkable. Every visit is a bridge between cultures, between nations, and between the shared values that unite us all.
About us
For more than fifteen years, the Charleston Council for International Visitors has been bringing the world to the Lowcountry — and bringing Charleston’s story to the world. As a proud member of the Global Ties U.S. network, we are part of one of America’s most distinguished diplomatic traditions. The International Visitor Leadership Program has engaged more than a hundred heads of state and over six hundred foreign cabinet ministers, including luminaries such as Margaret Thatcher and Anwar Sadat.
Welcome to Charleston!
We want your time here to be comfortable, meaningful, and enjoyable. From the moment you arrive, we want you to feel welcomed — not just as a program participant, but as a guest in our community. If you have questions, we are here to help.