What does a diplomatic courier do exactly?

Question

I've been reading up on it, but it seems like a glorified mailman to me... Obviously you must put great emphasis on your job, but what else is there to the career? I imagine there has to be more than just receiving a briefcase from somewhere, heading to an airport, flying 12 hours around the world, and delivering it somewhere?

Answer 1

Better than being a cleaner.

Answer 2

See a detailed job description below.

Answer 3

It could be an envelope, it could be a briefcase, it could be a bag large enough for carry on, but it is exactly as you imagine it.  On the plus side, most countries allow their couriers to fly 1st class.  It's not just a job, it's an adventure.