Which deployment guidance document establishes standards for requesting and approving travel and diplomatic clearances?

The DoD Foreign Clearance Guide is the correct response as it specifically details the standards and procedures for obtaining travel and diplomatic clearances necessary for military personnel when deploying or traveling abroad. This document serves as an authoritative source for all aspects related to international travel, including the requirements for clearances, which can vary by destination and mission type.

The Joint Deployment Manual focuses on broader deployment policies and procedures rather than specifically addressing travel clearance documentation. The Deployment Operations Handbook is intended to provide guidance on operational deployment issues, but it does not concentrate solely on travel and clearance processes. Military Travel Regulations do discuss travel policies but again do not specifically cover the diplomatic clearance aspect in the depth required for deployment scenarios, making them less relevant for this particular context.