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Help Abroad

Whether you’re experiencing a crisis or need urgent assistance while abroad, the U.S. embassy or consulate is here to assist. We can help if you’ve lost a passport, are a victim of a crime, or need help returning to the United States during a crisis or after a natural disaster.

Contact a U.S. embassy

Contact the U.S. embassy or consulate for routine services and emergency help.

Emergency helplines

If you can’t reach the nearest U.S. embassy during an emergency, call us:

From U.S. and Canada: 888-407-4747
All other locations: 202-501-4444

  • Review how the U.S. government helps U.S. citizens during a crisis event.

  • Learn how to replace your passport while you are abroad.

  • Learn how you can access support and resources if you are a victim of crime while traveling abroad.

  • Review tips and guidance on how you can locate and make contact with a missing U.S. citizen abroad.

  • Get tips to avoid arrest and learn about consular services for U.S. citizens who are arrested or detained abroad.

  • Review tips on how to access your money in an emergency abroad. Learn about applying for financial assistance.