What can a consulate do for you?

Consulates provide passport, birth registration and many others services for visiting or resident American citizens in a country. They also have consular sections which issue visas for foreign citizens to visit, study and work in the United States.

Can the US Embassy fly me home?

Can the U.S. Embassy send me home in a crisis? Only in limited circumstances. You have to look after yourself, because the embassy isn’t promising to evacuate you. Also, there are no free rides: citizens are generally responsible for reimbursing the government for the cost of their travel.

What to do if you are stuck overseas?

If you are overseas and in need of emergency assistance contact the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate. If you are concerned about a loved one overseas, please call: From the U.S. & Canada – 1-888-407-4747. From Overseas – +1 202-501-4444.

Is an embassy considered foreign soil?

Embassies are indeed foreign soil, however they are “set aside” in many ways. 1. They are guarded on the outside by local police or military units, and inside by US marines.

How to hide money and travel documents when you travel?

Hide your money and travel documents in several different places, not all in one stash. Many travelers also recommend bringing a dummy wallet when you travel, which is an old wallet filled with expired or fake credit cards and some small bills.

What are the best ways to stash your cash while travelling?

The best ways to stash your cash while travelling all have one thing in common – you should hide your money on your body. You gotta be sure to protect your hard earned cash! There are a ton of travel security products out there which are absolutely god-damn useless.

Are travel security products worth the money?

There are a ton of travel security products out there which are absolutely god-damn useless. Travel money belts and security neck pouches are useful for keeping your passport and money together in airports but are NOT a good idea if you are travelling through a country like Venezuela, Mexico or South Africa.

Is it safe to travel with cash?

Try to avoid flashing your cash and instead be ready with small bills. 99\% of the time, the world is a very safe place to travel in. You can get that percentage up to 99.9\% if you are smart – don’t make it obvious that you are traveling with cash.