What if something goes badly wrong while you’re abroad? What if you’re the victim of a crime, or fall ill? What if someone close to you dies abroad, or suffers other serious misfortune? In this section we explain how we can help. Call Consular Assistance if you need assistance abroad: The Consular Assistance team in London can be reached on: 020 7008 1500 (+44 020 7008 1500 from abroad) This number operates 24 hours a day ‘Exceptional Assistance Measures for Victims of Terrorist Incidents Overseas’ A ministerial statement (Word doc) on... 

Take out a policy with a 24-hour emergency service. Serious accidents or illness will all be managed by the assistance company. They will make any necessary arrangements and provide help and advice throughout the ordeal.  Read More →