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Last updated at 15:36 (UK time) 18 Dec 2012
Our travel publications
We produce a range of consular publications that encourage safer overseas travel and describe how we can help if things go wrong.
To order copies...
If you would like to order hard copies of any of these publications you can do so by:- (UK orders) email your order (include leaflet title, quantity and delivery address) to: fcoleaflets@tso.co.uk or call 08444 777 399.
- (overseas orders) by contacting the British Embassy, High Commission or Consulate of the country that you are in.
Checklist for travellers
Advice on how to carry and secure money while you travel, including guidance on the safety of your passport, stolen items and consular assistance.Download [PDF, 499KB]
Support for British nationals abroad: a guide 
This guide provides information on the support and advice we can give to British nationals, including information on terrorist attacks and major catastrophes.
Download [PDF, 404KB]
Death overseas
Information for friends and relatives, explaining what practical support British consular staff can offer you and what you need to do yourself.
Download [PDF, 1.26MB]
Disabled travellers
General information on staying safe overseas and what help you can receive if you do get into difficulties.Hard copies are not currently available. Please download to view.
Download [PDF, 1.87MB]
Emergency Travel Document 
Information on what to do if your passport has been lost or stolen or is otherwise unavailable and you're abroad
Download [PDF, 3MB]
Guide for bereaved families
We have drawn this guidance together for families and friends of British nationals who die overseas. Laws and local custom vary widely from country to country. This guidance is therefore general.Download [PDF, 2.25MB]
Going to live abroad
Going to live abroad is a major decision and you should obtain a wide range of information and advice before you go. This leaflet provides tips and sources of information as a general guide.Download [PDF, 238KB]
In prison abroad
What the British Consulate can and cannot do for you, what you should do for yourself and information for relatives.Download [PDF, 1.23MB]
Mental health 
This leaflet aims to give information about how the Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO) is able to assist British nationals experiencing difficulties abroad, with a specific focus on providing mental health information.
Download [PDF, 576KB]
Missing persons abroad
When a relative or friend goes missing abroad it can be very distressing and you may feel at a loss as to what to do about it. This leafl et explains what practical help our consular staff can offer you, what you may wish to do yourself, and where you can go for additional help.Download [PDF, 1.79MB]
Plan. Pack. Explore. 
The FCO have teamed up with other travel experts to produce this unique guide to help you plan, pack & explore whilst travelling abroad. Packed with handy tips and ideas for you to make the most of your time abroad.
To view as a PDF click here
Plan. Pack. Explore. is also available as an app for iPad, iPhone (iOS 5 and above) and Android devices.
Rape and sexual assault overseas 
Rape and sexual assault can happen to women and men of all ages and backgrounds. While most visits abroad are trouble-free, we are becoming more aware of people being sexually assaulted whilst they are overseas. This leaflet provides advice if you think you have been raped, sexually assaulted or drugged and for when you are returning home.Download [PDF, 200KB]
Support for British nationals abroad 
Being well informed and well prepared is the first step towards enjoying a safe and relaxing trip abroad. This summary highlights some of the main ways in which you can help yourself to stay safe abroad, and make sure that you are covered in case things go wrong.
Download [PDF, 226KB]
Transfers home for prisoners abroad
Currently under review
Victims of crime abroad 
Most visits abroad are trouble free, but should you be the victim of a crime overseas, our consular staff are ready to help you. Working hours vary but most Embassies, High Commission or Consulates operate an answer phone service outside office hours giving an emergency number.This leaflet explains what we can do for you and what you may need to do for yourself.
Download [PDF, 630KB]
Visiting friends and family checklist 
A checklist to help you prepare when visiting friends and family overseas.
Download [PDF, 1.27MB]