Make a small loss less disruptive
Keep your passport, cash and backup card in separate secure places. Store copies of key documents separately from the originals.
Read more: documents and first-day planning04 / Be prepared
Look after yourself
on the way.
Most trips go smoothly. Prepare for the less predictable moments too: keep documents secure, know where to get help and recognise common visitor scams.
Practical precautions.
Safety advice depends on the destination and current conditions. Use official local information and trust your judgement if a situation feels wrong.
Use identifiable, traceable services
Use official taxi ranks or reputable apps. Check plate and driver details, agree on the fare method and share trip details with someone you trust.
Read more: safe transport on arrivalBe wary of pressure and surprise charges
Pause when someone insists a site is closed, offers an unsolicited tour, demands an unexpected fee or asks to hold your passport or phone.
Read more: avoiding pressure and surprise chargesKnow where to find proper care
Identify a reputable hospital or clinic near your accommodation. Keep essential medication in original packaging and carry prescriptions.
Search hospitals on Maps ↗ Read more: eating safely on the streetContact your embassy or consulate
Follow local police-report requirements and contact your country's official consular service for replacement-document instructions.
Find consular guidance ↗ Read more: emergency planningSave the right number before you need it
Emergency numbers are not the same everywhere. Confirm local police, ambulance and fire contacts before travelling.
Check emergency numbers ↗ Read more: save the right numbersKeep a copy with you
Personal emergency note
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For immediate danger, move to a safer place if possible and contact local emergency services. Do not wait for this website to respond.
Keep official sources close.
For travel advisories, entry restrictions and consular support, consult your government’s official travel advice and the destination’s authorities.